15/07/2026
Donald we continue to have you all in our thoughts around the Wimmera β€οΈ
πFace-to-face community support is currently available in Donald through a partnership between the Victorian Council of Churches Emergency Ministries (VCC EM) and Australian Red Cross, activated by Council.
Trained volunteers have been walking throughout the township throughout the day alongside former local Victoria Police members, checking in with residents, providing wellbeing support and helping connect people with additional assistance where needed.
The outreach team will continue visiting the Donald community providing an opportunity for people to connect, ask questions and access support in a familiar community setting. Lifeline will be joining the Outreach Team on Friday.
The outreach team will then move to the Donald Hub, 70A Woods St Donald.
πLooking for the Donald Hub? Click the map pin below for directions:
https://maps.app.goo.gl/9bMMP5SSpvowxfeN6
Outreach Team Availability -
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Thursday 16 July - walkabout
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Friday 17 July - walkabout
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Monday 20 July - Hub
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Tuesday 21 July - Hub
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Wednesday 22 July - Hub
A sincere thank you to VCC EM and Australian Red Cross for their rapid response and ongoing commitment to supporting the Donald community.
If you'd like a chat or information about available support services, keep an eye out for the outreach team while they're in town.
Additional Support Services
Lifeline
24-hour crisis support and su***de prevention services.
π 13 11 14
π https://www.lifeline.org.au
Kids Helpline
Free and confidential counselling service for children and young people aged 5β25.
π 1800 55 1800
π https://kidshelpline.com.au
headspace
Mental health support and information for young people and their families.
π 1800 650 890
π https://www.headspace.org.au
Beyond Blue
Mental health and wellbeing support, including counselling and information services.
π 1300 22 4636
π https://www.beyondblue.org.au
MOST
A safe, evidence-based online platform for young people aged 12β25, offering digital mental health support, resources and connections.
π https://www.most.org.au
For further resources and information please visit Council's website: https://www.buloke.vic.gov.au/community-support-following-the-tragic-death-of-layla-jeffery