🐎 Melbourne Cup Public Holiday - Nov 3rd

Please note that the Online Network will not be moderated on the Melbourne Cup public holiday, Tueday 3 Nov 2026, as Breast Cancer Network Australia’s Helpline will be closed. During this time, please ensure you are familiar with the following support services:

Breast Cancer Network Australia’s Website

Information & Resources Hub - Explore articles, stories and podcasts to help navigate breast cancer

24/7 Support Services

• Lifeline. Call 13 11 14 
  Can also text 0477 13 11 14 or chat online: https://www.lifeline.org.au/chat 

• Beyond Blue. Call 1300 224 636.  
  For mental health support. Can also chat online: https://www.beyondblue.org.au/get-support/talk-to-a-counsellor 

• Suicide Call Back Service. Call 1300 659 467 
  Can also chat online https://www.suicidecallbackservice.org.au/phone-and-online-counselling/ 

• 13YARN. Call 13 92 76 
  For Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.   

• Kids Helpline. Call 1800 55 1800  
  For people aged 5 to 25 years old. Can also chat online: https://www.kidshelpline.com.au/get-help/webchat-counselling/ 
• 1800 Respect. Call 1800 7373 732 
  For family violence counselling, information and support service). Can also text 0458 737 732 or chat online: https://1800respect.org.au/online-chat-1800respect.

Although moderation will be paused, the Online Network will remain open and active. You are warmly encouraged to continue asking questions, sharing your stories, and reaching out for support within the community whenever you need it.

If you would like a callback from the Helpline, please submit a request via: https://www.bcna.org.au/helpline-self-referral-form/

We look forward to connecting with you when we return on Wednesday!