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Looking for work, losing work, money pressure, family pressure and long knock-backs can hit hard. This page gives practical first steps, what to say, and where to get help. It is free for workers, employers, families and public visitors.
If someone is in immediate danger, call 000 in Australia now. If you are in crisis and need urgent help, call Lifeline on 13 11 14, Beyond Blue on 1300 22 4636, or 112 from a mobile if you cannot connect to 000.
Rejection can feel personal, but most of the time it is timing, location, tickets, experience, transport, or the employer already had someone lined up. Keep a simple application record and improve one thing each week.
Try: “I am under pressure and need a hand to get organised. Can you help me with one thing today?” Simple words are enough. You do not need to explain your whole life at once.
Write down rent, food, fuel, phone, fines, debts and income. Then call the most urgent bill first and ask for hardship options. Many places can pause, split or reduce payments if you contact them early.
Keep notes of dates, times, people involved and what was said. Stay calm in messages. Ask for instructions in writing if things are unclear. Use support before walking off a job unless you are unsafe.
This page is general support information, not medical advice. A doctor, counsellor, crisis line, community service or emergency service can help with personal mental health, safety, housing, family violence, addiction, debt, legal or crisis needs.