The funds raised at the Lifeline Canberra Bookfair over the weekend will help volunteers take an additional 28,000 calls.

According to the Lifeline Canberra website, $26 covers the cost of one call.

The 24/7 support line is available on 13 11 14 to provide suicide prevention and crisis support. You can also send a text to 0477 13 11 14.

The donations allow Lifeline Canberra to continue its operations, including the recruitment, training and ongoing support of volunteer telephone crisis supporters.

A Lifeline Canberra spokeswoman said between 7-9 February, 21,809 people attended the Bookfair.

There were plenty of books and other items on offer, including maps, prints, puzzles, craft kits, Dare to Care Bears and more, available to purchase across three pavilions at Exhibition Park in Caberra (EPIC).

The spokeswoman said Lifeline Canberra continues to be blown away by the community’s support for the Bookfairs.

There will be two more Bookfairs this year: 20–22 June in Greenway and 26-28 September at EPIC.

“It’s heartwarming to see how this support goes beyond just attending and purchasing books,” the spokeswoman said.

“The circular economy created by people not only finding treasured reads but also donating a handful of books throughout the year plays a vital role in the success of our three major Bookfairs annually.

“What truly stands out is the kindness, generosity, and respect shown by everyone—not just towards our cause but towards each other at the event. It’s this spirit that makes our Bookfairs so special.”

The spokeswoman said Lifeline Canberra extended their heartfelt thank you to everyone, including their sponsors, who make the Bookfairs possible.

“A special thank you to our incredible volunteers who dedicate their time and energy at the Bookfair, as well as our hardworking teams at the Warehouse and Book Lovers Lane, whose efforts behind the scenes across the year are invaluable,” she said.

“We also want to acknowledge our dedicated Crisis Support workers, whose work throughout the year is at the heart of what we do.”

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