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Reach out to a family and domestic violence support service

Find a family and domestic violence support service to talk to or get advice.

Get help from a support service

No one has a right to control you, hurt you or make you feel scared. If you’re experiencing family and domestic violence, or have left a domestic violence relationship, a support service can help with things like:

  • food
  • bills
  • housing
  • money
  • legal advice
  • your emotional wellbeing.

You can get 24 hour support from 1800RESPECT. You can call them on 1800 737 732 or use their online chat. 

You can also call these services if you’ve experienced sexual assault.

State and territory support services

You can also contact support services in your state or territory. These links will take you away from myGov.

State or territory Service

ACT

Domestic Violence Crisis Service

NSW

Domestic Violence Line

NT

Dawn House

Domestic, family and sexual violence services

Qld

DV Connect

SA

Domestic and family violence and sexual assault support services

Tas

Safe at Home - Family Violence Response and Referral Line

Victim Support Services

Vic

Safe Steps

The Orange Door

WA

Women’s Domestic Violence Helpline

Men’s Domestic Violence Helpline

Other support services

If you’re experiencing domestic violence, find services for counselling, referrals and advice.
Page last updated: 19 January 2024