Managing money if you’re affected by family and domestic violence

Budgeting

As you’re finding your feet, a budget can be a good way to manage your money. Find out how to do a budget on the Moneysmart website. 

If you have children, planning ahead can help with school costs. Find out about reducing back to school costs on the Moneysmart website. 

Getting on top of bills or debt

There are simple things you can do to help pay your bills. Find out more about problems paying your bills and fines on the Moneysmart website.

Financial counselling

If you have debt, you can speak to a financial counsellor. They can help you find ways to improve your situation. You can call a support line or find a free financial counsellor near you.

Find out more about financial counselling or find a financial counsellor on the Moneysmart website.

Services Australia also have a free Financial Information Service you can use. They can help you plan for the future and take control of your finances. Anyone can use this service.

Find out more about the Financial Information Service on the Services Australia website.

Help to get out of debt

If you were coerced or forced into getting a debt, you may have a case as to why you don’t owe the debt, or part of the debt.

Find out what steps you should take for domestic and family violence and financial hardship on the National Debt helpline website. 

Help with your immediate needs

There is help available if you need help with food, clothes, housing and money.