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Family violence support

In Australia it is against the law to commit acts of family violence or child abuse regardless of your ethnic or religious background. If you find yourself in a violent or abusive situation call the police on 000 for immediate assistance.

Whether you are escaping a situation or decide to separate there are many decisions you will need to make regarding the safety of you and your children, financial matters and your future. The following information will guide you through the process and includes information to help you work out your options.

Remember for immediate assistance call the police on 000.

• Are your children at risk?
• Child abuse
• Family violence orders
• Handing over children where there’s potential for conflict or violence
• Planning ahead
• Support for children
• Support for me
• What the police can do
• What to do if you or your children are in danger
• What happens if you leave the family home
• What to do if you suspect child abuse

Useful contacts

• National Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Helpline (24 hours): 1800 200 526
• ACT — Domestic Violence Crisis Service (24 hours): 6280 0900
• NSW — Community Services Domestic Violence Line (24 hours, 7 days): 1800 656 463
• SA — Domestic Violence Helpline: 1800 800 098
• TAS — Domestic Violence Crisis Service: 1800 633 937
• QLD — Domestic Violence Helpline: 1800 811 811
• VIC — Women’s Domestic Violence Crisis Service (24 hours): (03) 9322 3555 or 1800 015 188
• VIC — Men’s Referral Service (9am-9pm 7 days): 1800 065 973 (free call within Victoria) or (03) 9428 2899
• WA — Women’s Domestic Violence Helpline (24 hours): 1800 007 339
• WA – Men’s Domestic Violence Helpline (24 hours): 1800 000 599

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• Page updated: Jul 13, 2010