Who to Contact for Assistance
In an emergency or if you are at immediate risk, contact emergency services via Triple Zero (000).
NSW Domestic Violence Line: 1800 65 64 63
1800RESPECT: 1800 73 77 32
Lifeline Australia: 13 11 14
Kids Helpline: 1800 55 18 00
Domestic and Family Violence During COVID-19
The COVID-19 pandemic has seen an increase in domestic and family violence. Ensuring the safety of women and children remains a priority. Essential services, including police and courts, are available to assist you. Access to crisis accommodation, counselling, and additional support services is open to those in need. If you are feeling unsafe, please reach out for help.
The NSW Domestic Violence Line is accessible 24/7. Reach them at:
Call: 1800 656 463
TTY: 1800 67 14 42
Translating and Interpreting Services: 13 14 50
The NSW Domestic Violence Line can help you by:
Explaining available services and supports
Assisting with your safety plan
Referring you to counselling and support services
Assisting in contacting the police, courts, or legal services
Finding you a safe place to stay
Arranging transport for you and your children
Can't talk right now? Use the 1800RESPECT online chat service instead. For more information, visit the Department of Communities and Justice website.
Online Safety and Information
Learn how to stay safe online if someone is monitoring your online activity or using technology to abuse you. You can also report concerns of image-based abuse to the eSafety Commissioner.
For various services like licensing and certificates, visit the Service NSW website.
Housing and Financial Support
Find nearby housing, food, and essential services with Ask Izzy. Consider programs like Rent Choice Start Safely and Centrelink services for additional help.
Legal and Police Resources
Access the Women's Domestic Violence Court Advocacy Services: 1800 938 227
Learn about police assistance and Apprehended Violence Orders (AVOs)
Legal assistance on family violence, child abuse, and visas
Contact the Domestic Violence Legal Advice Line: 1800 810 784
Reach the Women's Legal Contact Line: 1800 801 501
Legal Aid NSW: 1300 888 529
Support from the Wirringa Baiya Aboriginal Women's Legal Centre: 1800 686 587
Secure your privacy by changing passwords and controlling access to your digital records.
LGBTIQ Support Services
Resources at the Say It Out Loud website
Another Closet offers support for LGBTIQ relationships
Support Line Contacts
1800RESPECT: 1800 737 732 for any affected person
Kids Helpline: 1800 55 1800 for children affected by family violence
MensLine Australia: 1300 78 99 78 for men experiencing violence
NSW Sexual Violence Helpline / NSW Rape Crisis: 1800 424 017 for counseling
Victim's Services: (02) 9319 4088 for victims of crime
Mental Health Resources
Beyond Blue: 1300 22 4636 for mental wellbeing support
NSW Mental Health Line: 1800 011 511 for professional mental health support
Additional mental health services are also available during COVID-19 to support you