Domestic and family violence is a crime. It occurs when there is violent, abusive or bullying behaviour towards a partner or former partner to scare and control them.
For assistance please contact the below organisations:
Anyone in immediate danger should call 000.
The Deli - thedeli.org.au
Moving Forward - movingforward.org.au
Sydney Women’s Domestic Violence Court Advocacy Service (Sydney WDVCAS) 0408 285 290
Legal Aid - legalaid.nsw.gov.au
St George and Sutherland Domestic Violence Service provides counselling, therapy, casework, advocacy and group work for women and their children
- St George - (02) 9113 2495
- Sutherland - (02) 9522 1017
NSW Domestic Violence Line - 1800 656 463
Men’s Line - 1300 789 978 (After hours) - 9515 6111 1800
1800 Respect - 1800 732 732 - 1800respect.org.au
Police / Ambulance - 000
Police Assistance Line - 131 444
Women's Legal Service NSW (WLS NSW) - wlsnsw.ore.au
Fact sheets:
- COVID-19: Are you worried about domestic and family violence?
Domestic and family violence can become worse during a crisis. During the COVID-19 pandemic, you might be worried about your safety, or the safety of someone you know. This factsheet has information about keeping safe during the COVID-19 pandemic. - COVID-19: It's not safe for me to stay at home - what should I do?
During the COVID-19 pandemic, it may be harder for you to find a time when it is safe to leave your home because of family and domestic violence. This factsheet provides information about things you should consider when making a plan to leave. - COVID-19: Apprehended domestic violence orders
Domestic and family violence can become worse during a crisis. Police can make an application in court for an apprehended domestic violence order to keep you and your children safer.
