Get help
If you’re experiencing violence, help is available. Across Australia you can call 1800 RESPECT on 1800 737 732, or Lifeline on 13 11 14, to be connected to support services in your state. You can also find local state-based support services below or at respect.gov.au.
Support services by state and territory
National
1800 RESPECT: 1800 737 732
Lifeline: 13 11 14
​Australian Capital Territory
Domestic Violence Crisis Service: 02 6280 0900
Canberra Rape Crisis Centre: 02 6247 2525
New South Wales
NSW Domestic Violence Line: 1800 656 463
NSW Sexual Violence Helpline: 1800 424 017
Northern Territory
​Catherine Booth House: 08 8981 5928
Queensland
DVConnect Womensline: 1800 811 811
DVConnect Mensline: 1800 600 636
DVConnect Sexual Assault Helpline: 1800 010 120
South Australia
Domestic Violence and Aboriginal Family Violence Gateway Services: 1800 800 098
Yarrow Place Rape and Sexual Assault Services: 1800 817 421
Tasmania
​Safe at Home Family Violence Response and Referral Line: 1800 633 937
Family Violence Counselling and Support Service: 1800 608 122
Victoria
​Safe Steps Family Violence Response Centre: 1800 015 188
Sexual Assault Crisis Line: 1800 806 292
Western Australia
Women’s Domestic Violence Helpline: 1800 007 339
Sexual Assault Resource Centre 1800 199 888