Free domestic, family and sexual violence support services in NSW and Australia
Support services can provide confidential information, safety planning, counselling, crisis support and referrals. They can also give you options, even if you are not ready to make a report or tell anyone at the club.
NEW SOUTH WALES
| Service | Number | Details |
|---|---|---|
| NSW Domestic Violence Line | 1800 656 463 | Free telephone counselling, information and referral for women and same sex partners who are experiencing or who have experienced domestic and family violence. |
| NSW Sexual Violence Helpline | 1800 424 017 | 24/7, free and confidential trauma-specialist counselling, information and referral for anyone in NSW who has experienced or been impacted by sexual assault, their loved ones and professionals supporting them. |
| NSW Child Protection Helpline | 13 21 11 | Free 24/7 telephone service that receives information from reporters and undertakes assessment of information on child protection concerns. |
| Mental Health Crisis Line | 1800 011 511 | NSW Health's 24/7 free statewide phone service which links people with NSW Health mental health services. |
National Services
| Service | Number | Details |
|---|---|---|
| 1800 Full Stop | 1800 385 578 | Free 24/7, confidential trauma specialist counselling service for anyone impacted by domestic, family and sexual violence. |
| Lifeline | 13 11 14 | Provides all Australians experiencing a personal crisis with access to free 24-hour crisis support and suicide prevention services. |
| 13 YARN | 13 92 76 | National free 24/7 crisis support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. Staffed by Lifeline-trained Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Crisis Supporters for mob who are feeling overwhelmed or having difficulty coping. |
| Q Life | 1800 184 527 | Peer support counselling and referral service for LGBTQ+ people. It provides free peer telephone and web-based services to diverse people of all ages. |
| MensLine Australia | 1300 789 978 | Free 24/7 support via phone or online for men with issues including mental health, relationships and divorce, emotional wellbeing and social connection. |
| Translating and Interpreting Service | 13 14 50 | National, free operator-assisted access to request an immediate phone interpreter in more than 150 languages. When you dial 13 14 50, an automated prompt will ask which language you need. You will then be transferred to a TIS National operator who can allocate an interpreter. |
| 1800RESPECT | 1800 737 732 | Free, 24/7 confidential information, counselling and support service for people impacted by sexual assault, domestic or family violence, and abuse. |
| SANE Australia | 1800 187 263 | For people with recurring, persistent or complex mental health issues and trauma, and for their families, friends and communities. SANE provides free counselling support, peer support services, a guided service and resources. |
| Kids Helpline | 1800 551 800 | Free, private and confidential telephone and online counselling services specifically for young people aged between 5 and 25 years. |
| Men's Referral Service | 1300 766 491 | If you're a man and want to explore options for changing your abusive or violent behaviour, you can make contact 24 hours a day, seven days a week. It's free, confidential and a positive first step. |
This resource was developed in partnership with Full Stop Australia and the NSW Women's Safety Commissioner and reflects law, policy and practice current at August 2026. For support, contact the NSW Sexual Violence Helpline on 1800 424 017, available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
