Domestic violence occurs when a person who has a relationship of any kind, uses violent or intimidating behaviour to control or dominate another person in that relationship.

Domestic violence is an abuse of power. And it is a crime, punishable by law.

Domestic relationships where violence can be experienced include:

• Intimate/personal relationships
• Spousal relationships
• Family, parent/adolescent/child (including adult children towards elderly parents), sibling relations
• Carer relationships

If you are in serious danger you need to ring 000 immediately. 

1800RESPECT (1800 737 732) - There is a 24-hour national sexual assault, family and domestic violence counselling line for any Australian who has experienced, or is at risk of, family and domestic violence and/or sexual assault. 

13 11 14 Lifeline - Anyone across Australia experiencing a personal crisis or thinking about suicide can call 13 11 14, or text 0477 13 11 14 at night (6pm-midnight AEDT). Someone will help put you in contact with a crisis service in your state or territory. 

1800 551 800 Kids Help Line - Free, private and confidential, telephone and online counselling service specifically for young people aged between 5 and 25 in Australia. 

Individuals can also access local support services and search the internet using Daisy, a free app developed by 1800RESPECT that protects user privacy.

Our Specialist Domestic Violence Services are specifically tailored for Women and Children. 

If you do not fit into this category and are suffering from Domestic Violence you can call Mensline Australia or 1800RESPECT for alternative support services.