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City of Wollongong

Domestic and Family Violence

If you are experiencing immediate threat from domestic violence call 000.

Wollongong says no to domestic and family violence and abuse, in all its forms.

Forms of violence and abuse include:

  • Verbal
  • Physical
  • Emotional
  • Financial
  • Social
  • Spiritual
  • Family
  • Sexual
  • Technological
  • Psychological
  • Coercive Control.

Find support

If you or a family member are experiencing violence at home, there is help, there is hope. For support and advice about domestic violence, these are some support lines you can use 24 hours a day:

ICADV's Domestic, Family Violence and Abuse Support Booklet PDF, 3717.68 KB also includes information about local support services.

Support for men

If you are a man worried about relationships and need some help, there are services to support you.

  • Call Men’s Referral Services on 1300 766 491 for support to address your behaviour in relationships and be the best parent you can be
  • Call Mensline on 1300 78 99 78 for help to manage your mental health and wellbeing.

Posters

The posters below can be downloaded and shared in your social and community groups, workplace, or anywhere else someone might need support.

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 Illawarra says no to domestic, family violence and abuse poster PDF, 2171.75 KB
 Women's domestic and family violence support poster PDF, 100.99 KB
 NSW victims of crime support poster PDF, 228.16 KB

Useful websites

These websites also provide information about getting support and advice relating to domestic and family violence.