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Domestic Violence - there is no excuse

There is a range of local support services to assist with domestic violence, so speak up when you are safe, step in if you’re aware, get help if you’re responsible.

A collaboration between AlburyCity and Murray River police, the ‘No Excuse’ campaign calls for victims, perpetrators and witnesses to seek help through the national 24-hour hotlines, 1800 RESPECT or Mensline on 1300 789 978.

Call 000 for Police and Ambulance help if you are in immediate danger.

If you or someone you know is experiencing violence and need help or support, please contact one of the support hotline numbers below.

To find local services near you and programs, please visit our NSW Family Violence Support Services or VIC Family Violence Support Services page.

1800RESPECT

1800 737 732
The National Sexual Assault, Family & Domestic Violence Counselling Line for any Australian who has experienced, or is at risk of, family and domestic violence and/or sexual assault. 24 hours, 7 days a week.

Better Man

03 9035 4018

Better Man helps you reflect on your relationship to support you to make positive changes.

Lifeline

131 114
24-hour crisis support telephone service. Lifeline provides 24/7 crisis support and suicide prevention services.

Kids Helpline

1800 551 800
A telephone counselling support line for children and young people ages 5 to 25 and available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

MensLine Australia

1300 78 99 78 (24 hours a day)
MensLine Australia is a national support, information and referral service for men across Australia, specialising in family and relationship concerns.

Men's Referral Service

1300 766 491
The Men’s Referral Service is a free, confidential telephone helpline that offers counselling, advice and support to men who have anger, relationship or parenting issues. The service also provides help to women (or other family members) who are experiencing violence or controlling behaviour by men.

Relationships Australia

1300 364 277
Support groups and counselling on relationships, and for abusive and abused partners.