Domestic violence help
in your region
Domestic violence help
in your region
Domestic violence help
in your region
Domestic violence help
in your region
Below is a list of options for accommodation, including refuges and safe houses, emergency housing, men’s and women’s shelters, and rent assistance. Additionally, the services directory lists local low cost and alternative accommodation options.
Since April 2019, new tenancy laws have been introduced that allow the termination of a lease within 7 days on the ground of domestic violence
If you cannot find local accommodation support services for your area, you can find state and national accommodation service providers at the bottom of this page, including those offering safe accommodation, rental assistance and tenancy advice.
Kununurra Backpackers has 19 rooms and can accommodate up to 74 people. There are a number of 4 bed dorms, 8-10 bed dorms, double and twin rooms. The rooms are comfortable, and all have ceiling fans and air-conditioning. All bathroom amenities are shared with additional ablution blocks available. The hostel offers a range of facilities, including a large fully equipped communal kitchen, Free WIFI and laundry room.
Family Violence If you’re experiencing family violence you can speak to a KCLS lawyer for advice on how to protect yourself and your children. A lawyer can help you to plan for your safety, speak with the Police or apply for or vary a Violence Restraining Order. Family Law – Children A lawyer at KCLS can speak to you before you attend Family Dispute Resolution to give you advice on your rights and options before you go to FDR. If you can’t reach an agreement at FDR or your situation is too urgent to wait for FDR, you can speak to a lawyer at KCLS about your options. Care and Protection In these situations a lawyer at KCLS can speak to you about how the child protection law works and advise you on your rights. They can also help you to develop plans, speak to CPFS and tell your side of the story. You don’t have to wait until you’re in Court to speak with a lawyer. You can talk to a lawyer at KCLS as soon as you get paperwork from CPFS or are asked to have a meeting with them. It’s usually better to speak to a lawyer as soon as possible, to see if things can be sorted out before Court. If you go to Court we may be able to help you tell your story to the Court and CPFS. Kimberley Community Legal Service provides an outreach service from Broome to Dampier Peninsula, Derby and Fitzroy Crossing.
Parkby Lodge Backpackers Karratha offers budget shared accommodation for women, men & couples. Centrally located; only five minutes’ walk to Centro Shopping Centre and only five minutes’ drive to the Light Industrial Area (“LIA”). Facilities include Kitchen, Lounge, Dining, Bathrooms, Laundry and Courtyard. All rooms Air Conditioned Free WiFi, Free Foxtel & Free Sunday BBQ. Airport Shuttle Available upon request.
KBYAS offers a 24-hour service to young people aged 15-24 years and their families, in order to provide:
James Garnaut Horizon House in Broome provides support for young Aboriginal men aged 16 to 22 years who need long term accommodation and care. To be eligible for the St John of God Horizon House program, you must satisfy the following criteria:
The Hedland Women’s Refuge provides 24 hr crisis accommodation to women and children who are escaping domestic/family violence or who are homeless due to a crisis.
The Goomalling Motel Units offer clean and modern accommodation.
Each of the four motel units is equipped with ensuite, refrigerator, microwave, television and reverse cycle air-conditioning.
The Goomalling Motel Units are located next to the War Memorial Swimming Pool on Throssell St (the Northam-Pithara Rd) and are in walking distance of shops, recreation and medical facilities.