If You Are Experiencing Domestic Violence

You do not have to stay in this situation. This page has crisis contacts, safety planning information, legal options, and local Cairns DV support services.

Crisis Contacts

• 000 — If someone is in immediate danger
• 1800RESPECT — 1800 737 732 — 24 hours, 7 days. National DFV counselling.
• DV Connect Womensline — 1800 811 811 — 24 hours, 7 days. Emergency transport and accommodation.
• DV Connect Mensline — 1800 600 636 — 9am–midnight, 7 days.
• Kids Helpline — 1800 55 1800 — 24 hours, 7 days.

Local Cairns Services

• Cairns Regional Domestic Violence Service (CRDVS) — 07 4033 6100 — 88 Abbott St, Cairns
• Women's Centre FNQ — 07 4051 9366 — 182 Gatton St, Cairns
• Warringu — 0459 921 115 — Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander women's shelter
• Women's Legal Service Queensland — 1800 957 957
• Legal Aid Queensland — 1300 65 11 88

Legal Options

Domestic Violence Orders (DVOs), Temporary Protection Orders, Police Protection Notices, and contested hearings. Fixed fees from $2,500.

Domestic Violence Practice Area · DVO Guide · DVO Application — $2,500 · Child Protection