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Anyone who has had a Centrelink debt since 2003 can now claim money back from Centrelink under a new Scheme - but they need to act fast. In this episode, Yolanda speaks with Dom Brown, a social security lawyer, about three major legal updates: the validation of income apportionment debts, the introduction of a new resolution scheme offering compensation payments, and expanded pathways for debt waivers, especially for people experiencing vulnerability. If you're supporting someone with a Centrelink debt, or think they may have been affected, this episode offers practical guidance on navigating the system, protecting their rights, and accessing available support. Resources mentioned in this episode: Factsheet: Debt waivers and benefit restriction notices Factsheet: Income apportionment validation and resolution scheme Download the transcript. Sign up to our Law for Community Workers newsletter.  Disclaimer: This podcast is a general guide to the law. You should not rely on it as legal advice. We recommend that you talk to a lawyer about any particular situation. The information is correct at the time of publishing but it may change. For more information, start with our team at LawAccess NSW via webchat at legalaid.nsw.gov.au or on 1300 888 529.

What happens when a child stops attending or is excluded from school - and what are the legal consequences for families and schools? In this episode, Yolanda takes a deep dive into school law in New South Wales, joined by legal experts Carey and Brodie. Together, they unpack how schools manage attendance and discipline, the legal obligations of parents, and what compulsory schooling orders actually mean in practice. The conversation explores school exclusion in detail, including suspensions and expulsions, and the rights students have when these decisions are made. You’ll also hear about the complex social factors that sit behind non‑attendance, the respective roles of schools, Legal Aid NSW and community workers, and why early, supportive intervention can be critical in changing a young person’s life course. Resources mentioned in this episode: Suspension and expulsion procedures | NSW Department of Education Disability Standards for Education | Australian Government Department of Education Youth Law Australia | Legal Services for Young People Shopfront Youth Legal Centre Marrickville Legal Centre Community Legal Centres NSW Chapter markers: 00:03:18 - School attendance rules 00:05:17 - School refusal 00:09:18 - Compulsory schooling orders 00:24:57 - Carey's tips for community workers 00:27:40 - School discipline rules 00:29:49 - Bullying 00:31:37 - Suspension and expulsion legal issues 00:43:30 - Disability and discrimination 00:47:22 - Case studies 00:52:45 - Brodie's tips for community workers Download the transcript.  Disclaimer: This podcast is a general guide to the law. You should not rely on it as legal advice. We recommend that you talk to a lawyer about any particular situation. The information is correct at the time of publishing but it may change. For more information, start with our team at LawAccess NSW via webchat at legalaid.nsw.gov.au or on 1300 888 529.

Hard Conversations is a 6-part podcast series exploring the complexity of elder abuse. It is produced by the Community Legal Education Branch of Legal Aid NSW. The series was originally recorded several years ago. We have refreshed it because we thought that the conversations are still relevant and will assist anyone who wants to understand more about elder abuse.  The people we talk with in this series generously shared their understanding of elder abuse, how they think about it in their communities, and ideas about how we can address it together. Many of them no longer work in the same roles and have moved on to other things. However, we think that their expertise, experience and insights remain relevant and valuable. This first episode was recorded from conversations with social workers, community workers and lawyers from Legal Aid NSW Edler Abuse Service, and the Central Coast Community Legal Centre. Most of the people you will hear in this episode no longer work with these services. The Legal Aid NSW Elder Abuse Service and the Central Coast Community Legal Centre continue to provide services for older people. You will hear from: Tracy Jackson- then a social worker at the Central Coast Elder Abuse Service Bobbi Murray – then an Aboriginal access worker at the Central Coast Community Legal Centre Barry (BJ ) Duncan- then an Aboriginal access worker at the Central Coast Community Legal Centre/ member Darkinjung Aboriginal Land Council Mary Lovelock - Solicitor in charge at the Central Coast Elder Abuse Service Tanya Chapman – then a lawyer at the Central Coast Elder Abuse Service Download the transcript for this episode. Other episodes of Hard Conversations: Ep2: Talking about elder abuse and First Nations communities Ep3: Talking about elder abuse and culturally diverse communities Ep4: Talking about engaging with diverse communities Ep5: Talking about elder abuse and rural and regional communities Ep6: Dr Kay Patterson - former federal Age Discrimination Commissioner talks about elder abuse   More information Central Coast Community Legal Centre 02 4353 4988 Legal Aid NSW 1300 888 529 Legal Aid NSW Elder Abuse Service (Central Coast and Hunter) - 02 4324 5611 1800 ELDERHelp: National elder abuse phone line- 1800 353 374 NSW Ageing and Disability Commission and Abuse Helpline - 1800 628 221 Seniors Rights Service NSW - 1800 424 079 OPAN (Older Persons Advocacy Network) – 1800 700 600 NSW Aboriginal Land Councils – 02 9689 4444 and Darkinjung Local Aboriginal Land Council – 02 4351 2930 National Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisations -NACCHO Relationships Australia Elder Support and Mediation service -1300 364 277 1800 Respect: National Domestic, Family and Sexual Violence Counselling  - 1800 737 732 Compass- Guiding action on elder abuse -resources and support directory Music by Gambirra  Edited by Jessica Sullivan and Yasmine Lewis: Legal Aid NSW   Subscribe to the Legal Aid NSW Elder Abuse Service e-newsletter This series was made in partnership with the Legal Aid NSW Central Coast Elder Abuse Service, and the Central Coast Community Legal Centre.    Please send your questions, comments and feedback to: [email protected]   Disclaimer: This podcast is a general guide to the law. You should not rely on it as legal advice. We recommend that you talk to a lawyer about any particular situation. The information is correct at the time of publishing but it may change. For more information, start with our team at LawAccess NSW via webchat at legalaid.nsw.gov.au or on 1300 888 529.

Hard Conversations is a 6-part podcast series exploring the complexity of elder abuse. It is produced by the Community Legal Education Branch of Legal Aid NSW. The series was originally recorded several years ago. We have refreshed it because we thought that the conversations are still relevant and will assist anyone who wants to understand more about elder abuse.  The people we talk with in this series generously shared their understanding of elder abuse, how they think about it in their communities, and ideas about how we can address it together. Many of them no longer work in the same roles and have moved on to other things. However, we think that their expertise, experience and insights remain relevant and valuable.   Download the transcript for this episode.   In this second episode we will hear from: Scott Hawkins – then the manager of the Aboriginal Service Unit at Legal Aid NSW Barry Duncan (BJ) - previously working as the Aboriginal Access Worker with the Central Coast Community Legal Centre NSW, and was a member of the Darkinjung Aboriginal Land Council Other episodes of Hard Conversations: Ep1: Talking about elder abuse Ep3: Talking about elder abuse and culturally diverse communities Ep4: Talking about engaging with diverse communities Ep5: Talking about elder abuse and rural and regional communities Ep6: Dr Kay Patterson - former federal Age Discrimination Commissioner talks about elder abuse   More information Legal Aid NSW 1300 888 529 Legal Aid NSW Elder Abuse Service (Central Coast and Hunter) - 02 4324 5611 Central Coast Community Legal Centre 02 4353 4988 1800 ELDERHelp: National elder abuse phone line- 1800 353 374  NSW Ageing and Disability Commission and Abuse Helpline - 1800 628 221 Seniors Rights Service NSW - 1800 424 079 OPAN (Older Persons Advocacy Network) – 1800 700 600 NSW Aboriginal Land Councils – 02 9689 4444 Central Coast Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander organisations include:  Darkinjung Local Aboriginal Land Council: Barang Regional Alliance: Bungree Aboriginal Association: Home - Mingaletta: Eleanor Duncan Aboriginal Services Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander aged care | Australian Government Department of Health, Disability and Ageing Interim First Nations Aged Care Commissioner | Australian Government Department of Health, Disability and Ageing National Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisations -NACCHO Relationships Australia Elder Support and Mediation service -1300 364 277 Compass- Guiding action on elder abuse -resources and support directory Beyond Blue 1300 22 4636 13YARN - Call 13 92 76 | 24 /7 Crisis support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders Lifeline 131114    Music by Gambirra  Edited by Jessica Sullivan and Yasmine Lewis: Legal Aid NSW   This series was made in partnership with the Legal Aid NSW Central Coast Elder Abuse Service, and the Central Coast Community Legal Centre.    Please send your questions, comments and feedback to: [email protected]   Disclaimer: This podcast is a general guide to the law. You should not rely on it as legal advice. We recommend that you talk to a lawyer about any particular situation. The information is correct at the time of publishing but it may change. For more information, start with our team at LawAccess NSW via webchat at legalaid.nsw.gov.au or on 1300 888 529.

Hard conversations is a 6-part podcast series exploring the complexity of elder abuse. It is produced by the Community Legal Education Branch of Legal Aid NSW. The series was originally recorded several years ago. We have refreshed it because we thought that the conversations are still relevant and will assist anyone who wants to understand more about elder abuse.  The people we talk with in this series generously shared their understanding of elder abuse, how they think about it in their communities, and ideas about how we can address it together. Many of them no longer work in the same roles and have moved on to other things. However, we think that their expertise, experience and insights remain relevant and valuable. In this 3rd episode we talk with Jenelyn Terkildsen about elder abuse in culturally and linguistically diverse communities. This episode was recorded when Jenelyn was working as a Multicultural Access Project Officer at ConnectAbility on the Central Coast NSW. This role no longer exists.   Download the transcript for this episode.   Other episodes of 'Hard conversations': Ep1: Talking about elder abuse Ep2: Talking about elder abuse and First Nations communities Ep4: Talking about engaging with diverse communities Ep5: Talking about elder abuse and rural and regional communities Ep6: Dr Kay Patterson - former federal Age Discrimination Commissioner talks about elder abuse    More information Legal Aid NSW Elder Abuse Service 02 4324 5611 Legal Aid NSW  1300 888 529 Central Coast Community Legal Centre 02 4353 4988 1800 ELDERHelp: National elder abuse phone line- 1800 353 374 NSW Ageing and Disability Commission and Abuse Helpline - 1800 628 221 Seniors Rights Service NSW 1800 424 079 Aged Care Quality and Safety Commission 1800 951 822 Statement of Rights | Aged Care Quality and Safety Commission OPAN (Older Persons Advocacy Network) – 1800 237 981 1800 Respect: National Domestic, Family and Sexual Violence Counselling  - 1800 737 732 Carers NSW - 1800 242 636 Speak My Language | Podcasts from CALD and indigenous communities Compass- Guiding action on elder abuse -resources and support directory Partners in Culturally Appropriate Aged Care Centre for Cultural Diversity in Ageing Translating and Interpreting Service (TIS National) 131450 Lifeline   131114   Beyond Blue  1300 22 4636 Music by Gambirra  Edited by Jessica Sullivan and Yasmine Lewis: Legal Aid NSW This series was made in partnership with the Legal Aid NSW Central Coast Elder Abuse Service, and the Central Coast Community Legal Centre.  Please send your questions, comments and feedback to: [email protected] Disclaimer: This podcast is a general guide to the law. You should not rely on it as legal advice. We recommend that you talk to a lawyer about any particular situation. The information is correct at the time of publishing but it may change. For more information, start with our team at LawAccess NSW via webchat at legalaid.nsw.gov.au or on 1300 888 529

Hard Conversations is a 6-part podcast series exploring the complexity of elder abuse. It is produced by the Community Legal Education Branch of Legal Aid NSW. The series was originally recorded several years ago. We have refreshed it because we thought that the conversations are still relevant and will assist anyone who wants to understand more about elder abuse.  The people we talk with in this series generously shared their understanding of elder abuse, how they think about it in their communities, and ideas about how we can address it together. Many of them no longer work in the same roles and have moved on to other things. However, we think that their expertise, experience and insights remain relevant and valuable. In this 4th episode we talk with Diana Bernard. Diana is the former manager of education and special projects at the Seniors Rights Service.  The Seniors Rights Service continues to provide valuable services in the area of elder abuse. Download the transcript for this episode. Other episodes of Hard Conversations:  Ep1: Talking about elder abuse Ep2: Talking about elder abuse and First Nations communities Ep3: Talking about elder abuse and culturally diverse communities Ep5: Talking about elder abuse and rural and regional communities Ep6: Dr Kay Patterson - former federal Age Discrimination Commissioner talks about elder abuse    More information Seniors Rights Service NSW 1800 424 079 Legal Aid NSW Elder Abuse Service 02 4324 5611 Legal Aid NSW  1300 888 529 1800 ELDERHelp: National elder abuse phone line- 1800 353 374 NSW Ageing and Disability Commission and Abuse Helpline - 1800 628 221 Aged Care Quality and Safety Commission 1800 951 822 OPAN (Older Persons Advocacy Network) – 1800 237 981 NSW Aboriginal Land Councils – 02 9689 4444 Interim First Nations Aged Care Commissioner | Australian Government Department of Health, Disability and Ageing National Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisations -NACCHO 1800 Respect: National Domestic, Family and Sexual Violence Counselling  - 1800 737 732 Speak My Language | Podcasts from CALD and indigenous communities Compass- Guiding action on elder abuse -resources and support directory Partners in Culturally Appropriate Aged Care Centre for Cultural Diversity in Ageing Translating and Interpreting Service (TIS National) 131450 Lifeline   131114   Beyond Blue  1300 22 4636   Music by Gambirra  Edited by Jessica Sullivan and Yasmine Lewis from Legal Aid NSW and Bernadette Nguyen from Audiocraft.   This series was made in partnership with the Legal Aid NSW Central Coast Elder Abuse Service, and the Central Coast Community Legal Centre.    Please send your questions, comments and feedback to: [email protected]   Disclaimer: This podcast is a general guide to the law. You should not rely on it as legal advice. We recommend that you talk to a lawyer about any particular situation. The information is correct at the time of publishing but it may change. For more information, start with our team at LawAccess NSW via webchat at legalaid.nsw.gov.au or on 1300 888 529

Hard Conversations is a 6-part podcast series exploring the complexity of elder abuse. It is produced by the Community Legal Education Branch of Legal Aid NSW. The series was originally recorded several years ago. We have refreshed it because we thought that the conversations are still relevant and will assist anyone who wants to understand more about elder abuse.  The people we talk with in this series generously shared their understanding of elder abuse, how they think about it in their communities, and ideas about how we can address it together. Many of them no longer work in the same roles and have moved on to other things. However, we think that their expertise, experience and insights remain relevant and valuable. In this 5th episode we talk with Maria Berry about elder abuse in rural and regional communities. This episode was recorded when Maria was previously a community development officer with the Older Persons Advocacy Network (OPAN).   Download the transcript for this episode.    Other episodes of Hard Conversations:  Ep1: Talking about elder abuse Ep2: Talking about elder abuse and First Nations communities Ep3: Talking about elder abuse and culturally diverse communities Ep4: Talking about engaging with diverse communities Ep6: Dr Kay Patterson - former federal Age Discrimination Commissioner talks about elder abuse    More information Legal Aid NSW Elder Abuse Service 02 4324 5611 Legal Aid NSW  1300 888 529 OPAN (Older Persons Advocacy Network) – 1800 237 981 1800 ELDERHelp: National elder abuse phone line- 1800 353 374 NSW Ageing and Disability Commission and Abuse Helpline - 1800 628 221 Seniors Rights Service NSW 1800 424 079 Aged Care Quality and Safety Commission 1800 951 822 Statement of Rights | Aged Care Quality and Safety Commission 1800 Respect: National Domestic, Family and Sexual Violence Counselling  - 1800 737 732 Carers NSW - 1800 242 636 Compass- Guiding action on elder abuse -resources and support directory Lifeline   131114   Beyond Blue  1300 22 4636   Music by Gambirra  Edited by Jessica Sullivan and Yasmine Lewis: Legal Aid NSW   Subscribe to the Legal Aid NSW Elder Abuse Service e-newsletter   This series was made in partnership with the Legal Aid NSW Central Coast Elder Abuse Service, and the Central Coast Community Legal Centre.  Please send your questions, comments and feedback to: [email protected] Disclaimer: This podcast is a general guide to the law. You should not rely on it as legal advice. We recommend that you talk to a lawyer about any particular situation. The information is correct at the time of publishing but it may change. For more information, start with our team at LawAccess NSW via webchat at legalaid.nsw.gov.au or on 1300 888 529

Hard Conversations is a 6-part podcast series exploring the complexity of elder abuse. It is produced by the Community Legal Education Branch of Legal Aid NSW. The series was originally recorded several years ago. We have refreshed it because we thought that the conversations are still relevant and will assist anyone who wants to understand more about elder abuse.  The people we talk with in this series generously shared their understanding of elder abuse, how they think about it in their communities, and ideas about how we can address it together. Many of them no longer work in the same roles and have moved on to other things. However, we think that their expertise, experience and insights remain relevant and valuable. This final episode features Dr Kay Patterson AO – federal age discrimination commissioner at the Australian Human Rights Commission (AHRC) from 2016 to 2023.  In this informative and engaging interview, Dr Patterson talks with Mary Lovelock - solicitor in charge of the Legal Aid NSW Central Coast Elder Abuse Service.  This series has been made in partnership with the Legal Aid NSW Central Coast Elder Abuse Service, and the Central Coast Community Legal Centre.  Download the transcript for this episode.  Previous episodes of Hard Conversations: Ep1: Talking about elder abuse Ep2: Talking about elder abuse and First Nations communities Ep3: Talking about elder abuse and culturally diverse communities Ep4: Talking about engaging with diverse communities Ep5: Talking about elder abuse and rural and regional communities More information Legal Aid NSW Elder Abuse Service (Central Coast and Hunter) - 02 4324 5611 Legal Aid NSW 1300 888 529 1800 ELDERHelp: National elder abuse phone line -1800 353 374  NSW Ageing and Disability Commission and Abuse Helpline -1800 628 221 NSW Ageing and Disability Commission training resources Video - Margarita - OPAL Institute Australian Human Rights Commission - Age Discrimination Elder abuse | Australian Human Rights Commission Elder abuse awareness video campaigns | Australian Human Rights Commission You decide Who decides – Guide to making an enduring power for financial decisions Empowering Futures: A national survey on the understanding and use of financial enduring powers of attorney. Shaping Perceptions: How Australian Media Reports on Ageing (2024) | Australian Human Rights Commission Australian Institute of Family Studies Elder Abuse reports - Elder abuse research | Australian Institute of Family Studies gov.au/projects/national-elder-abuse-prevalence-study Australian Law Reform Commission: Elder Abuse — A National Legal Response Council of Attorney General: National Plan to Respond to the Abuse of Older Australians Federal Attorney General-Protecting the Rights of Older Australians National Australian Research Institute elder abuse resources and research Compass- Guiding action on elder abuse -resources and support OPAN (Older Persons Advocacy Network) – 1800 700 600 E safety Commissioner Elder abuse support and mediation service - Relationships Australia 1300 364 277 Lifeline   131114   Beyond Blue  1300 22 4636 Music by Gambirra  Editing by Tiffany Dimmack - Audiocraft and Yasmin Lewis - Legal Aid NSW   Subscribe to the Legal Aid NSW Elder Abuse Service e-newsletter Please send questions, comments and feedback to: [email protected] Disclaimer: This podcast is a general guide to the law. You should not rely on it as legal advice. We recommend that you talk to a lawyer about any particular situation. The information is correct at the time of publishing but it may change. For more information, start with our team at LawAccess NSW via webchat at legalaid.nsw.gov.au or on 1300 888 529.

Originally recorded for NSW Law Week, the Tenants' Union of NSW breaks down the latest changes to rental laws in New South Wales.  Community Education Coordinator, Charlie Wilde chats to Principal Solicitor, Grant Arbuthnot about key reforms including changes to evictions, rent increases, pets, water efficiency requirements and more.  Find out more about the Tenants' Union of NSW and the new laws at tenants.org.au    Resources mentioned in this episode: Tenancy law changes - Tenants' Union of NSW webpage and factsheet Changes to rental laws - NSW Fair Trading NCAT tribunal factsheets Water Efficiency Labelling and Standards (WELS) website Austlii   Watch the webinar of this episode. Download the transcript.  Want to provide feedback or collaborate on a podcast? Email us at [email protected] Disclaimer: Disclaimer: This podcast is general information only and cannot be relied on as legal advice. The information is accurate at the time of posting but may have changed. If you need assistance about a particular situation, contact our team at LawAccess NSW via webchat at legalaid.nsw.gov.au or call 1300 888 529.

In this episode, we introduce Do Your Own Divorce - a free, step-by-step online resource to help people in Australia apply for divorce through the Federal Circuit and Family Court. Designed to simplify the process, this tool is a valuable asset for community workers supporting clients through a divorce. We break down how it works, who it’s best for and how you can use it to provide clear, practical guidance—without the need for a lawyer. Useful resources mentioned in this podcast: Do Your Own Divorce: legalaid.nsw.gov.au/divorceguide   Community worker toolkit for using Do Your Own Divorce: bit.ly/dyodtips Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia website: fcfcoa.gov.au Divorce court filing fee information: fcfcoa.gov.au/fl/divorce/apply  Information about separation including arrangements for children: bit.ly/4owb5bL Amica (parenting and property arrangements): amica.gov.au Order free Do Your Own Divorce posters and postcards by emailing [email protected]   Episode transcript: bit.ly/418RB2K Subscribe to our Law for Community Workers Alerts: bit.ly/lcwalert Please send questions, comments and feedback to [email protected]  Disclaimer: This podcast is general information only and cannot be relied on as legal advice. The information is accurate at the time of posting but may have changed. If you need assistance about a particular situation, contact our team at LawAccess NSW via webchat at legalaid.nsw.gov.au or call 1300 888 529.

This is the fifth episode in our podcast series exploring domestic violence in Australia.  In this episode, Bridget speaks to Alison Waters, the Policy, Advocacy and Research Lead at Lucy's Project.  Lucy’s Project is a national charity that aims to improve the safety of people and animals experiencing domestic and family violence through collaboration, advocacy, research and education. Lucy's Project website - lucysproject.com Links to support services for people experiencing domestic and family violence are below. 1800 RESPECT 1800 737 732 – a free and confidential national counselling service for sexual assault and domestic and family violence. 1800respect.org.au 1800 656 463 NSW Domestic Violence Line–free, confidential counselling and referrals for women experiencing domestic and family violence. 1800 424 017 for anyone who has experienced sexual assault, recently or in the past, also for family members professionals and others impacted. 1800 943 539 – 24/7 sexual, domestic and family violence helpline for anyone whose life has been impacted by domestic or family violence. 1800 385 578 - Full Stop Australia – provides counselling for people whose lives have been impacted by violence and abuse. fullstop.org.au 1800 211 028 – 24/7 for adult survivors of childhood institutional sexual abuse. Helping anyone accessing the Redress scheme or alternative compensation. 13 92 76 – 13 YARN – 24/7 support for mob feeling overwhelmed or having difficulty coping. 13yarn.org.au Well Mob - wellmob.org.au social, emotional and cultural wellbeing online resources for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. 1800 497 212 – A free, confidential service available 24/7 for anyone from the LGBTQI+ community whose life has been impacted by sexual, domestic and/or family violence. Say it out loud - sayitoutloud.org.au a national service for LGBTQ+ communities and service professionals working with people who have experienced sexual, domestic and/or family violence 1300 766 491 – 7 days pw service for anyone in Australia whose life has been impacted by men’s use of violence or abusive behaviours. Useful websites: Our Watch | Quick facts about violence against women Domestic Violence Prevention Centre: support and resources https://www.respect.gov.au Family and domestic violence - Services Australia Music: What a day by bhzimmy Transcript Disclaimer: This podcast episode is general information only and cannot be relied on as legal advice. The information is accurate at the time of posting but may have changed. If you need assistance about a particular situation, contact our team at LawAccess NSW via webchat at www.legalaid.nsw.gov.au or call 1300 888 529.  Please send questions, comments and feedback to [email protected]

This is the fourth episode in our podcast series exploring domestic violence in Australia.  In this episode, Bridget takes a deep dive into coercive control with criminal lawyers - Helen Shaw and Hayley Dean. Timestamps: 2:41 - Background to coercive control 8:17 - What the law says 14:19 - Defences and limitations to the offence 20:26 - Changes to bail, AVOs and other legislation 32:21 - Case study of victim misidentification 40:58 - Tips for gathering evidence 44: 19 - Victim misplaced loyalty 47:37 - Additional support community workers can provide   Helpful apps mentioned in this podcast: Empower you  Arc  Links to support services for people experiencing domestic and family violence are below. 1800 RESPECT 1800 737 732 – a free and confidential national counselling service for sexual assault and domestic and family violence. 1800respect.org.au 1800 656 463 NSW Domestic Violence Line–free, confidential counselling and referrals for women experiencing domestic and family violence. 1800 424 017 for anyone who has experienced sexual assault, recently or in the past, also for family members professionals and others impacted. 1800 943 539 – 24/7 sexual, domestic and family violence helpline for anyone whose life has been impacted by domestic or family violence. 1800 385 578 - Full Stop Australia – provides counselling for people whose lives have been impacted by violence and abuse. fullstop.org.au 1800 211 028 – 24/7 for adult survivors of childhood institutional sexual abuse. Helping anyone accessing the Redress scheme or alternative compensation. 13 92 76 – 13 YARN – 24/7 support for mob feeling overwhelmed or having difficulty coping. 13yarn.org.au Well Mob - wellmob.org.au social, emotional and cultural wellbeing online resources for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. 1800 497 212 – A free, confidential service available 24/7 for anyone from the LGBTQI+ community whose life has been impacted by sexual, domestic and/or family violence. Say it out loud - sayitoutloud.org.au a national service for LGBTQ+ communities and service professionals working with people who have experienced sexual, domestic and/or family violence 1300 766 491 – 7 days pw service for anyone in Australia whose life has been impacted by men’s use of violence or abusive behaviours. Useful websites: Our Watch | Quick facts about violence against women Domestic Violence Prevention Centre: support and resources https://www.respect.gov.au Family and domestic violence - Services Australia Music: What a day by bhzimmy Transcript: Download the transcript Disclaimer: This podcast episode is general information only and cannot be relied on as legal advice. The information is accurate at the time of posting but may have changed. If you need assistance about a particular situation, contact our team at LawAccess NSW via webchat at www.legalaid.nsw.gov.au or call 1300 888 529.  Please send questions, comments and feedback to [email protected]

This is the third episode in our podcast series exploring domestic violence in Australia.  We will explore the legal issues people experience, the services available to provide support and speak to a wide range of people working in the sector.      We acknowledge the traditional owners of the lands on which this episode was made and pay our respects to Elders past and present.   In this episode, Pauline from the Community Legal Education branch speaks to Tanya Whitehouse, coordinator of Macarthur Women's Domestic Violence Court Advocacy Service (WDVCAS). They discuss the role of WDVCAS in supporting women affected by domestic violence.    Link to the DVSAT tool via Communities and Justice: Domestic Violence Safety Assessment Tool | Family & Community Services   Links to support services for people experiencing domestic and family violence are below. 1800 RESPECT 1800 737 732 – a free and confidential national counselling service for sexual assault and domestic and family violence. 1800respect.org.au 1800 656 463 NSW Domestic Violence Line–free, confidential counselling and referrals for women experiencing domestic and family violence. 1800 424 017 for anyone who has experienced sexual assault, recently or in the past, also for family members professionals and others impacted. 1800 943 539 – 24/7 sexual, domestic and family violence helpline for anyone whose life has been impacted by domestic or family violence. 1800 385 578 - Full Stop Australia – provides counselling for people whose lives have been impacted by violence and abuse. fullstop.org.au 1800 211 028 – 24/7 for adult survivors of childhood institutional sexual abuse. Helping anyone accessing the Redress scheme or alternative compensation. 13 92 76 – 13 YARN – 24/7 support for mob feeling overwhelmed or having difficulty coping. 13yarn.org.au Well Mob - wellmob.org.au social, emotional and cultural wellbeing online resources for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. 1800 497 212 – A free, confidential service available 24/7 for anyone from the LGBTQI+ community whose life has been impacted by sexual, domestic and/or family violence. Say it out loud - sayitoutloud.org.au a national service for LGBTQ+ communities and service professionals working with people who have experienced sexual, domestic and/or family violence 1300 766 491 – 7 days pw service for anyone in Australia whose life has been impacted by men’s use of violence or abusive behaviours. Useful websites: Our Watch | Quick facts about violence against women Domestic Violence Prevention Centre: support and resources https://www.respect.gov.au Family and domestic violence - Services Australia Music: What a day by bhzimmy Download the transcript Please send questions, comments and feedback to [email protected]

What's new in the law in 2024? In this mini-series, Natalie chats to specialist lawyers at Legal Aid NSW about key legal changes that community workers should know. This episode features civil lawyer, Kyla, speaking about changes to the NDIS.  Listen to our other episodes in this series: Criminal law wrapped - what's new in 2024? Family law wrapped - what's new in 2024? Download the transcript. Disclaimer: This podcast episode is general information only and cannot be relied on as legal advice. The information is accurate at the time of posting but may have changed. If you need assistance about a particular situation, contact our team at LawAccess NSW via webchat at www.legalaid.nsw.gov.au or call 1300 888 529.

What's new in the law in 2024? In this mini-series, specialist lawyers at Legal Aid NSW discuss key legal changes that community workers should know. This episode features criminal lawyers, Hayley and Helen, discussing major changes around domestic violence including coercive control, domestic abuse and bail. Listen to our other episodes in this series: Family law wrapped - what's new in 2024 Civil law wrapped - what's new in 2024 See Legal Aid NSW's other resources about coercive control:  Criminal Law Division Podcast - Coercive control (Episode 1) Webinar for community workers   Download the transcript.   Disclaimer: This podcast episode is general information only and cannot be relied on as legal advice. The information is accurate at the time of posting but may have changed. If you need assistance about a particular situation, contact our team at LawAccess NSW via webchat at www.legalaid.nsw.gov.au or call 1300 888 529.