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Victims of crime can access a range of supports from government agencies and non-government organisations, including specialist counselling and financial payments. Below, you'll find links to the official victim support agencies in each state and territory of Australia, and to some non-government organisations.

Victims Support Agency Vic The Victorian Government’s Victims of Crime Helpline offers information, advice and support for victims of crime in Victoria. Mon to Fri 8am to 7pm. Weekends and public holidays 8am to 5pm. 1800 819 817 or Txt helpline: 0427 767 891
Victims Support ACT Victim Support ACT delivers the free and confidential Victims Services Scheme for the ACT Government. This includes advocacy, counselling, financial assistance and recognition payments. M-F 9am to 5pm 1800 822 272
Victims Services NSW Victims Services is a NSW government agency which may be able to assist with financial support if you are a victim of crime. Mon - Fri 9.00am to 5.00pm. 1800 633 063
Victims of Crime WA The Department of Justice is responsible for a range of services which offer advocacy and support to victims of crime in WA including compensation for injuries. M-F 8.30am to 4.30pm 1800 214 655
Victims of Crime Services Tas The Victims of Crime Service operates within the Victims Support Service of the Tasmanian government to meet the needs of victims of crime in Tasmania. M-F 8.45am to 5pm 1300 300 238
Financial Assistance Scheme (Vic) The Financial Assistance Scheme has replaced the Victims of Crime Assistance Tribunal to provide financial assistance to victims of violent crime committed in Victoria. Monday-Friday 8:30am-5:30pm, except public holidays 1800 161 136
Victim Assist Queensland Victim Assist provides help for victims of crime in Queensland to help them recover from the effects of violent crime and get their lives back on track. Mon to Fri 9am to 4.30pm. 1300 546 587 
Crime Victims Services NT NT Government information about financial help available to victims of crime in NT. M-F 8.30am to 4pm 1800 460 363
Commissioner for Victims Rights Appointed by the Government, the Commissioner helps South Australian victims in their dealings with the state’s criminal justice system, public officials and public agencies. (08) 7322 7007