Domestic violence
Where to go for help in Sutherland Shire
Community services and programs currently available in Sutherland Shire. See our Community Directory for more information.
Sutherland Shire Domestic Violence Information and Support Guide
Sutherland Shire Domestic Violence Information and Support Guide
These local services and hotlines are available to assist if you or someone you know has been impacted by domestic violence and needs help.
Sutherland Shire Domestic Violence Committee
Council is a member of the Sutherland Shire Domestic Violence Committee. This committee comprises of professionals in non-government organisations, Council and other government sectors. The committee raise awareness about the impacts of domestic and family violence.

Helplines

1800 Respect - 1800 737 732

Child Protection Hotline - 132 111

Lifeline - 131 114

NSW Domestic Violence Crisis Line - 1800 656 463

NSW Rape Crisis Centre - 1800 424 017

Coercive Control

As of July 1st 2024 coercive control is a criminal offence in NSW when a person uses abusive behaviours towards a current or former intimate partner with the intention to coerce or control them.

Visit NSW Government for more information and resources on Coercive Control and the law.

Sutherland Shire Domestic Violence Committee created 3 community announcements that highlight coercive control. Coercive control is often not recognised as domestic violence. This is due to the ongoing subtle messages used by abusers to manipulate their victims. Their victims may feel isolated and not believed as a result.

Coercive Control Community Announcement - Gaslighting
Coercive Control Community Announcement - Technology Facilitated Abuse
Coercive Control Video - Isolation

What's On

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GovHub Pop-Up June 2025

You are invited to meet with local services for advice, support and information.

FRI 13 June 2025
11:00am - 1:00pm
Orana, 3A Stapleton Avenue, Sutherland

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