Support Organizations
Specialized support services for people experiencing severe neighbour conflicts, harassment, domestic violence, mental health challenges, and other serious issues that can arise from difficult neighbourhood situations.
When to Seek Specialized Support
While many neighbour disputes can be managed through communication, mediation, or council intervention, some situations escalate to the point where specialized support services become necessary. You may need additional help if you're experiencing:
- Fear for your safety or the safety of your family
- Harassment, stalking, or intimidation
- Domestic or family violence involving a neighbour
- Severe stress, anxiety, or depression
- Financial hardship due to the dispute
- Housing insecurity or homelessness risk
- Discrimination or targeted abuse
- Physical or mental health impacts
The organizations listed below understand the serious toll that neighbour conflicts can take and can provide specialized assistance tailored to your situation.
⚠️ If You're in Immediate Danger
Call 000 immediately if you or anyone else is in immediate danger.
For urgent crisis support:
- Police Emergency: 000
- Lifeline (24/7): 13 11 14
- 1800RESPECT (24/7): 1800 737 732
- Beyond Blue (24/7): 1300 22 4636
Crisis & Emergency Support
These services provide immediate support 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Lifeline Australia
24/7 crisis support and suicide prevention. Confidential telephone counselling for anyone experiencing a personal crisis. Phone: 13 11 14 (24 hours) | Online chat available
Beyond Blue
Support for anxiety, depression and suicide prevention. Information, advice and referrals. Phone: 1300 22 4636 (24 hours) | Online chat and email support available
Suicide Call Back Service
24/7 nationwide support for anyone affected by suicide. Professional telephone and online counselling. Phone: 1300 659 467 (24 hours)
MensLine Australia
24/7 telephone and online support and information service for men with family and relationship concerns. Phone: 1300 78 99 78 (24 hours) | Online chat and video counselling available
Domestic & Family Violence Support
If neighbour conflict involves domestic violence, stalking, or family members, these specialized services can help.
1800RESPECT
National sexual assault, domestic and family violence counselling service. Phone: 1800 737 732 (24 hours) | Online chat available | Interpreter services available
DVConnect (Queensland)
Womensline: 1800 811 811 (24 hours) | Mensline: 1800 600 636 (9am-midnight, 7 days)
Safe Steps (Victoria)
Family violence response centre providing crisis support and referrals. Phone: 1800 015 188 (24 hours)
Domestic Violence Service Management (NSW)
Support, advocacy and case management for victims of domestic and family violence. Phone: 1800 633 937
Women's Crisis Line (ACT)
24-hour crisis support, information and referrals. Phone: (02) 6280 0900 (24 hours)
Victim Support Services
Support and advocacy for victims of crime including assault, threats, stalking, and property damage.
Victims Services NSW
Counselling, financial assistance, and support for victims of violent crime. Phone: 1800 633 063 or (02) 8688 5511
Victims of Crime (Victoria)
Information, support and financial assistance for victims of crime. Phone: 1800 819 817
Victim Assist Queensland
Financial assistance and support for victims of violent crime. Phone: 1300 546 587
Victim Support Service SA
24-hour support, information and referral for victims of crime. Phone: 1800 842 846 (24 hours)
Victim Support Service WA
Support, information and referrals for victims of crime. Phone: 1800 818 988
Mental Health Support
Professional mental health services for anxiety, depression, trauma, and stress related to neighbour conflicts.
SANE Australia
Support for complex mental health issues. Online forums and resources. Phone: 1800 187 263 (10am-10pm AEST, 7 days)
Black Dog Institute
Mental health information, online programs and tools for depression, anxiety and bipolar disorder.
headspace
Mental health support for young people (12-25 years). Online and in-person services available nationwide.
QLife
Counselling and referrals for LGBTIQ+ people. Phone: 1800 184 527 (3pm-midnight, 7 days) | Online chat available
Tenants' Rights & Housing Support
Assistance for renters experiencing neighbour issues or housing insecurity.
Tenants' Union of NSW
Free advice for NSW tenants. Advice line: (02) 8117 3700 or 1800 251 101 (regional NSW) | Mon-Fri 9:30am-1pm, 2pm-5pm
Tenants Victoria
Free tenancy advice for Victorian renters. Phone: (03) 9416 2577 | Mon-Fri 9am-5pm
Tenants Queensland
Free tenancy advice for Queensland renters. Phone: 1300 744 263 | Mon-Fri 9am-4:30pm
Tenancy WA
Free tenancy advice service. Phone: (08) 9221 0088 or 1800 621 888 (regional WA) | Mon-Fri 9am-4pm
Seniors Support
Specialized support for older Australians experiencing neighbour conflicts or elder abuse.
Older Persons Advocacy Network (OPAN)
Free, independent support and advocacy for older people. Phone: 1800 700 600
Elder Abuse Prevention Unit (NSW)
Information and support for older people experiencing abuse. Phone: (02) 9265 0132
Seniors Rights Victoria
Free legal service for older Victorians. Phone: 1300 368 821
Foundation for Alcohol Research and Education
Information and support regarding alcohol-related neighbour issues
Disability Support
Support for people with disabilities experiencing neighbour conflicts or accessibility issues.
People with Disability Australia
Systemic advocacy and individual support. Phone: 1800 422 015 or (02) 9370 3100
National Disability Advocacy Program
Find a disability advocacy service in your area for support and representation
IDEAS (Information, Linkages and Capacity Building)
Information and referrals for people with disability. Phone: 1800 029 904
Financial Counselling
Free financial counselling for people experiencing financial stress from neighbour disputes, legal costs, or property damage.
Multicultural & CALD Support
Support services for people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
💡 You Don't Have to Face This Alone
Reaching out for help is a sign of strength, not weakness. These organizations exist specifically to support people going through difficult situations. Most services are free, confidential, and staffed by professionals who understand what you're experiencing.