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Victorian Bushfires - Assistance and Support

The effect of the Victorian bushfires has been felt right across the community, from families who have lost loved ones to the emergency services workers in affected areas.

A number of services are available to help you.

Coroners Court of Victoria – 1800 283 292
The Coroners Court of Victoria has established an information line for families of people who have died in the Victorian bushfires.

Counselling services

Nurse–On–Call Bushfire Health and Counselling Line – 1300 60 60 24
24-hour support and counselling to anyone affected, including emergency workers, volunteers and service providers.
Nurse–On–Call website (external link)

Kids Helpline – 1800 551 800
24-hour counselling service specifically for young people.
Kids Helpline website (external link)

GriefLine – 03 9596 7799
Bereavement support for anyone who has experienced a loss of life.
GriefLine website (external link)

Rural Support Line – 1300 655 969
24-hour rural support line.

Bushfire Legal Helpline – 1800 113 432
Free legal advice for victims of the Victorian bushfires.

Interpreter Service – 131 450

Hearing Impaired
133 677 (TTY Service)
1300 555 727 (Speak and Listen)