Connecting You

Are you, or someone you know, in immediate danger?
Please call Police on 000

Domestic Family Violence (DFV) can happen between partners in relationships, defactos, family members, carers, boyfriend or girlfriend, siblings, extended family.
This behavior can include abusive or threatening behavior, violent behavior, coercive, stalking, or controlling behavior, making someone feel scared or in danger and/or forcing someone to do things they do not want to do. This can occur in past or current relationships, family settings, extended family and social groups.

For more information on what is considered Family and Domestic Violence, or how to identify it please visit Safe and Equal or 1800RESPECT.

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Limit tracking

If you need to make sure your actions cannot be tracked online because you have an abusive partner or ex-partner, you can find tips for limiting location tracking from the eSafety Commission

If you are currently at risk…

Please ensure you follow the eSafety Commission recommendations for Domestic, family and sexual violence checklist

DVConnect Womensline

This is a statewide 24 hours a day, 7 days a week service providing confidential advice and counselling as well as referral to crisis accommodation for women and children affected by domestic violence.
Phone 1800 811 811
(this number will not appear on your phone bill)

DVConnect Mensline

Is a statewide service (9am to midnight, 7 days a week) supporting men affected by domestic violence.
Phone 1800 600 636

CatholicCare

CatholicCare provides critical domestic and family violence services to: Rockhampton, Yeppoon, Blackwater, Emerald & Longreach. Our local response teams understand the complex reality of domestic and family violence and offer support and services to all those affected, be they victims, survivors, children, or perpetrators.
Phone 07 4977 4107

Helem Yumba

Helem Yumba is a community controlled Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Service located in Rockhampton. The Centre provides a range of therapeutic supports, including Counselling that are delivered in conjunction with cultural healing programs and activities to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in Rockhampton, Mount Morgan & Woorabinda.
They work with individuals, couples, families and community groups to address violence and trauma with a view to facilitating harmony, safety & wellbeing.
Free Call 1800 776 727 or 07 4931 8600

Yeppoon Community Centre

If you are struggling with basic needs and services, Yeppoon Community Centre is open 5 days a week, located in John Street.
Phone 07 4913 3840

CQ Healthy Families

Mission is to empower everyone in our community to live their lives free from Domestic or Family Violence through increasing awareness, collaboration, initiative, and material support. FB & IGs: @cqhealthyfamilies
Email: office@cqhealthyfamilies.org.au

CQID

Central Queensland Indigenous Development (CQID) is a proud, community-controlled organisation committed to supporting the wellbeing of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people across Central Queensland and surrounding areas.
Phone 1800 000 307

CQMA

Provides community programs and courses for people from culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) backgrounds.
Phone 0401 64 5571

1800RESPECT

This is a national service providing crisis and trauma counselling 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, to people affected by sexual assault, domestic violence or family violence.
Phone 1800 737 732

Lifeline

Provides crisis support and suicide prevention services 24 hours, 7 days a week.
Phone 13 11 14

BeyondBlue Support Service

Provides one-on-one, confidential support with a trained mental health professional. 24hours a day, 7 days a week
Phone 1300 22 46 36

Immigrant Women’s Support Service

Offers free confidential, practical and emotional support to immigrant and refugee women from non-English speaking backgrounds and their children who have experienced domestic and/or sexual violence.
Phone 07 3846 3490

Strengthening Family Connections

SFC is funded by the Department of Child Safety, Seniors and Disability Services to work with children, young people (unborn to 18 years old) and their families on the Capricorn Coast who are in vulnerable situations. Services are offered to families at no cost and who are not currently subject to statutory child protection intervention. Case management, Information and
education, Parenting support, and Referrals to other agencies and support services. Families can self-refer or be referred.
Phone 07 4913 3830

Are you, or someone you know, in immediate danger? Please call Police on 000