Kingsford Legal Centre provides advice to people in situations of domestic violence. In some cases it will also represent women at court who are trying to get an apprehended violence order against a family member or boyfriend / girlfriend. The Centre is also active in law reform and education around the issues of domestic violence.



Police

If you are at immediate risk you should contact the police for help. They can tell you about criminal charges and/or an apprehended violence order. You should call 000 or your closest Police Station.

The local Police stations are:
Maroubra: (02) 9349 9299 136 Maroubra Road, Maroubra Junction
Mascot: (02) 9319 6955 1441 Botany Road Mascot
Randwick (02) 9697 1099 196 Alison Road Randwick
Waverley (02) 9369 9899 153 Bronte Road, Waverley



Domestic Violence Line

You can also contact the 24 hour Department of Community Services Domestic Violence Line: 1800 656 463 for help. They will refer you to refuges, police, legal help and counselling in your area.

If you live in the Botany / Randwick area and need some help please ring the Kingsford Legal Centre for an appointment or immediate help: (02) 9385 9566.