--- title: "Resources" slug: "resources" description: "Find urgent support services at the University of Melbourne, including free meals, legal advice, housing help, and health resources for students." updated: 2025-11-06T03:52:11Z published: 2025-11-06T03:52:11Z canonical: "accommodation-hub.gsa.unimelb.edu.au/resources" --- > ## Documentation Index > Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://accommodation-hub.gsa.unimelb.edu.au/llms.txt > Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further. # Resources #### Urgently need a place to stay? Looking for a free meal? Want free advice about health, the law, or money issues? Check the Support Services Directory and find support from a variety of providers. ****University of Melbourne Services**** #### Graduate Student Association (GSA) Independent student association offering representation, events training, and support. Services include free breakfasts/lunches, wellbeing classes, and social events. **Location:** 1888 Building, Parkville Campus **Eligibility:** Available to University of Melbourne graduate students **Link:** [https://gsa.unimelb.edu.au/](https://gsa.unimelb.edu.au/) --- #### UMSU Student union providing events, representation, and support. UMSU Advocacy and Legal services also offer free and confidential advice to students about their rights. **Location:** Building 168, Parkville Campus **Eligibility:** Available to University of Melbourne students **Link:** [https://umsu.unimelb.edu.au/](https://umsu.unimelb.edu.au/) --- #### University of Melbourne Student Services Directory Full list of support services offered by the University of Melbourne, including free counselling, discounted dental health care, student employment opportunities, and financial aid. **Eligibility:** Available to University of Melbourne students **Link:** [https://services.unimelb.edu.au/finder](https://services.unimelb.edu.au/finder) ****Housing Support Services**** #### Department of Families, Fairness, and Housing (DFFH) Services Information about housing and homelessness support services across Victoria (including regional and rural Victoria). Call the 24-hour, statewide, toll-free number below for help if you urgently need a place to stay. **Link:** [https://services.dffh.vic.gov.au/getting-help](https://services.dffh.vic.gov.au/getting-help) **Phone Number:** 1800 825 955 --- #### Launch Housing Homelessness and housing support in Melbourne, including crisis accommodation and rent assistance. **Location:** Access points in Cheltenham, Collingwood, and St Kilda **Eligibility:** Eligibility factors can vary. Please contact the service to find our what support you are eligible for **Link:** [https://www.launchhousing.org.au/](https://www.launchhousing.org.au/) --- #### Melbourne City Mission Homelessness and housing support in Victoria, including crisis accommodation and housing support for families. **Location:** Various offices across Victoria **Eligibility:** Eligibility factors can vary. Please contact the service to find out what support you are eligible for **Link:** [https://www.mcm.org.au/services/homelessness](https://www.mcm.org.au/services/homelessness) **Phone Number:** (03) 9977 0000 ****Material Aid Services**** #### Ask Izzy Online tool to find support services near you. Allows you to connect with services in your area providing food, financial assistance, clothing, counselling, and more. **Link:** [https://askizzy.org.au/](https://askizzy.org.au/) --- #### Anglicare Victoria Support services for children, young people, and families, including financial assistance, food relief, alcohol, and drug support, family violence support and homelessness support. **Eligibility:** Eligibility factors can vary. Please contact the service to find out what support you are eligible for **Location:** Various locations across Victoria **Link:** [https://www.anglicarevic.org.au/our-services/](https://www.anglicarevic.org.au/our-services/) **Phone Number:** 1800 809 722 --- #### Brotherhood of St Laurence Social justice organisation working to prevent and alleviate poverty. Services include employment programs, food relief, and family support programs **Eligibility:** Eligibility factors can vary. Please contact the service to find out what support you are eligible for **Link:** [https://www.bsl.org.au/services/](https://www.bsl.org.au/services/) --- #### Red Cross Emergency Relief for Migrants Emergency relief payments to support temporary visa holders/people seeking asylum/people with an uncertain visa status to meet their basic needs. **Eligibility:** Available to temporary visa holders/people seeking asylum/people with an uncertain visa status who are experiencing financial disadvantage. Please contact the service to find out what support you are eligible for **Link:** [https://www.redcross.org.au/migration/emergency-relief/](https://www.redcross.org.au/migration/emergency-relief/) --- #### Sacred Heart Mission Assistance for people experiencing homelessness or disadvantage, including free meals, short term housing and crisis accommodation and wellbeing services. **Eligibility:** Eligibility factors can vary. Please contact the service to find out what support you are eligible for **Link:** [https://www.sacredheartmission.org/our-services/](https://www.sacredheartmission.org/our-services/) --- #### The Salvation Army Support services for people experiencing hardship and injustice, including crisis accommodation, family violence services, and no-interest loans. **Eligibility:** Eligibility factors can vary. Please contact the service to find out what support you are eligible for **Location:** Various locations across Victoria **Link:** [https://www.salvationarmy.org.au/need-help/](https://www.salvationarmy.org.au/need-help/) **Phone Number:** 13 72 58 --- #### Uniting Support for individuals, families and communities, including emergency accommodation, food vouchers, financial assistance, and counselling services. **Location:** Various locations across Victoria **Eligibility:** Eligibility factors can vary. Please contact the service to find out what support you are eligible for **Link:** [https://www.unitingvictas.org.au/services/](https://www.unitingvictas.org.au/services/) --- #### St Vincent de Paul Society Support for people experiencing disadvantage, including soup vans, flexible accommodation options, and interest-free loans. **Eligibility:** Eligibility factors can vary. Please contact the service to find out what support you are eligible for **Link:** [https://www.vinnies.org.au/vic/find-help](https://www.vinnies.org.au/vic/find-help) **Phone Number:** 13 18 12 --- #### City of Melbourne Helping Out Guide The Helping Guide provides information about free/low-cost food, accommodation, health, and other services in the Melbourne CBD and surrounding suburbs. **Link:** [https://www.melbourne.vic.gov.au/community/homes-melbourne/ending-homelessness/resources/Pages/helping-out.aspx](https://www.melbourne.vic.gov.au/community/homes-melbourne/ending-homelessness/resources/Pages/helping-out.aspx) ****Food Relief Services and Discounted Food**** #### University of Melbourne Food Relief Food relief provided by the University to students experiencing food insecurity, including healthy frozen meals and high-quality fresh fruit and vegetables. See page for information about other food support programs at the Parkville and Southbank campuses. **Eligibility:** Available to University of Melbourne students **Link:** [https://students.unimelb.edu.au/student-support/health-and-wellbeing/food-relief](https://students.unimelb.edu.au/student-support/health-and-wellbeing/food-relief) --- #### Foodbank, Oz Harvest, and Second Bite Find organisations providing food and grocery relief, including free cooked meals and food hampers. **Eligibility:** Eligibility factors can vary. Please contact the service to find out what support you are eligible for **Location:** Various locations across Victoria **Link:** [Foodbank](https://www.foodbank.org.au/find-food/), [Oz Harvest](https://www.ozharvest.org/food/receive-food-individuals/), [Second Bite](https://secondbite.org/food-finder/) --- #### Cheaper Buy Miles Discount grocery store selling close to, and past best before date food with a 100% money back guarantee. **Location:** Footscray, Flemington, Brunswick, and Fitzroy **Link:** [https://www.cheaperbuymiles.com/](https://www.cheaperbuymiles.com/) --- #### City of Melbourne Community Food Guide The Community Food Guide provides information about how to find affordable, fresh, and healthy food in the Melbourne CBD and surrounding suburbs. **Link:** [https://www.melbourne.vic.gov.au/community/health-support-services/health-services/Pages/community-food-guide.aspx](https://www.melbourne.vic.gov.au/community/health-support-services/health-services/Pages/community-food-guide.aspx) ****Financial Support Services**** #### University of Melbourne Student Loans and Grants Interest-free loans and grants to assist students experiencing financial difficulties with living and/or course-related expenses. Eligibility: Available to University of Melbourne students. Other eligibility factors may also apply. Please contact the service to find out what support you are eligible for. **Link:** [https://students.unimelb.edu.au/student-support/scholarships-and-financial-support/financial-aid/student-loans-and-grants](https://students.unimelb.edu.au/student-support/scholarships-and-financial-support/financial-aid/student-loans-and-grants) --- #### UMSU Legal Financial Counselling Free financial counselling provided by the UMSU Legal Service. **Eligibility:** Available to University of Melbourne students **Link:** [https://umsu.unimelb.edu.au/support/legal/financial-counselling/](https://umsu.unimelb.edu.au/support/legal/financial-counselling/) --- #### Centrelink Income support payments and services provided by the Australian Government. **Eligibility:** Many services are only available to Australian citizens or permanent residents. Other eligibility factors may also apply. Please contact the service to find out what support you are eligible for **Link:** [https://www.servicesaustralia.gov.au/centrelink](https://www.servicesaustralia.gov.au/centrelink) BondntAssist Bond Loan Interest-free bond loans provided by the Victorian Government to assist private renters. **Eligibility:** Available to permanent Australian residents. Other eligibility factors may also apply. Please contact the service to find out what support you are eligible for **Link:** [https://www.housing.vic.gov.au/rentassist-bond-loan](https://www.housing.vic.gov.au/rentassist-bond-loan) --- #### Victorian Government Concessions and Benefits Cost of living support for Victorians on low incomes or experiencing hardship, including energy bill relief, affordable health services, and public transport concessions. **Eligibility:** Available to Australian concession card holders. Other eligibility factors may also apply. Please contact the service to find out what support you are eligible for **Link:** [https://services.dffh.vic.gov.au/concessions-and-benefits](https://services.dffh.vic.gov.au/concessions-and-benefits) --- #### Moneysmart Free tips, tools, and guidance to assist you with budgeting, reducing debt, and saving, including free financial counselling services. **Eligibility:** Free financial information available to everyone. Eligibility factors may apply for other services. Please contact the service to find out what support you are eligible for **Link:** [https://moneysmart.gov.au/](https://moneysmart.gov.au/) --- #### National Debt Hotline Free, independent, confidential advice on how to manage financial troubles from trained financial counsellors. **Link:** [https://ndh.org.au/](https://ndh.org.au/) **Phone Number:** 1800 007 007 ****Employment and Career Support Services**** #### University of Melbourne Career Support Careers development advice and resources for every stage of the job application process, including one-on-one advice, practice interviews, a resume reviewer, jobs boards, and online learning modules. **Eligibility:** Available to University of Melbourne students **Link:** [https://students.unimelb.edu.au/careers](https://students.unimelb.edu.au/careers) --- #### Skills and Jobs Centres Free career, employment, and training support services, including careers counselling, employability workshops and help preparing a job application. **Location:** Various locations across Victoria **Link:** [https://www.vic.gov.au/skills-and-jobs-centres](https://www.vic.gov.au/skills-and-jobs-centres) --- #### Jobs Victoria Targeted support for people facing challenges finding employment, including personalised assistance with applications and interviews. **Eligibility:** Eligibility factors can vary. Please contact the service to find out what support you are eligible for **Link:** [https://jobs.vic.gov.au/help-for-jobseekers](https://jobs.vic.gov.au/help-for-jobseekers) --- #### Online Job Boards Online resources to find and apply for internships and graduate jobs and casual/part-time/full-time work. **Link:** [https://au.gradconnection.com/,](https://au.gradconnection.com/,) [https://au.prosple.com/,](https://au.prosple.com/,) [https://www.ethicaljobs.com.au/,](https://www.ethicaljobs.com.au/,) [https://www.seek.com.au/,](https://www.seek.com.au/,) [https://au.indeed.com/](https://au.indeed.com/) --- #### Workforce Australia Online resource to help Australians search and apply for jobs or find employment information **Link:** [https://www.workforceaustralia.gov.au/individuals](https://www.workforceaustralia.gov.au/individuals) ****Health Services**** #### Healthcare #### University of Melbourne Medical Services Free and discounted medical services available at the University, including dentistry, psychology services, eyecare, hearing care, and speech pathology. **Link:** [https://students.unimelb.edu.au/student-support/health-and-wellbeing/medical-services](https://students.unimelb.edu.au/student-support/health-and-wellbeing/medical-services) --- #### Healthdirect Service Finder Directory of healthcare professionals and services across Australia. Search for bulk billing GPs, pharmacies, hospitals, and other services in your suburb. **Link:** [https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/australian-health-services](https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/australian-health-services) --- #### Priority Primary Care Centres Centres providing free care for people who need urgent attention, but not an emergency response (e.g. - for mild infections and burns or suspected fractures). **Link:** [https://www.betterhealth.vic.gov.au/priority-primary-care-centres](https://www.betterhealth.vic.gov.au/priority-primary-care-centres) --- #### NURSE-ON-CALL 24-hour telephone service providing immediate health advice from a registered nurse. **Link:** [https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/nurse-on-call](https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/nurse-on-call) **Phone Number:** 1300 60 60 24 --- #### Better Health Channel Free, reliable medical and health information quality assured by the Victorian Government. **Link:** [https://www.betterhealth.vic.gov.au/](https://www.betterhealth.vic.gov.au/) --- #### Mental Health & Wellbeing #### University of Melbourne Counselling & Psychological Services (CAPS) Free, confidential short-term psychological counselling for University of Melbourne students and staff. Other support includes student workshops and self-help resources. **Eligibility:** Available to University of Melbourne students and staff **Link:** [https://services.unimelb.edu.au/counsel](https://services.unimelb.edu.au/counsel) **Phone Number:** (03) 8344 6927 --- #### University of Melbourne Chaplaincy Service Free confidential discussions about life, matters of faith, and spirituality with a chaplain. This service is available to University of Melbourne students and staff of all faiths/no faith. **Eligibility:** Available to University of Melbourne students and staff **Link:** [https://students.unimelb.edu.au/student-support/health-and-wellbeing/faith-and-spirituality](https://students.unimelb.edu.au/student-support/health-and-wellbeing/faith-and-spirituality) --- #### 13YARN Free, confidential 24-hour national crisis support line for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. **Eligibility:** Available to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people **Link:** [https://www.13yarn.org.au/](https://www.13yarn.org.au/) **Phone Number:** 13 92 76 --- #### Beyond Blue Free mental health support, including 24-hour telephone and online counselling. **Link:** [https://www.beyondblue.org.au/](https://www.beyondblue.org.au/) **Phone Number:** 1300 22 4636 --- #### Headspace Free and low-cost mental/physical health, alcohol, and other drugs or work and study support for young people. Support is available online, over the phone and in a headspace centre. **Location:** Headspace centres located across Victoria **Eligibility:** Available to people aged 12-25 **Link:** [https://headspace.org.au/](https://headspace.org.au/) **Phone Number:** 1800 650 890 --- #### Kids Helpline Free, confidential 24-hour counselling and mental health information for children and young people. Support is available online and over the phone. **Eligibility:** Available to people aged 5-25 **Link:** [https://kidshelpline.com.au/](https://kidshelpline.com.au/) **Phone Number:** 1800 551 800 --- #### Lifeline 24-hour crisis support for people experiencing a personal crisis or contemplating suicide. Support is available online, over the phone, and via text. **Link:** [https://www.lifeline.org.au/](https://www.lifeline.org.au/) **Phone Number:** 13 11 14 --- #### MensLine Free, confidential mental health support, information, and referral services for men. Support is available online and over the phone. **Eligibility:** Available to men **Link:** [https://mensline.org.au/](https://mensline.org.au/) **Phone Number:** 1300 789 978 --- #### Sexual Health #### 1800 My Options Free, confidential information about contraception, pregnancy options, sexual health, and relevant services in Victoria. **Link:** [https://www.1800myoptions.org.au/](https://www.1800myoptions.org.au/) **Phone Number:** 1800 696 784 ****Safety Services**** #### University of Melbourne Safer Community Program Support for members of the University community about inappropriate, concerning or threatening behaviours, including sexual assault, family violence, stalking, bullying, and discrimination. **Link:** [https://safercommunity.unimelb.edu.au/](https://safercommunity.unimelb.edu.au/) --- #### Victims of Crime Free advice and support for people affected by crime, including information about victim entitlements, assistance to communicate with police and get ready for court and help prepare a Victim Impact Statement. **Link:** [https://www.victimsofcrime.vic.gov.au/](https://www.victimsofcrime.vic.gov.au/) **Phone Number:** 1800 819 817 --- #### 1800RESPECT Free, 24-hour counselling, information, and support for people impacted by domestic, family, or sexual violence. **Link:** [https://www.1800respect.org.au/](https://www.1800respect.org.au/) **Phone Number:** 1800 737 732 --- #### Safe Steps 24-hour crisis support for people experiencing family violence, including safety planning and access to crisis accommodation. **Link:** [https://www.safesteps.org.au/](https://www.safesteps.org.au/) **Phone Number:** 1800 015 188 --- #### CASA House (Centre Against Sexual Assault) Counselling, crisis response and support for victim survivors of sexual assault. **Link:** [https://www.thewomens.org.au/health-professionals/violence-and-sexual-assault/casa-house](https://www.thewomens.org.au/health-professionals/violence-and-sexual-assault/casa-house) **Phone Number:** (03) 9635 3610 --- #### Djirra Culturally safe and holistic assistance for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people who are experiencing/have experienced family violence or sexual assault. **Eligibility:** For Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people **Location:** Various locations across Victoria **Link:** [https://djirra.org.au/contact-us/](https://djirra.org.au/contact-us/) **Phone Number:** 1800 105 303 --- #### inTouch Culturally responsive services and programs for migrant and refugee-background women experiencing family violence, including legal support, case management, and migration support. **Eligibility:** For women from migrant and refugee backgrounds **Link:** [https://intouch.org.au/](https://intouch.org.au/) **Phone Number:** 1800 755 988 --- #### Red Cross Family and Domestic Financial Assistance Financial assistance and referral services for people on temporary visas who are experiencing domestic and family violence. **Eligibility:** For people on temporary visas who are experiencing domestic and family violence. Other eligibility factors may also apply. Please contact the service to find out what support you are eligible for **Link:** [https://www.redcross.org.au/migration/family-and-domestic-violence-financial-assistance-program/](https://www.redcross.org.au/migration/family-and-domestic-violence-financial-assistance-program/) --- #### Victorian Equal Opportunity and Human Rights Commission Free and confidential information about discrimination, sexual harassment, victimisation, or racial or religious vilification. You can also report experiences of racism, sexual harrassment, or discrimination of any kind through their Community Reporting Tool or make a formal complaint. **Link:** [https://www.humanrights.vic.gov.au/get-help/](https://www.humanrights.vic.gov.au/get-help/) **Phone Number:** 1300 292 153 --- #### Tenants Victoria Family Violence Protection Kit Toolkit containing detailed information about protections in renting laws for people affected by family violence. Includes information about getting an intervention order, changing the locks, safety modifications, and applying to VCAT. **Link:** [https://tenantsvic.org.au/explore-topics/situations-while-renting/family-violence/](https://tenantsvic.org.au/explore-topics/situations-while-renting/family-violence/) ****Legal Services**** #### UMSU Legal Free and confidential legal help from qualified lawyers on a variety of issues, including rental, employment law, consumer law, family violence, fines, and car/bike accidents. **Eligibility:** Available to enrolled University of Melbourne students **Link:** [https://umsu.unimelb.edu.au/support/legal/](https://umsu.unimelb.edu.au/support/legal/) --- #### International Student Employment and Accommodation Legal Service (ISEALS) Free, independent legal advice for international students about employment and accommodation concerns. **Location:** Study Melbourne Hub located in Melbourne CBD **Eligibility:** Available to international students **Link:** [https://www.studymelbourne.vic.gov.au/living-here/legal-support/ISEALS](https://www.studymelbourne.vic.gov.au/living-here/legal-support/ISEALS) **Phone Number:** 1800 056 449 --- #### Tenants Victoria Free and confidential legal advice, assistance, and advocacy for Victorian renters, including their renter support line. **Link:** [https://tenantsvic.org.au/](https://tenantsvic.org.au/) **Phone Number:** (03) 9416 2577 --- #### Victoria Legal Aid Free legal information and advice on a variety of issues, including housing, immigration, public transport offenses, violence and abuse, fines and employment. Support services include legal representation and family dispute resolution. **Location:** Various locations across Victoria **Eligibility:** Free legal information available to everyone. Eligibility factors can vary for legal representation/help. Please contact the service to find out what support you are eligible for. **Link:** [https://www.legalaid.vic.gov.au/](https://www.legalaid.vic.gov.au/) **Phone Number:** 1300 792 387 --- #### Anika Legal Free online legal service for Victorian renters. **Eligibility:** Eligibility factors can vary. Please contact the service to find out what support you are eligible for. **Link:** [https://www.anikalegal.com/](https://www.anikalegal.com/) --- #### Community Legal Centres Community Legal Centres provide free legal information, advice, representation, casework,. and education. **Location:** Various locations across metropolitan, regional, and rural Victoria **Eligibility:** Eligibility factors can vary. Please contact the service to find out what support you are eligible for **Link:** [https://www.fclc.org.au/find_a_community_legal_centre](https://www.fclc.org.au/find_a_community_legal_centre) --- #### Dear Landlord A free online self-help tool to assist Victorian private renters currently/at risk of being behind on rent to understand their options, draft a letter to negotiate a payment plan with their rental provider and prepare for VCAT. **Link:** [https://apps.justiceconnect.org.au/dear-landlord/](https://apps.justiceconnect.org.au/dear-landlord/) --- #### Inner Melbourne Community Legal International Student Legal Information Resource A free resource for international students with information about a variety of legal issues (e.g. - rent increases, fines, unpaid wages, etc.). **Link:** [https://ishelp.org.au/](https://ishelp.org.au/) ****Other Services**** #### Local Councils Your local council may provide resources and services, including health support services, social events, and financial assistance. You can also visit your local library for access to computers/free wi-fi and other resources. Visit the link below to find your local council. **Link:** [https://www.vic.gov.au/know-your-council](https://www.vic.gov.au/know-your-council) --- #### Op Shops Op shops (opportunity shops) sell second-hand clothing, kitchenware, homewares, books, and more at a discounted prices. **Link:** [https://www.sacredheartmission.org/op-shops/](https://www.sacredheartmission.org/op-shops/) [https://www.salvosstores.com.au/](https://www.salvosstores.com.au/) [https://www.savers.com.au/](https://www.savers.com.au/) [https://www.vinnies.org.au/vinnies-shops](https://www.vinnies.org.au/vinnies-shops) ****Support Services for Diverse Communities**** #### Support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people #### Murrup Barak Services provided at the University of Melbourne to support the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander student community to excel in their studies, including study spaces and one-on-one tutoring. **Link:** [https://murrupbarak.unimelb.edu.au/](https://murrupbarak.unimelb.edu.au/) --- #### Deadly Story Service Directory Directory of support services for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. Search for legal, cultural, sport, youth services, and many more. **Link:** [https://deadlystory.com/page/service-directory](https://deadlystory.com/page/service-directory) --- #### Support for International Students #### The Couch International Student Centre A space for international students to meet, connect with support services, volunteer, and access free cooked meals. **Location:** Melbourne CBD **Link:** [https://www.facebook.com/thecouch614](https://www.facebook.com/thecouch614) [https://www.instagram.com/thecouch614/](https://www.instagram.com/thecouch614/) --- #### Insider Guides Information to assist international students to live and study in Australia, including information about accommodation, visas, language, employment, health, and safety. **Link:** [https://insiderguides.com.au/](https://insiderguides.com.au/) --- #### Study Melbourne Information and support provided by the Victorian Government at the Study Melbourne Hub, including legal support, free events, study spaces, and employability services. **Location:** Study Melbourne Hub located in Melbourne CBD **Link:** [https://www.studymelbourne.vic.gov.au/](https://www.studymelbourne.vic.gov.au/) **Phone Number:** 1800 056 449 --- #### Support for LGBTQIA+ people #### Q Switchboard Peer-based, volunteer-run support services for LGBTQIA+ people, their families, allies, and communities. Resources include Rainbow Door (a free helpline providing information, support, and referrals), QLife (anonymous and free peer support) and CHARLEE (a suicide prevention hub). **Link:** [https://www.switchboard.org.au/](https://www.switchboard.org.au/) --- #### Support for parents #### StartingBlocks.gov.au Child Care Finder A tool to find children’s education and care services in your area. **Link:** [https://www.startingblocks.gov.au/find-child-care](https://www.startingblocks.gov.au/find-child-care) --- #### Parentline Confidential and anonymous counselling on parenting issues, including parent-child relationships, bullying, family breakdown, and parental stress. **Link:** [https://services.dffh.vic.gov.au/parentline](https://services.dffh.vic.gov.au/parentline) **Phone Number:** 13 22 89 --- #### Raising Children Network Free, reliable information about parenting, including articles, videos, and interactive videos on raising children of all ages. **Link:** [https://raisingchildren.net.au/](https://raisingchildren.net.au/) --- #### Free Kinder Free kinder services available in three- and four- year old kindergarten programs across Victoria at participating services. **Link:** [https://www.vic.gov.au/sending-child-kinder](https://www.vic.gov.au/sending-child-kinder) --- #### Smile Squad Free oral health promotion, dental checkups, and treatments to Victorian government school students at school. **Link:** [https://www.health.vic.gov.au/smile-squad](https://www.health.vic.gov.au/smile-squad) --- #### Early Parenting Centres (EPCs) Free primary health service provides specialist support for Victorian families with children from birth and up to 4 years. **Link:** [https://www.health.vic.gov.au/maternal-child-health/early-parenting-centres](https://www.health.vic.gov.au/maternal-child-health/early-parenting-centres) --- #### Support for people with disabilities #### University of Melbourne Student Equity and Disability Services (SEDS) Support and study adjustments for students with disabilities/ongoing health conditions, caring responsibilities and more, including alternative exam arrangements and assistive technology. **Link:** [https://students.unimelb.edu.au/student-support/student-equity-and-disability-services](https://students.unimelb.edu.au/student-support/student-equity-and-disability-services) --- #### Disability Gateway Information and services for people with disabilities and their family/friends/carers, including information about aids/equipment, financial support, discounted/accessible travel and assistance with everyday living. **Link:** [https://www.disabilitygateway.gov.au/](https://www.disabilitygateway.gov.au/) **Phone Number:** 1800 643 787 --- #### Support for women, non-binary, and gender diverse people #### Fitted for Work Support for jobseekers to find and maintain employment, including providing work-appropriate clothing and resume/interview help. **Link:** [https://fittedforwork.org/core-services/](https://fittedforwork.org/core-services/) **Phone Number:** (03) 9662 4289 --- #### WIRE Free information, support, and referrals for a variety of issues, including family violence, financial guidance, migration, employment, and parenting support. **Location:** Support Centre located in Melbourne CBD **Link:** [https://www.wire.org.au/](https://www.wire.org.au/) **Phone Number:** 1300 134 130 --- #### Support for young people (aged 25 and under) #### Centre for Multicultural Youth Program and opportunities for young people from migrant and refugee backgrounds, including mentorship and leadership opportunities. **Eligibility:** For young people from migrant and refugee backgrounds **Link:** [https://www.cmy.net.au/](https://www.cmy.net.au/) --- #### the drum Youth programs and services in the City of Melbourne and City of Yarra, including homelessness support, social events, career advice, and family support. **Link:** [https://thedrum.ds.org.au/](https://thedrum.ds.org.au/) --- #### Youth Central Victoria Free information and advice about finding work, studying, moving out of home, managing money, and more, provided by the Victorian Government. **Link:** [https://www.youthcentral.vic.gov.au/](https://www.youthcentral.vic.gov.au/) A bond is the amount of money that you may be asked to pay at the start of your tenancy. The bond is a security in case there is a dispute at the conclusion of the tenancy. The bond will be held by the bond authority until the tenancy ends and will be returned to renters when they move out. The Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal (VCAT) is responsible for hearing disputes between rental providers and renters. The decisions made by VCAT must be followed by rental providers and renters.