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Relationships Australia

Relationships Australia is a federation of community-based, not-for-profit organisations with no religious affiliations, which has served people living in Australia for over 70 years. Their services are for all members of the community, regardless of religious belief, age, gender, sexual orientation, lifestyle choice, cultural background or economic circumstances.

Vision and mission

Relationships Australia has, for over 70 years, provided a range of services to Australian families, including individual, couple and family group counselling, dispute resolution, services to older people, children’s services, services for victim survivors and perpetrators of family violence, and relationship and professional education. They respect the rights of all people, in all their diversity, to live life fully and meaningfully within their families and communities with dignity and safety, and to enjoy healthy relationships.

How Relationships Australia can help

Relationships Australia services include individual, family and couples counselling, children’s services, services for victims and perpetrators of family violence, services to people experiencing harms related to gambling and use of alcohol and other drugs, dispute resolution, and relationship and professional education. They aim to support all people to live with positive and respectful relationships and receive the benefits of nurturing relationships and inclusive, welcoming and flourishing communities.

Information lines / help lines

  • Call 1300 364 277 (Mon-Fri during business hours)

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This information was originally published on healthdirect - Relationships Australia.

Last reviewed: April 2025

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Tips for new parents | Relationships Australia

There’s arguably no event in life more significant than the birth of your first child. For many, becoming a parent can be a joyful experience, but it’s not without its challenges. Despite the number of resources, books and opinions on parenting, nothing can truly prepare you for how life changes.

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Children and separation | Relationships Australia

Making a decision to separate if you have children is complex. How will you tell them? What should you say? When should it be done? At a time when you are vulnerable and unsure of yourself, you have to tell your children that you are separating and their lives are going to change. You

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Domestic and family violence – controlling and violent relationships | Relationships Australia

Some relationships involve behaviour that is damaging to the other partner and, in some cases, may be criminal. Healthy relationships are based on equality and respect between partners. When one partner tries to control the other partner, it can be harmful to both parties. A control or power imba

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Positive and respectful relationships | Relationships Australia

Good relationships are good for you and good for your children. It’s never too late to start working on improving your relationships. People in supportive, loving relationships are more likely to feel healthy, happy and satisfied with their lives. They are less likely to have mental or physical h

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Thinking of forming a step-family? | Relationships Australia

There are many things to consider when becoming part of a blended family or step-family.  The considerations include: Children – children rarely choose to be part of a blended family and often hold resentment towards their biological parent and the step-parent. The adults need to consider how t

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Blended families | Relationships Australia

Blended families can take on many forms but will typically include a couple and their children from previous relationships, as well as children they may have had together. Although not all family members may be related biologically, they can still form close, loving bonds and live cooperative and fu

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What Are the Different Types of Domestic Violence?

From physical abuse to coercion, we outline the different types of domestic violence and family violence that exist – none of which are ever OK.

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Domestic Violence Counselling | Support For Victims

If you've been a victim of domestic and family violence or abuse, we can help. We offer counselling services for domestic violence victims of any gender.

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Separating from a partner | Relationships Australia

After a marriage or significant relationship breakup it may seem as if nothing in your life is stable: your home, your finances, your routines can all be turned upside down. You may feel as if you don’t even know yourself anymore and be worrying about the impacts of the breakup on your children,

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