Finding housing if you’re affected by family and domestic violence

If you’re looking for long term housing, there’s community housing in each state or territory. You may also get help with the cost of renting or buying a house.

Get a payment

If you get a payment from Services Australia, you may be able to get help with your rent. Find out about Rent Assistance.

Find affordable housing  

Mission Australia offer affordable housing to low income families struggling to find a home in the private rental market. Find out more about looking for a home on the Mission Australia website.

You can find out about community housing on your state or territory website. You may also get help with buying a house or your rent, including upfront costs like moving or your rental bond.

These links will take you away from myGov.

Find emergency accommodation

There’s support available if you need somewhere to stay in an emergency. Find out more about help with housing.