Get immediate help if you’re unemployed
Find help near you
AskIzzy is a free and anonymous website to search for help in your area with things like:
- housing
- food
- everyday needs, such as clothing, toilets or finding somewhere to charge your device
- health
- legal advice.
Find out more about getting local help if you’re unemployed.
Other financial options
If you need a lump sum amount of money, there are options you may be able to access.
No Interest Loans
You may be able to get a No Interest Loan (NIL) from Good Shepherd to help you with costs.
NILs let you borrow money for essential goods and services, like car repairs or a computer. You pay no interest and you only repay what you borrow.
Find out more about No Interest Loans on the Good Shepherd website.
Getting health care
Medicare can help you access affordable health care and services. You can learn more about what’s covered by Medicare on the Services Australia website.
They also have information about concession and health care cards that you may be eligible for.
Mental health support
There's free support and information available to help with mental health. Find out more about getting mental health support.