13 HEALTH [Qld]

If it's not an emergency but it could be serious... Call 1343 2584 for qualified health advice for all Queenslanders. You can phone 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

http://www.health.qld.gov.au/13health/

A to Z of state government websites [Vic]

Alphabetical list of links to Victorian Government department, agency and statutory authority websites.

http://www.vic.gov.au/contactsandservices/directory/?qa0_lfz149_120.&organization&b5354810-649f-4e31-9923-b89313d385c6&azweb

Breast Implant Information Line

The Breast Implant Information Line 1800 217 257 is a national telephone service established to assist individuals concerned about breast implants. The help line can be called 24 hours a day.

http://www.health.gov.au/internet/ministers/publishing.nsf/Content/mr-yr12-ck-ck001.htm

Breastfeeding helpline

Available 7 days a week on 1800 686 268. Australian Breastfeeding Association (ABA) counsellors are trained volunteers who provide counselling and breastfeeding information to any person seeking their help. All ABA counsellors have breastfed at least one baby for at least nine months.

http://www.breastfeeding.asn.au/products/counselling.asp

Centrelink Indigenous Phone Services

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people can get access to Centrelink services from anywhere in Australia, by calling Freecall 1800 136 380 Monday to Friday 8.00 am to 5.00 pm (local times).

http://www.humanservices.gov.au/customer/services/Centrelink/indigenous-call-centre

Continence Helpline

Call the National Continence Helpline on 1800 330 066 for information, education and advice for those with incontinence, or those caring for someone with incontinence. The Helpline also provides information and advice to health professionals.

http://www.continence.org.au/pages/national-continence-helpline.html

Departments and agencies [WA]

Search the alphabetical list of departments and agencies for contact and information details.

http://www.wa.gov.au/agencies/

Family Relationship Advice Line

The Family Relationship Advice Line 1800 050 321 is a national telephone service established to assist families affected by relationship or separation issues.

http://www.familyrelationships.gov.au/Services/FRAL/Pages/default.aspx

Gambling Help Online

Gambling Help Online lets you 'talk' with someone immediately via their online service or you can speak to a counsellor by calling 1800 858 858. This new online service provides you with an opportunity to access counselling and information services if you are unable or reluctant to access face-to-face services, although the site can still help you find those services if you wish.

http://www.gamblinghelponline.org.au/

Government [SA]

Links to departments and other bodies, premier and ministers, parliament and local government.

http://www.sa.gov.au/government/

Government directory [ACT]

The Australian Capital Territory Government Directory provides a guide to key people, organisations, functions undertaken and services delivered in the ACT Government.

http://www.directory.act.gov.au/ccExternal_5.1/webdir/cgi-bin/webdua.cgi?ea2_.&&o=Australian+Capital+Territory,c=AU

Government directory [NSW]

The New South Wales Government Directory provides summary information about NSW Government organisations, their people and services.

http://www.directory.nsw.gov.au/

Government directory [NT]

Alphabetical contact list providing phone numbers and email, postal and physical addresses for Northern Territory government agencies.

http://www.nt.gov.au/ntg/contacts.shtml

Government directory [Tas]

Search the Tasmanian Government Directory for contact details for the government, its agencies, people, services and functions.

http://directory.tas.gov.au/cgi/access.pl

Government directory [Vic]

The Contacts & Services Directory provides access to contact details for the Victorian State Government, including Cabinet, the Governor, Parliament and state government departments (and statutory authorities).

http://www.vic.gov.au/contactsandservices/directory/

Government structure [Qld]

Includes links to information and contact details for the Premier, Cabinet, Ministers, and Departments.

http://www.qld.gov.au/about/how-government-works/government-structure/

GP Assist (Tasmania)

Provides prompt, professional and guaranteed response to after-hours calls from patients seeking medical care or advice.
1300 780 011

http://www.gpat.com.au

GP helpline

If your require after-hours medical advice and cannot access your usual GP, call the GP helpline on 1800 022 222 for assistance.
Queensland callers should call 13HEALTH (1343 2584).
Tasmania callers should call GP Assist on 1300 780 011.
Victoria callers should call Nurse-on-call on 1300 606 024.
If you think your situation is an emergency, you should always call 000.

http://www.yourhealth.gov.au/gphelpline

healthdirect Australia

healthdirect Australia provides free* access 24 hours a day to healthcare triage, health advice and health information. Services include the healthdirect Australia telephone triage, health advice and information line; the Pregnancy, Birth & Baby Helpline; HealthInsite, your gateway to reliable health information; and the After Hours GP Helpline. *Calls from landlines are free; Mobile charges may apply.

http://www.healthdirect.org.au/

Indigenous specialist officers

Indigenous specialist officers help Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Australians who live in urban, rural, regional and remote communities to access the Department of Human Services payments and services anywhere in Australia, by calling Freecall 1800 136 380 Monday to Friday 8.00 am to 5.00 pm (local times).

http://www.humanservices.gov.au/customer/services/indigenous-specialist-officers

Nurse-On-Call [Vic]

Call 1300 606 024, for the cost of a local call from anywhere in Victoria, for health advice 24 hours a day. Calls from mobile phones may be charged at a higher rate.
Nurse-On-Call is a phone service that provides immediate, expert health advice from a registered nurse.
If you think your situation is an emergency, you should always call 000.

http://www.health.vic.gov.au/nurseoncall/

Rural Fire Service (Qld)

The Rural Fire Service (RFS) is the volunteer side of the Queensland Fire and Rescue Service providing fire services to 93% of Queensland.

http://www.ruralfire.qld.gov.au/

Veterans and Veterans Families Counselling Services

The Veterans and Veterans Families Counselling Service (VVCS) provides counselling and group programs to Australian veterans, peacekeepers and their families. It is a specialised, free and confidential Australia-wide service. Call 1800 011 046 to arrange an interview.

http://australia.gov.au/service/veterans-and-veterans-families-counselling-services