Show Notes: Please note: This is general advice only. Links below as discussed in this episode.  NSW Domestic Violence Helpline 1800 65 64 63 ACT Domestic Violence Crisis Service (DVCS)  6280 0900 SA Domestic Violence Crisis Line 1800 800 098 QLD DV Connect -1800 811 811 TAS Safe at Home Family Violence Response and Referral Line 1800 633 937 VIC Safe Steps  1800 015 188 WA Domestic Violence Helpline 1800 007 339  NT Darwin Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Women’s Shelter 8945 2284  Legal services (Australia-wide) Family Violence Law Help  Discussion topics  Pet Relocation during domestic violence Centerlink and how it can help you. Shelter, Food, and Safety during relocating from domestic violence Mental health assistance after surviving domestic violence Mental health care plans 20 session and how to obtain one Psychologists for Domestic Violence Survivors  How to deal with police during a dv incident? How to report DV or Family Violence to the police Family violence and the police Why reporting domestic violence to the police is important  Who is a Domestic Violence liaison officer and why they are important?  How to apply for a Domestic Violence Order or Protection Order What is the difference between a temporary protection order and a protection order Domestic Violence Order process PPN Police protection notice What is a magistrate and what they do with your application. Courts and safe rooms What to expect when you arrive at court after you’ve applied to the court and how you are supported.  Duty Lawyers and Counsellors at the court Link to apply for an order https://www.courts.qld.gov.au/going-to-court/domestic-violence/domestic-violence-orders/applying-for-a-domestic-violence-order Why it is important to be specific when reporting domestic violence or applying for a domestic violence order? Victims assist link http://www.victimsofcrimeaustralia.com.au/?gclid=CjwKCAiA4o79BRBvEiwAjteoYEAeGHTmKG00cWJRjQkNTro1ouehUOiSOX0sIAhE0Udb9b3jOgEjbxoCC6YQAvD_BwE Online form link for a Protection Order https://www.qld.gov.au/law/crime-and-police/abuse-family-matters-and-protection-orders/apply-for-a-protection-order#start-application PDF version for applying for a protection order https://www.courts.qld.gov.au/__data/assets/pdf_file/0006/162168/dva-f-1.pdf