Accommodation

Aboriginal Hostels Ltd
http://www.ahl.gov.au
Provides temporary accommodation services to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. Website has a guide to hostels across Australia.

After Hours Temporary Accommodation Line
phone 1800 152 152 (Monday to Friday 4:30pm–10:00pm; Saturday, Sunday and public holidays 10:00am–10:00pm)
Takes telephone referrals evenings and weekends from agencies that assist people seeking shelter for the night. Accommodation is booked until the next working day.

Domestic Violence Line
phone 1800 656 463 (7 days, 24 hours)
Provides telephone counselling, information and referrals for people who are experiencing or have experienced domestic violence. Makes referrals to women's refuges and family support services, counselling, police and courts, lawyers and hospitals. Helps with transport, emergency accommodation and other relevant support.

Homeless Persons Information Centre
phone 1800 234 566 (7 days 9:00am–1:00pm, 2:00pm–10:00pm)
Information and referral service for people who are homeless, or at risk of homelessness. Provides professional assessments and referrals for clients seeking accommodation and support services.

Youth Emergency Accommodation Line
phone 02 9698 5833 ext 25 (Monday to Friday 9:00am–4:00pm)
Information and referral service for people aged 12–24 who are homeless or at risk of homelessness.