Health and Safety in Canberra
In Canberra we have a number of organizations that can assist you if you have been or know someone who is the victim of crime. ACT Policing works in partnership with the community to create a safer and more secure Australian Capital Territory through the provision of quality police services.
Contacting ACT Policing
Which number should I call if my life is being threatened?
The 000 emergency number remains the number to call if your life is at risk.
Which number do I call if I have been in a car accident but nobody got hurt?
If you have been involved in an accident but nobody's life is at risk, call the new police assistance number on 131 444.
Should I call the police assistance line if I have had something stolen from my home?
Yes, you can ring the police assistance number and the operator will put you through to the relevant area.
I have noticed some suspicious activity going on at the local school/next door, do I call the police assistance line?
Yes. If you think that there may be criminal activity taking place in your neighbourhood call 131 444 to speak to police.
If I have some information regarding a crime that has already occurred in the ACT should I call the new police assistance number?
No. You should call Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 to report any information that may assist police with solving a crime.
If I have a general enquiry that I wish to discuss with ACT Policing which number should I call?
If you have a general enquiry you wish to discuss with a member of ACT Policing call the Australian Federal Police switch on (02) 6256 7777.
Police Emergency contacts
Emergency (all states) (You or someone else is in immediate danger, the offender is still in the vicinity, or there has been a serious accident.)
Phone 000 and ask for police. Remain on the phone until police arrive.
Crime Stoppers (all states) Report illegal activity, or provide information on unsolved crimes anywhere in Australia. You may remain anonymous.
Ph: 1800 333 000 (toll free)
Police attendance (all states) You require police assistance, but there is no immediate danger.
Report suspicious activity, theft, car accident with no serious injury.
Ph: 131 444
Emergency translation: Translation service for emergency situations only.
Ph: 1300 655 010
ACT police centres and stations
Regional Headquarters ( Winchester Police Centre)
Cnr College Street and Benjamin Way
Belconnen ACT 2617
Ph: (02) 6256 7777
Belconnen Station
Lathlain Street
Belconnen ACT 2617
Ph: (02) 6256 7777
City Station
16/18 London Circuit
Canberra City ACT 2601
Ph: (02) 6256 7777
Woden Station
Cnr Callum and Wilbow St,
Woden ACT 2606
Ph: (02) 6256 7777
Tuggeranong Station
Cnr Soward Way and Anketell Street
Greenway
Tuggeranong ACT 2900
Ph: (02) 6256 7777
Gungahlin Joint Emergency Service Centre:
Cnr Gozzard Street and Anthony Rolfe Street
Gungahlin ACT 2912
Ph: (02) 62417755
Specialist support for victims of crime
Victim Services Scheme 1800 822 272
Canberra Rape Crisis Service 02 6247 2525
Child Abuse Prevention Service 1800 688 009
Domestic Violence Crisis Service 02 6280 0900
Centre for Road Trauma Support 02 6292 6847
24 hour support services
Lifeline/Youth line 131 114
Kids Helpline 1800 551 800
Counselling and support services
Relationships Australia 02 6122 7100
Canberra Mediation Service 02 6122 7130
Family Court Counsellors 02 6267 0620
FACES (for adolescents and their families) 02 6162 6100
Legal advice & criminal justice agencies
Legal Aid Office (ACT) 02 6243 3411
Protection Order Section 02 6217 4299
ACT Magistrates Court 02 6217 4444
ACT Supreme Court 02 6267 2707
Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions…………………… 02 6247 3800
ACT Corrective Services 02 6207 0888
Sentence Administration Board 02 6207 0744
ACT Victims of Crime Coordinator 02 6257 8452
HOSPITALS
Canberra Hospital
Yamba Drive
Garran ACT 2605
Ph: 02 6244 2222
Calvary Hospital
Mary Potter Circuit
Cnr Belconnen Way and Hayden Drive Bruce ACT 2617
Tel: 02 6201 6111
Health First
ACT residents in need of medical advice can call (02) 6207 7777 to speak with a registered nurse, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
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