Glenelg Shire

Free English Language classes, face-to face and online options

Withdrawals, deposits, balance enquiries at participating Australia Post offices. 

Safe and inclusive space for adults and children who have been impacted by sexual assault or family violence. 

• Information and resources on renting laws and regulations, with many different language options.
• Legal and dispute support.

The department is responsible for child protection, prevention of family violence, housing, disability, LGBTIQA+ equality, veterans, and the offices for Women and Youth.

Discover Victoria's regions and what they have to offer. 

Real estate market data & demographic information, renting and buying properties. 

Help if you are homeless or at risk of homelessness or family violence. 

A range of English as an Additional Language ( EAL ) programs to support pathways to further study or employment. 

• Kindergartens
• Maternal and Child Health Services
• Playgroups

Diverse range of activities to empower girls aged 5-17

• Languages
• Dancing
• Art and Craft
• Yoga
• Meting space
• Volunteering opportunities

Work and study support for youth, online and in person. 

High quality, free careers and training advice 

A Justice of the Peace  is an authorised person who helps with official documents.

They can:

• Witness and sign legal documents.
• Certify copies of original documents as true copies.
• Witness statutory declarations and affidavits.

Kids helpline is FREE (even from a mobile) confidential online and phone counselling service for young people aged 5-25, offering support in the areas of family, friends, life issues, school, health and relationships.

Call 1800 55 1800, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year 

All you need to know about enrolling your child into a kindergarten

Funded by the Commonwealth and Victorian governments, we provide free legal information and advice to Victorians. 

The Triple Zero (000) service is the quickest way to get the right emergency service to help you. You can contact Police, Fire or Ambulance in life threatening or emergency situations.

Information, guidance and support on issues including: 

Settlement related information advice, advocacy and assistance to access mainstream services that helps migrants to plan and meet their own needs.

Visas, migration to Australia, relocation checklists, settlement support

Neighbourhood house

• Welcome to Glenelg Shire
• Local services
• Children and families
• Health
• Arts and Culture
• Discover the shire

Free professional health advice from anywhere in Victoria 24/7, Nurse on Call 1300 60 60 24

Free community weekly 5 km run/walk 

 Find a playgroup near you. 

Real Estate, renting and buying property 

Information, services and other tools for refugees, people seeking asylum and those working with and supporting them.

Our Refugee & Immigrant Health services provide dedicated support for individuals and families who are newly arrived in Australia, helping them navigate the health system, understand their wellbeing needs and settle confidently into life in the Ballarat region.

Australia's largest provider of free specialist legal assistance to people seeking asylum, refugees and disadvantaged migrants. 

Immediate support for anyone experiencing family and domestic violence.

FREE call 1800 015 188

Scouts offer fun development activities to build resilient and confident youth aged 5-25. 

• Centrelink
• Medicare
• Veterans Information Service

The Sexual Assault Crisis Line Victoria (SACL) offers a state-wide, after-hours, confidential telephone crisis counselling service for people who have experienced sexual assault in the last 2 weeks throughout Victoria. 

FREE call 1800 577 011

If in immediate danger call 000

Getting a skills assessment

Number 1 education and training provider in south-west Victoria, South West TAFE (Technical And Further Education)

The Translating and Interpreting Service (TIS National) provides language services for people with limited English proficiency and organisations that support them. 

Immediate phone interpreting service is available 24 hours a day, every day of the year by calling 131 450. The majority of TIS National services are free to non-English speakers

All travel information in one place-public transport, roads, cycling and walking

Centralised website for Victorians to find emergency information and warnings

• Prepare and get ready
• Incidents and warnings
• Relief and recovery

• Getting driving licence
• Converting interstate and overseas licences
• Vehicle registration
• Buying/selling vehicles and vessels, roadworthy certificates

• Crime prevention and safety information
• Law enforcement and legal services
• Public services and support  

Planning walks in Victoria, scenic walking routes 

Compare your energy costs with the Victorian Government's Independent comparison site. 

The Victorian Rural Women's Network is a free, supportive and inclusive group of rural and regional women who connect, share skills and empower each other. 

• Explore the region
•  Things to do
•  Short term accomodation

Information for new residents

A collaborative place-based initiative to ensure local labour markets work well for all Australians, in partne