Victoria has introduced a dedicated helpline for LGBTIQA+ people experiencing homophobic abuse or violence:contentReference.
Operated by Switchboard Victoria and funded by the state government, the service offers confidential counselling, practical assistance and links to police.
Premier Jacinta Allan said the initiative reaffirms that everyone deserves to feel safe and respected, while Equality Minister Harriet Shing emphasised its role in empowering communities.
By providing a single point of contact, the helpline aims to ensure timely support and improve reporting of hate incidents.