Pacific tsunami and Indonesian earthquake assistance
Date published: 2009-10-09 15:03:44
The recent earthquake in the South Pacific Ocean which resulted in a tsunami affecting Samoa, American Samoa and Tonga and the earthquakes in Sumatra, Indonesia has had a devastating impact on the people in these countries and their families and relatives in Victoria.
People who have concerns for the welfare of family and friends should first attempt to contact them directly or call the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade’s 24-hour Consular Emergency Centre on (02) 6261 3305 or within Australia on 1300 555 135 (for the cost of a local call).
The Victorian Government is providing a range of assistance and support measures for affected individuals and communities both in Victoria and within the affected countries. To find out more about the assistance being coordinated by the Department of Human Services in Victoria refer to the details below or contact your GP, cultural or religious associations or a telephone helpline for assistance.
Personal support fact sheets are available on at the Department of Human Services website.
Department of Human Services contact information
Metropolitan offices:
- Eastern Region Office: 9843 6000
- North & West Region Office: 1300 664 977
- Southern Region Office: 9213 2111
Regional offices:
- Barwon-South West Office: 5226 4540
- Gippsland Office: 5177 2500
- Grampians Office: 5333 6669
- Hume Office: 5722 0555
- Loddon-Mallee Office: 5434 5555
Help-lines
- Lifeline: 131 114
- Beyond Blue: 1300 22 4636
- Parentline:13 22 89
- Kids Helpline: 1800 55 18
For more information, please contact:
Health and Human Services Emergency Coordination Centre
Tel: 1300 304 309
Web: http://www.dhs.vic.gov.au/emergency/emergency_management_home
Email: ecc@dhs.vic.gov.au
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