Womens Domestic Violence Court Advocacy Service
Our scheme offers support and information to women experiencing domestic violence by:
- Providing information about how to apply for an Apprehended Domestic Violence Order (ADVO)
- Providing information about Local Court procedures and the ADVO process
- Providing assistance and information to tailor an ADVO that meets your individual needs
- Providing support to women and children who have applied for an ADVO
- Making appropriate referrals to other agencies
Workers from our service attend court on designated ADVO list days at
Ballina - Byron Bay - Casino - Kyogle - Lismore- Mullumbimby - Murwillumbah - Tweed Heads
How to Contact Us
Our office hours are 9am to 4pm Monday to Friday.
Call - 1300 720 606
If you get or voice mail please leave a message.
Call
- Tweed Shire worker on 07 5536 7611 or 02 6672 8496
- Byron Shire worker on 02 6684 4655
- Lismore, Ballina, Kyogle, Casino workers on 02 6621 1044.
If you are attending court for an ADVO matter, we encourage you to contact us prior to your court date so that we know to expect you.
Please arrive at court by 9.15am and bring your ADVO papers with you. Court staff can direct you to the service.
