Getting help

Triple Zero (000)—police, fire or ambulance services

In an emergency, call Triple Zero (000) for police, fire or ambulance services. Call Triple Zero only in serious or life-threatening situations.

Flood and storm assistance

Call the State Emergency Service (SES) on 13 25 00 for help with flood or storm damage.

Emergency services

Ambulance

Fire and emergency

Police

* 'Non-urgent incidents' include:

  • wilful property damage
  • stealing offences
  • break-and-enters
  • stolen vehicles
  • lost property.

Emergency Rescue

Other contacts

Utilities

National Security Hotline—1800 123 400

Poisons Information Centre—13 11 26

Crisis and support hotlines (crisis care, Lifeline)

When to call Triple Zero

Triple zero

Call Triple Zero (000) if:

  • someone is seriously injured or in need of urgent medical help
  • your life or property is being threatened
  • you have just witnessed a serious accident or crime.

To report non-urgent incidents, call Policelink 13 14 44.