Service update for Christmas/New Year period

Published on December 1, 2025

Financial Rights Legal Centre’s telephone services will close during the Christmas/New Year period

Insurance Law Service: Closed from 1pm 19 December to 10am 5 January

Credit & Debt Legal Advice Line: Closed from 1pm 19 December to 10am 5 January

Mob Strong Debt Help: Closed from 4.30pm 23 December to 9.30am 5 January

National Debt Helpline: Closed from 4.30pm 24 December to 9.30am 5 January

National Debt Helpline Webchat: Closed from 8pm 19 December to 9am 5 January

Caseworker Hotline: Closed from 1pm 19 December to 9.30am 5 January

If you are in crisis and need emergency help like food, clothing, housing, check the AskIzzy website for support services.

If you are experiencing distress, 24/7 Crisis Support is available at Lifeline on 13 11 14 and at 13YARN (13 92 76) for First Nations Crisis Support.

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