Legal & Financial

Supreme Court Information

We can help members of the public with information about court procedures.

Supporting Young People on Bail

Supporting Young People on Bail

Young carers program

Are you under 25 and looking after a family member or friend? The Young Carer Program can link you with services and information to support you and help with the stress and worry you may experience from your caring responsibilities.

Free Legal Advice

** COVID-19 Update - Launceston Community Legal Centre (LCLC) provide legal advice by Zoom or telephone appointment on general civil legal matters, Employment Law; Family law, and Disability Discrimination as well as "Welfare Rights" throughout the COVID-19 pandemic. All Outreach has been suspended. Please ring our reception on 6334 1577 to make an appointment. **

Post-separation cooperative parenting

** COVID-19 Update - We aim to keep our services operating, as far as is practical and within government guidelines. This service is currently offered by phone or online. Weathering Family Separation group work completed with client one on one via video or phone link until further notice. For further information please call 1800 819 447 or visit our website. **

Our education program Weathering Family Separation helps separating parents reduce conflict and manage the changes in their lives.

Anti-Discrimination Training

Equal Opportunity Tasmania has a range of training available to community groups, government organisations, schools and private business. We also offer community information sessions on discrimination and related issues.

Student Assistance Scheme (STAS)

When your child goes to a Tasmanian Government school you will find that there are costs that you will need to pay. If you are eligible, there are a number of financial assistance schemes available to assist you to cover costs, such as the Student Assistance Scheme (STAS).

Zeehan Neighbourhood Centre

The Zeehan Neighbourhood Centre provides community development, for the whole community for people of all ages, race and sex, including the aged, young persons and indigenous people.

Midway Point Neighbourhood House

The Midway Point Neighbourhood House services the area surrounding Sorell. Run by the community for the community we are part of the national Neighbourhood House network.

Emergency Relief for Temporary Visa Holders

These are emergency relief payments, not income support. We can only provide one-off, limited amounts to help people with essential needs like food and medicine.

Centrelink

People currently receiving payments from Centrelink do not need to do anything to get the extra financial assistance that is being offered due to COVID 19.

Youth Allowance

Financial help if you’re 24 or younger and a student or Australian Apprentice, or 21 or younger and looking for work.