Legal self-help

This factsheet is a resource to support international students living in Australia, created as part of the SBS Outreach project for the new SBS drama series ‘Dead Lucky’. The factsheet includes key contacts and information on housing, employment, health and...

This fact sheet answers some frequently asked questions about making a formal police complaint in NSW. You have a right to complain about any interactions with a police officer, other employees of the NSW Police Force, or the NSW Police...

Your Body, Your Choice is a multi-language resource about sexual assault. The factsheet contains important information for students who have experienced sexual assault, and includes key messages specifically tailored to international students. The resource is available in 11 different languages.  The resource...

Boarding Houses and the Law is a legal guide for people living in boarding houses in NSW. It explains the ins and outs of the Boarding Houses Act 2012 as well as other laws that can apply to boarding houses. ...

Have you or a friend experienced domestic violence? You might be feeling confused because you never thought this would happen to you.  Even if the person says they are sorry, offers you gifts, or promises to never do it again,...

Redfern Legal Centre’s International Student Clinic helps many students who have experienced issues involving sexual assault. This is a serious issue that affects all genders. About sexual assault Sexual assault can take many different forms. Have any of these things...

This factsheet answers some frequently asked questions about police powers in NSW.  A police officer may search you if they suspect on reasonable grounds that you are in possession of stolen goods; dangerous goods or weapons; or illegal drugs.  ...

Have you ever been asked to do an unpaid trial shift when you apply for a new job? Most of the time this is not legal. You should be paid for any work you do.  Have you ever been asked...

This factsheet looks at some of the main types of alternative forms of credit; what types of alternate finance are available and how to access it. Options available include alternate finance, payday loans, consumer leases and rent to buy, and...

This factsheet looks at financial counselling and other services for people in financial distress in New South Wales, Australia. Financial counselling is a community-based service that can assist you if you get into financial trouble, whatever the reason. Financial counsellors...