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By Paula Sharry-Pierce
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August 21, 2026
The move reflects our ongoing commitment to providing accessible, high-quality legal support to the people and communities we serve.
Our new Camp Street office will offer a more welcoming and accessible environment for clients, with improved facilities that support privacy, dignity and comfort. The additional space

May 27, 2026
Allied Justice position statement in response to the Prime Minister’s comments on a Royal Commission into violence against women and children
In response to the Prime Minister’s comments that a Royal Commission may not be the best use of public resources, we acknowledge the urgency of continued investment in frontline

May 12, 2026
Law Week is just around the corner, and Allied Justice is hitting the road to bring practical, easy‑to‑understand legal information directly to local communities. Across multiple towns and neighbourhoods, we’ll be hosting free information sessions designed to help people understand what a community legal centre does.

April 13, 2026
ABC News has reported growing concerns from frontline organisations about whether current funding for Ballarat’s family violence prevention response will be sufficient to meet community needs. The article highlights the state-funded Respect Ballarat “saturation model” alongside increasing reports of family violence and rising demand for support services in the region. The report shows what Allied Justice and many local services are experiencing firsthand: increased awareness is prompting more people to seek help, but systems are struggling to respond at the necessary scale. Allied Justice CEO Narelle Laing stated that the conversation needs to go beyond short-term timelines.




