News

On May 21st, Port Phillip Council passed a new proposal to consult on local law change targeting “encampments”. We are deeply concerned about the human rights impacts of this proposed change, including the lack of evidence that this new protocol will meaningfully improve perceptions of community safety.

Read Southside Justice’s formal submission to the Victorian Parliament’s inquiry into the redevelopment of Melbourne’s public housing towers.

We’re preparing to farewell Victoria Mullings following an incredible 30 year career in the CLC sector.

Southside Justice’s Sex Worker Legal Program (SWLP) has not received funding in the 2025/26 Victorian State Budget, jeopardising the future of this statewide service.

Southside Justice and First Step jointly wrote to councillors expressing our deep concern over a motion that explores fining people for sleeping rough.

Our local proximity to social services like Sacred Heart Mission’s The Women’s House reinforces the importance of place-based legal services in providing accessible and trusted support.

A Health Justice Partnership with the Maternal and Child Health Service in the City of Port Phillip highlights family violence risk in the post-partum period.

Southside Justice and Gippsland Community Legal Service will lead the integration of legal support into the Alexis – Family Violence Response Model (A-FVRM).

Our Housing Justice team is working closely with residents and community networks following news that the public housing high-rise at 259 Malvern Road, South Yarra, is set for demolition and redevelopment.  

82% of clients at Southside Justice are experiencing or at risk of family violence. Our pro bono partner, Barry Nilsson, is integral in helping us respond to growing demand for family violence and family law assistance.

We are pleased to have submitted our 2025-26 pre-budget submission for the Sex Worker Legal Program.

We recently supported Joanne to find her feet again after facing $38,000 of fines debt from an abusive ex-partner.