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Contacting us over the holidays

We are operating on reduced hours over the holiday period.

Published:: Thursday 18 December 2025 at 11:13 am

You can message us online through Legal Help Chat or call 1300 792 387 between 8.30 am and 5.30 pm Monday to Friday, except for the following days:

Wednesday 24 December 8.30 am – 4.30 pm
Thursday 25 December closed
Friday 26 December closed
Wednesday 31 December 8.30 am – 4.30 pm
Thursday 1 January closed.

Thank you for your patience, as wait times may be longer than usual. You can use our online chat or search our online legal information.

Our duty lawyer services remain available during court operating hours.

Updated 19 December 2025

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