Victoria is Australia's most densely populated state, centred around Melbourne. Known for its arts scene, sporting events, and diverse landscapes from coastal regions to alpine areas.
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Foodbank Victoria is part of Foodbank Australia, the country's largest food relief organisation. It sources and distributes food and groceries to registered charity partners, schools and community programs. It does not usually provide food directly to individuals; people needing help can use the Find Food tool on foodbank.org.au.
Services Australia service centre in Box Hill. Staff help in person with Centrelink, Medicare, Child Support and Department of Veterans' Affairs matters, and self-service options are available. Phone numbers differ by service, so check servicesaustralia.gov.au/contact-us before calling. Many tasks can also be done online through myGov.
Victoria Police police station. In an emergency call Triple Zero (000). For non-urgent police assistance call the Police Assistance Line on 131 444.
RSPCA Victoria shelter with adoptions 7 days, a vet clinic (by appointment) and an RSPCA shop. Listed hours are for adoptions. Phone ahead before visiting, as adoption hours and animal availability can change.
VicRoads customer service centre for licence and registration transactions. Light vehicle, light trailer and taxi registration inspections are done here; heavy vehicle registrations and inspections are not. Check the VicRoads website first, as many transactions can be completed online.
Apple's own retail store in Chadstone. Shop iPhone, Mac, iPad, Apple Watch, AirPods and accessories, get technical support and repairs at the Genius Bar, and join free sessions run in store. Opening hours change around public holidays and product launches, so check the store page or book an appointment online before visiting.
Monash Medical Centre Clayton in Clayton, Melbourne has an emergency department open 24 hours, 7 days. In a life-threatening emergency, call 000. For urgent but non-life-threatening health advice, call healthdirect on 1800 022 222. Hours shown are for the emergency department; clinics and visiting hours differ.
24-hour pharmacy in Craigieburn, open around the clock seven days a week for prescriptions, over-the-counter medicines and pharmacist advice. It is a Victorian Government Supercare Pharmacy, with a registered nurse available from 6pm to 10pm for health advice and minor injuries and illness. Public holiday arrangements can vary, so call ahead if you can. In an emergency, call 000.
Apple's own retail store in Doncaster. Shop iPhone, Mac, iPad, Apple Watch, AirPods and accessories, get technical support and repairs at the Genius Bar, and join free sessions run in store. Opening hours change around public holidays and product launches, so check the store page or book an appointment online before visiting.
Headquarters of Fire Rescue Victoria (FRV). The phone number is for general enquiries. In an emergency call Triple Zero (000). Do not call the station number to report a fire.
St Vincent's Hospital Melbourne in Fitzroy, Melbourne has an emergency department open 24 hours, 7 days. In a life-threatening emergency, call 000. For urgent but non-life-threatening health advice, call healthdirect on 1800 022 222. Hours shown are for the emergency department; clinics and visiting hours differ.
Victoria Police police station. In an emergency call Triple Zero (000). For non-urgent police assistance call the Police Assistance Line on 131 444.
Austin Hospital in Heidelberg, Melbourne has an emergency department open 24 hours, 7 days. In a life-threatening emergency, call 000. For urgent but non-life-threatening health advice, call healthdirect on 1800 022 222. Hours shown are for the emergency department; clinics and visiting hours differ.
24-hour pharmacy in Keysborough (Parkmore), open around the clock seven days a week for prescriptions, over-the-counter medicines and pharmacist advice. Public holiday arrangements can vary, so call ahead if you can. In an emergency, call 000.
24-hour pharmacy in Langwarrin, open around the clock seven days a week for prescriptions, over-the-counter medicines and pharmacist advice. Public holiday arrangements can vary, so call ahead if you can. In an emergency, call 000.
The Alfred Hospital in Melbourne has an emergency department open 24 hours, 7 days. In a life-threatening emergency, call 000. For urgent but non-life-threatening health advice, call healthdirect on 1800 022 222. Hours shown are for the emergency department; clinics and visiting hours differ.
Victoria Police police station. In an emergency call Triple Zero (000). For non-urgent police assistance call the Police Assistance Line on 131 444.
City of Melbourne public library on Flinders Lane, for borrowing, study, computers and events. Entry is free. Check the library's website for public holiday hours, events and services before visiting.
Victoria's state library in the Melbourne CBD, home of the domed La Trobe Reading Room, free exhibitions, study spaces, Wi-Fi and a children's quarter. Closed New Year's Day, Good Friday, Christmas Day and Boxing Day. Entry is free. Check the library's website for public holiday hours, events and services before visiting.
H&R Block Melbourne City office. H&R Block is a national tax return and accounting brand offering individual and sole trader tax returns, with business services available by referral. Appointments can be booked online or by calling 13 23 25. Opening hours change through the year, so check the office page before visiting.
The Royal Melbourne Hospital in Parkville, Melbourne has an emergency department open 24 hours, 7 days. In a life-threatening emergency, call 000. For urgent but non-life-threatening health advice, call healthdirect on 1800 022 222. Hours shown are for the emergency department; clinics and visiting hours differ.
The Royal Children's Hospital in Parkville, Melbourne has an emergency department open 24 hours, 7 days. It is a specialist children's hospital. In a life-threatening emergency, call 000. For urgent but non-life-threatening health advice, call healthdirect on 1800 022 222. Hours shown are for the emergency department; clinics and visiting hours differ.
RSPCA Victoria shelter on the Mornington Peninsula, with walk-in adoptions 7 days. Phone ahead before visiting, as adoption hours and animal availability can change.
IKEA's Richmond store, selling furniture, homewares, kitchens, storage and lighting, with click and collect and an in-store restaurant. Check the store page for public holiday trading, events and services before visiting.
IKEA's Springvale store, selling furniture, homewares, kitchens, storage and lighting, with click and collect and an in-store restaurant. Check the store page for public holiday trading, events and services before visiting.
Victoria Police police station. In an emergency call Triple Zero (000). For non-urgent police assistance call the Police Assistance Line on 131 444.