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In Australia, you can find an incredible amount of health care resources, many of which are progressive and LGBT-friendly. While you'll need a prescription for contraception, the prescription process is rather straight-forward, and you may even be able to get a prescription online. As for emergency contraception, it's fully legal for all ages and no prescription is required. There is access to both PrEP and PEP, and many health centers, both large and small, provide STI/STD testing. Regarding abortions, laws vary from province to province. For example, in Victoria, you can get an abortion for up to 24 weeks of pregnancy, and if two physicians recommend it, you can even get an abortion after that time. However, this is not the case in other provinces.
In Australia, you can find an incredible amount of health care resources, many of which are progressive and LGBT-friendly. While you'll need a prescription for contraception, the prescription process is rather straight-forward, and you may even be able to get a prescription online. As for emergency contraception, it's fully legal for all ages and no prescription is required. There is access to both PrEP and PEP, and many health centers, both large and small, provide STI/STD testing. Regarding abortions, laws vary from state to state. In Sydney, which is under the law of New South Wales, abortions were decriminalized in 2019.<ref>[https://edition.cnn.com/2019/09/26/asia/abortion-australia-decriminalized-intl-hnk/ CNN: Abortion decriminalized in Sydney after Australian lawmakers overturn 119-year-old law]</ref>


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'''General Note:''' There are many types of contraceptives, including IUDs, oral contraceptives, patches, shots, and condoms, etc. If you would like to view a full list, click [https://www.plannedparenthood.org/learn/birth-control here].
'''General Note:''' There are many types of contraceptives, including IUDs, oral contraceptives, patches, and condoms, etc. If you would like to view a full list, click [https://www.plannedparenthood.org/learn/birth-control here].


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[[File:Levlen australia.jpg|300px | thumb|left|frame|'''Levlen ED birth control pills purchased in Australia''']]


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In Australia, you will need a prescription from a physician to obtain birth control. However, these consultations are pretty straight-forward and do not typically require pelvic exams. There is an incredibly wide range of contraceptives offered, from hormonal pills to injectables and IUDs, and practically every known contraceptive is available in Australia. It is estimated that 67%-70% of Australian women of fertility age (who are married or in unions) use some form of contraception,<ref>[http://www.un.org/en/development/desa/population/publications/pdf/family/trendsContraceptiveUse2015Report.pdf Trends in Contraceptive Use Worldwide, 2015]</ref> without about 24% of Australian women on oral contraceptives.
In Australia, you can purchase condoms without a prescription at pharmacies. However, you need a prescription to obtain most other forms of contraception, such as birth control pills, implants, injectables, and IUDs.<ref>[http://ocsotc.org/wp-content/uploads/worldmap/worldmap.html Global Oral Contraception Availability]</ref> <ref>[http://freethepill.org/where-on-earth/ Free the Pill: Where on Earth?]</ref> To receive a prescription, you'll typically need to schedule a consultation with a General Practitioner (GP). The consultations are are pretty straight-forward and don't usually require pelvic exams. There is an incredibly wide range of contraceptives offered, though it should be noted that contraceptive patches are not available in Australia, as of February 2019. It is estimated that 67%-70% of Australian women of fertility age (who are married or in unions) use some form of contraception,<ref>[http://www.un.org/en/development/desa/population/publications/pdf/family/trendsContraceptiveUse2015Report.pdf Trends in Contraceptive Use Worldwide, 2015]</ref> without about 24% of Australian women on oral contraceptives.


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* You can receive '''contraceptive counseling''' at [https://www.mariestopes.org.au/ Marie Stopes Australia]. These are appointments where patients discuss their health issues and concerns to help determine which contraceptive method is best for them. You can also check out the [https://www.contraception.org.au/ Contraception website], which lets you know what options are available in Australia.
* If you want '''condoms''', they're easy to purchase at supermarkets, chemists/pharmacies, convenience stores and petrol stations. If you're looking for free condoms, check out the [https://endinghiv.org.au/stay-safe/find-free-condoms/ Ending HIV website], which shows free condom distributors across Australia. Some condom distributors include [https://www.hydeparkmc.com.au/ Hyde Park Medical Center] and [https://www.tspc.com.au/ Taylor Square Private Clinic] (in Surry Hills). If you're under 25, you can obtain free condoms and lube through the [https://www.fpnsw.org.au/media-news/news-events/health-promotion-projects/condom-credit-card-project NSW Condom Credit Card (CCC)] program. There's also [http://www.redaware.org.au/sexual-health-information/ Red Aware]: "If you live in Australia, you can receive a free safe sex kit with condoms tin, and awesome safe sex ... Would you like to sign up to receive a free RedAware safe sex kit?"
* If you want '''condoms''', they're easy to purchase at supermarkets, chemists/pharmacies, convenience stores and petrol stations. If you're looking for free condoms, check out the [https://endinghiv.org.au/stay-safe/find-free-condoms/ Ending HIV website], which shows free condom distributors across Australia. Some condom distributors include [https://www.hydeparkmc.com.au/ Hyde Park Medical Center] and [https://www.tspc.com.au/ Taylor Square Private Clinic] (in Surry Hills). If you're under 25, you can obtain free condoms and lube through the [https://www.fpnsw.org.au/media-news/news-events/health-promotion-projects/condom-credit-card-project NSW Condom Credit Card (CCC)] program. There's also [http://www.redaware.org.au/sexual-health-information/ Red Aware]: "If you live in Australia, you can receive a free safe sex kit with condoms tin, and awesome safe sex ... Would you like to sign up to receive a free RedAware safe sex kit?"
* If you're interested in '''birth control pills''', you will need to consult with a physicians for a prescription. You can consult with a women's clinic, such as [http://www.cbdwomenshealth.com.au/ CBD Women's Health], or an NGO, like [https://www.mariestopes.org.au/ Marie Stopes Australia], to obtain your prescription. Once you have a prescription, you'll find a wide variety of birth control pills available in Australia with over 30 brands registered in Australia.<ref>[http://contraceptive.ippf.org/search?search.searchtext=&search.component=&search.countrycode=AU IPFF Australia]</ref>  
* If you're interested in '''birth control pills''', you will need to consult with a physicians for a prescription. You can consult with a women's clinic, such as [http://www.cbdwomenshealth.com.au/ CBD Women's Health], or an NGO, like [https://www.mariestopes.org.au/ Marie Stopes Australia], to obtain your prescription. Once you have a prescription, you'll find a wide variety of birth control pills available in Australia with over 30 brands registered in Australia.<ref>[http://contraceptive.ippf.org/search?search.searchtext=&search.component=&search.countrycode=AU IPFF Australia]</ref>  
* As for '''IUDs''', you can get them from ob/gyns. One female traveler wrote about the Mirena that they got in Australia: "It lasts up to 5 years, needs to be fitted by an OBGYN (some charge to put it in, some don't), costs about $40 to buy the IUD if you have a Medicare card and about $245 if you don't."
*As for '''IUDs''', you can get them at various clinics and health care facilities, such as [https://www.mariestopes.org.au/ Marie Stopes Australia].  
** One female traveler wrote about the Mirena that they got in Australia: "It lasts up to 5 years, needs to be fitted by an OBGYN (some charge to put it in, some don't), costs about $40 to buy the IUD if you have a Medicare card and about $245 if you don't."
** Tip from Marie Stopes Australia Staff: "Many people are inclined to get their IUD with their GP, however we strongly recommend that they do with a proceduralist, like Marie Stopes Australia. Many GPs haven’t performed an insertion at all, or don’t perform them regularly and this makes the risk of perforation or other side effects much higher. A proceduralist, like Marie Stopes or Family Planning are people who specialise in doing the insertion and removal of contraception and might perform it up to 10 times a day, so they are going to be much more skilled at minimising pain and the risk of side effects."
* If you want a '''contraceptive implant''', you can find Implanon in Australia.<ref>[http://contraceptive.ippf.org/search?search.searchtext=&search.component=&search.countrycode=AU IPFF Australia]</ref>
* If you want a '''contraceptive implant''', you can find Implanon in Australia.<ref>[http://contraceptive.ippf.org/search?search.searchtext=&search.component=&search.countrycode=AU IPFF Australia]</ref>
* If you want a '''contraceptive shot/injectable''', you can find Depo-Provera and Depo-Ralovera in Australia.<ref>[http://contraceptive.ippf.org/search?search.searchtext=&search.component=&search.countrycode=AU IPFF Australia]</ref>
* If you want a '''contraceptive shot/injectable''', you can find Depo-Provera and Depo-Ralovera in Australia.<ref>[http://contraceptive.ippf.org/search?search.searchtext=&search.component=&search.countrycode=AU IPFF Australia]</ref>
* The '''contraceptive patch''' is not available in Australia, as of February 2019.


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* For '''birth control pills,''' you'll pay $3-6 for a month supply.
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* For '''birth control pills,''' you may pay $3-6 for a month supply, if you’re eligible for a Medicare card. It's common to pay for a 4-month supply upfront.
* For '''condoms''', if you're a young person, you should look into the Condom Credit Card, which is "a friendly, confidential way for young people to get FREE condoms! Simply go to a Family Planning NSW clinic or a service that displays the CCCard posters and ask for your own CCCard. Then you can to receive free condoms every time you present your CCCard at a registered provider." For more information about the Condom Credit Card, visit the [https://www.fpnsw.org.au/media-news/news-events/health-promotion-projects/condom-credit-card-project NSW website] or the [http://www.bettertoknow.org.au/AMS Aboriginal Medical Services website].
* For '''condoms''', if you're a young person, you should look into the Condom Credit Card, which is "a friendly, confidential way for young people to get FREE condoms! Simply go to a Family Planning NSW clinic or a service that displays the CCCard posters and ask for your own CCCard. Then you can to receive free condoms every time you present your CCCard at a registered provider." For more information about the Condom Credit Card, visit the [https://www.fpnsw.org.au/media-news/news-events/health-promotion-projects/condom-credit-card-project NSW website] or the [http://www.bettertoknow.org.au/AMS Aboriginal Medical Services website].
* For an '''IUD''', costs will vary, depending on whether your health coverage. If you're not covered, you can expect to pay around $100 for the insertion procedure, plus the additional cost of the IUD device (which is around $200 without sedation and around $450 with sedation), at [https://www.mariestopes.org.au/ Marie Stopes Australia], as of November 2018.
* For an '''IUD''', costs will vary, depending on whether your health coverage. If you're not covered, you can expect to pay around $100 for the insertion procedure, plus the additional cost of the IUD device (which is around $200 without sedation and around $450 with sedation), at [https://www.mariestopes.org.au/ Marie Stopes Australia], as of November 2018.
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Emergency contraception is legal and obtainable without a prescription. There are no age restrictions and anyone, no matter their sex, can buy them. EC brands like Plan B or Next Choice can be found in public sector clinics, pharmacies and emergency rooms. The law requires that pharmacists supply EC for therapeutic reasons. This means that, if a pharmacists wants to confirm therapeutic need, he or she may ask questions about your medical history, medical issues and any medications that you're currently taking before issuing EC.  
Emergency contraceptive pills are legal and obtainable without a prescription. There are no age restrictions and anyone, no matter their sex, can buy them. EC pills can be found in public sector clinics, pharmacies and emergency rooms. The law requires that pharmacists supply EC for therapeutic reasons. This means that, if a pharmacists wants to confirm therapeutic need, he or she may ask questions about your medical history, medical issues and any medications that you're currently taking before issuing EC.  


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EC should cost between 20-50 AUSD.
* It should cost around 15-45 AUD to purchase the emergency contraceptive pill, as of 2018.<ref>[https://www.mariestopes.org.au/contraception/emergency-contraception/ Morning after pill cost]</ref>


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* [http://www.ahmf.com.au Australian Herpes Management Forum]
* [http://www.ahmf.com.au Australian Herpes Management Forum]
* [https://www.afao.org.au/ Australian Federation of AIDS Organisations]
* [https://www.afao.org.au/ Australian Federation of AIDS Organisations]: "AFAO is the national federation for the HIV community response. We provide leadership, coordination and support to Australia’s policy and advocacy response to HIV."
* [http://napwha.org.au/ National Association of People Living with HIV Australia]
* [http://napwha.org.au/ National Association of People Living with HIV Australia]
* [http://www.sti.guidelines.org.au/sexually-transmissible-infections/syphilis Australian Management Guidelines of Syphilis]
* [http://www.sti.guidelines.org.au/sexually-transmissible-infections/syphilis Australian Management Guidelines of Syphilis]
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* For yeast infections, you should be able to buy Canesten in Australia pharmacies or online at [http://www.chemistwarehouse.com.au/Shop-Online/1402/Thrush-Treatments Chemist Warehouse]. Regarding the HPV vaccine, Australia is incredibly proactive and has vaccination programs in place for both girls and boys. For more info on Australia's HPV vaccination program, check out [http://www.australia.gov.au/hpv this link]. For most STI/STD medications, you will need to first visit a physician for a prescription, which you can then usually fill at hospitals or pharmacies.  
* For yeast infections, you should be able to buy Canesten in Australia pharmacies or online at [http://www.chemistwarehouse.com.au/Shop-Online/1402/Thrush-Treatments Chemist Warehouse]. Regarding the HPV vaccine, Australia is incredibly proactive and has vaccination programs in place for both girls and boys. For more info on Australia's HPV vaccination program, check out [http://www.australia.gov.au/hpv this link]. For most STI/STD medications, you will need to first visit a physician for a prescription, which you can then usually fill at hospitals or pharmacies.  
* '''Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP)''' is available, but the drugs are extremely expensive and require a medical prescription. You can order the drug online as importation is permitted under the Personal Importation Scheme Rules set by the Therapeutic Goods Administration. Only a three month supply for personal use is permitted. According to PrEPWatch: "There are three ongoing demonstration projects in Australia—VicPrEP in MSM, transgender women, heterosexual serodiscordant couples and people who received N-PEP on more than two occasions; PRELUDE in men and women at high and ongoing risk of HIV; and EPIC-NSW enrolling high-risk, mostly gay and bisexual men in New South Wales. A fourth demonstration project, PrEPX, will start later this year. The Therapeutic Goods Administration has approved daily oral Truvada for HIV prevention."<ref>[http://www.prepwatch.org/australia/ PrEP Watch: Australia]</ref>
* '''Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP)''' is available, but the drugs are extremely expensive and require a medical prescription. You can order the drug online as importation is permitted under the Personal Importation Scheme Rules set by the Therapeutic Goods Administration. Only a three month supply for personal use is permitted. According to PrEPWatch: "There are three ongoing demonstration projects in Australia—VicPrEP in MSM, transgender women, heterosexual serodiscordant couples and people who received N-PEP on more than two occasions; PRELUDE in men and women at high and ongoing risk of HIV; and EPIC-NSW enrolling high-risk, mostly gay and bisexual men in New South Wales. A fourth demonstration project, PrEPX, will start later this year. The Therapeutic Goods Administration has approved daily oral Truvada for HIV prevention."<ref>[http://www.prepwatch.org/australia/ PrEP Watch: Australia]</ref>
* You can be assessed for '''Post Exposure Prophylaxis (PEP)''' at sexual health clinics, doctors (including some general practitioners) who specialise in HIV/AIDS, and hospital accident and emergency departments (which are open 24 hours). There are sexual health (MSHC) centres, which are walk-in clinics providing testing and treatment for sexually transmissible infections. For people with a relevant visa, that have applied for permanent residency or are a visitor from a reciprocal health care agreement country, treatment is given for free, if they hold a Medicare card.  
* You can be assessed for '''Post Exposure Prophylaxis (PEP)''' at sexual health clinics, doctors (including some general practitioners) who specialise in HIV/AIDS, and hospital accident and emergency departments (which are open 24 hours). There are sexual health (MSHC) centres, which are walk-in clinics providing testing and treatment for sexually transmissible infections. For people with a relevant visa, that have applied for permanent residency or are a visitor from a reciprocal health care agreement country, treatment is given for free, if they hold a Medicare card. You can call PEP Information Line (1800 889 887) for more information.
 


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In January 2019, the federal government officially abolished the GST (goods and services tax) from menstrual products sales. In the past, menstrual products were considered a "luxury," so a 10% tax was added to their sales.<ref>[https://www.abc.net.au/news/2018-10-03/tampon-tax-to-go-states-and-territories-agree-to-remove-gst/10332490 Tampon tax to go, with states and territories agreeing to remove GST from sanitary products]</ref>
There have been some state initiatives to improve menstrual product access. For example, in the state of Victoria, the Victorian Women's Trust implemented paid period leave.<ref>[https://edition.cnn.com/2018/10/03/health/period-leave-australia-explainer-intl/index.html Employer's paid period leave policy in Australia stirs world debate]</ref>
'''Here are some Australian menstrual resources to check out:'''
* [https://jeanhailes.org.au/health-a-z/periods/about-the-menstrual-cycle Jean Hailes Organisation - FAQ on the menstrual cycle]
* [https://lovelibra.com/ Love Libra] - They sell menstrual products and provide educational resources
* [https://lovelibra.com/libra-girl/ Love Libra Girl] - This is a resource for teenage girls in Australia and New Zealand


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* Pads and tampons (without applicators) are very easy to find. Aside from being sold in supermarkets, pharmacies and convenience stores, you can also find them in many bathrooms.  
* Pads and tampons (without applicators) are very easy to find. Aside from being sold in supermarkets, pharmacies and convenience stores, you can also find them in many bathrooms. You can find tampons with applicators (usually cardboard), like Tampax or Kotex, in major supermarkets and shopping malls. Some other major brands in the menstrual product space are U, Libra, and Stayfree. If you're looking for environmentally-friendly menstrual products, you can also check out [https://thetomco.com/our-brands/tom-organic/ TOM Organic] or [http://cottons.com.au/ Cottons].
* You can find tampons with applicators (usually cardboard), like Tampax or Kotex, in major supermarkets and shopping malls.  
** Tip: You can get free tampon samples from [https://www.ubykotex.com.au/ U by Kotex].
* As for menstrual cups, there is one Australian distributor of DivaCup: [http://www.bartonbrands.com.au Barton Brands], Represented By: Lightning Brokers: PO Box 1218, Springwood, Qld 4127, 1-300-884-456, info@biosports.com.au. As for MoonCup, there are no distributors in Australia, it seems, so it should be bought online. As for LadyCup, there are no distributors in Australia, so it's best to buy online or purchase online from an NZ distributor, like Tweedle or Mother's Instinct.
* As for menstrual cups, there is one Australian distributor of DivaCup: [http://www.bartonbrands.com.au Barton Brands], Represented By: Lightning Brokers: PO Box 1218, Springwood, Qld 4127, 1-300-884-456, info@biosports.com.au. As for MoonCup, there are no distributors in Australia, it seems, so it should be bought online. As for LadyCup, there are no distributors in Australia, so it's best to buy online or purchase online from an NZ distributor, like Tweedle or Mother's Instinct.
* If you're experiencing menstrual problems, you can contact women's clinics, such as [https://www.clinic66.com.au/womens-health/menstrual-problems/ Clinic 66].
* If you're experiencing menstrual problems, you can contact women's clinics, such as [https://www.clinic66.com.au/womens-health/menstrual-problems/ Clinic 66].


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In the past, the Australian health care system recommended a "pap smear" every two years. However, in the last few years, the system has been completely overhauled and a "cervical screen" is now recommended, which is done every five years (if your results are clear). The cervical screen is considered more effective at finding health risks.<ref>[http://www.cancerscreening.gov.au/internet/screening/publishing.nsf/Content/the-pap-test-has-changed-more-accurate-less-often The Pap test has changed: More Accurate. Less Often.]</ref>


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* You can get a cervical screen from your General Practitioner (GP) and, if you’re eligible for a Medicare card, they’re usually bulk billed.
* [https://www.clinic66.com.au/womens-health/sti-std-screenings/ Clinic 66]: "Clinic 66 provides many gynaecological services including menopause and contraceptive counselling, infertility workup, unplanned pregnancy advice and management, incontinence management and medical treatment for common gynaecological conditions such as endometriosis and polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS)." Address: 31 Bertram St, Chatswood NSW 2067, Australia. Email: info@clinic66.com.au. Phone: (02) 9411 3411.
* [https://www.clinic66.com.au/womens-health/sti-std-screenings/ Clinic 66]: "Clinic 66 provides many gynaecological services including menopause and contraceptive counselling, infertility workup, unplanned pregnancy advice and management, incontinence management and medical treatment for common gynaecological conditions such as endometriosis and polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS)." Address: 31 Bertram St, Chatswood NSW 2067, Australia. Email: info@clinic66.com.au. Phone: (02) 9411 3411.
* [http://www.cbdwomenshealth.com.au/ CBD Women's Clinic]: "Pap results are available within a week and a referral for further tests and treatment will be offered if indicated." Address: Suite 401 - 403, Level 4, 46 Market Street, Sydney 2000. Phone: 02 9299 7777 Fax: 02 9299 9393. Email:  info@cbdwomenshealth.com.au
* [http://www.cbdwomenshealth.com.au/ CBD Women's Clinic]: "Pap results are available within a week and a referral for further tests and treatment will be offered if indicated." Address: Suite 401 - 403, Level 4, 46 Market Street, Sydney 2000. Phone: 02 9299 7777 Fax: 02 9299 9393. Email:  info@cbdwomenshealth.com.au
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* [https://www.seslhd.health.nsw.gov.au/royal-hospital-for-women/services-clinics/directory/having-a-baby Royal Hospital for Women]: "For more than a century, the Royal Hospital for Women (RHW) has provided specialist health care in partnership with women. The RHW was not only the first women’s hospital in Australia, but also the country’s first lying-in hospital and is still the only women’s hospital in New South Wales." Phone 02 9382 6111. Birthing Services : 02 9382 6100. Outpatients Booking in : 9382 6048. Online Booking. Ultrasound : 02 9382 6080.
* [http://www.cbdwomenshealth.com.au/ CBD Women's Clinic]: They provide services for early pregnancy. "Early pregnancy management and advice is available (including referral for 12 week antenatal blood testing, early pregnancy scans / nuchal scans and referral to an Antenatal Clinic or Obstetrician)." Address: Suite 401 - 403, Level 4, 46 Market Street, Sydney 2000. Phone: 02 9299 7777 Fax: 02 9299 9393. Email:  info@cbdwomenshealth.com.au
* [http://www.cbdwomenshealth.com.au/ CBD Women's Clinic]: They provide services for early pregnancy. "Early pregnancy management and advice is available (including referral for 12 week antenatal blood testing, early pregnancy scans / nuchal scans and referral to an Antenatal Clinic or Obstetrician)." Address: Suite 401 - 403, Level 4, 46 Market Street, Sydney 2000. Phone: 02 9299 7777 Fax: 02 9299 9393. Email:  info@cbdwomenshealth.com.au
* [https://www.panda.org.au/ PANDA - Perinatal Anxiety & Depression Australia]: "PANDA - Perinatal Anxiety & Depression Australia supports women, men and families across Australia affected by anxiety and depression during pregnancy and in the first year of parenthood. PANDA operates Australia’s only National Helpline (Call 1300 726 306) for individuals and their families to recover from perinatal anxiety and depression, a serious illness that affects up to one in five expecting or new mums and one in ten expecting or new dads."


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'''Important Note:''' There are two main types of abortions: medical (also known as the "abortion pill") and surgical (also known as "in-clinic"). For medical abortions, you take a pill to induce abortion. For surgical abortions, a procedure is performed to induce abortion. For general information about medical and surgical abortions, click [https://www.plannedparenthood.org/learn/abortion here].
'''Important Note:''' There are two main types of abortions: medical (also known as the "abortion pill") and surgical (also known as "in-clinic"). For medical abortions, you take a pill to induce abortion. For surgical abortions, a procedure is performed to induce abortion. For more information about medical and surgical abortions, you can visit the [https://www.mariestopes.org.au/abortion/ Marie Stopes Australia abortion page].


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In Australia, abortion laws are determined by state or territory. You can check out this [https://d3n8a8pro7vhmx.cloudfront.net/reproductivechoiceaustralia/pages/89/attachments/original/1501309922/AbortionLawSummaryWithMap_August2017.pdf?1501309922  infographic map of the laws], put together by Reproductive Choice Australia, to learn more about the laws for each state.
In Australia, abortion laws are determined by state. We have provided some information (see below) -- and for additional information, you can review this [https://www.childrenbychoice.org.au/factsandfigures/australianabortionlawandpractice summary], provided by Children by Choice.
 
In the state of New South Wales, abortion was decriminalized in 2019.<ref>[https://edition.cnn.com/2019/09/26/asia/abortion-australia-decriminalized-intl-hnk/ CNN: Abortion decriminalized in Sydney after Australian lawmakers overturn 119-year-old law]</ref>


In the state of New South Wales, abortion is technically a criminal offense. However, it is legally permitted in most scenarios, which include: when there is a medical, social, or economic reason that causes a "serious danger" to a pregnant person's life, or when negative health consequences may be felt by the pregnant person after the birth of the child. These rules are very general and broad, meaning that most people are able to find legal means of obtaining an abortion in New South Wales, even if abortion is technically not fully legal.<ref>[https://www.clinic66.com.au/pregnancy-termination-abortion/abortion-legal-australia/ Is Abortion Legal in Australia?]</ref> To learn more about abortion laws in Australia, you can visit the [[Australia]] page.
For many years before decriminalization, abortion was technically a criminal offense. However, it was legally permitted in most scenarios, which included: when there is a medical, social, or economic reason that causes a "serious danger" to a pregnant person's life, or when negative health consequences may be felt by the pregnant person after the birth of the child. These rules were very general and broad, meaning that most people were able to find legal means of obtaining an abortion in New South Wales, even if abortion was technically not fully legal.<ref>[https://www.clinic66.com.au/pregnancy-termination-abortion/abortion-legal-australia/ Is Abortion Legal in Australia?]</ref> However, with the passing of the decriminalization bill in 2019, the laws became unambiguous.
 
* To learn more about abortion laws in Australia, you can visit the [[Australia]] page.
* Information on abortion in other states and territories here: https://www.childrenbychoice.org.au/forwomen/abortion/clinicsinterstate 


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Regarding Misoprostol availabilty, Women on Waves reports that "Misoprostol is available as cytotec. We do not have any information how easy it is to get in a phamacy.  In 2012, mifepristone and misoprostol were approved for use in termination of pregnancy by our Therapeutic Goods Administration (http://www.tga.gov.au/hp/information-medicines-mifepristone-gymiso.htm). They are only available through medical practitioners, and cannot be purchased over the counter in pharmacies without a prescription. In practice, access will be difficult for women who don’t live geographically near a clinic or practitioner who provides this service (a similar problem for surgical abortion in Australia)."<ref>[https://www.womenonwaves.org/en/page/4970/australia--organizations-and-clinics Australia: Organizations and clinics, Women on Waves]</ref>
* Abortion has been recently decriminalized in new South Wales (as of September 2019), so this page will need be updated with resources. If you know of any legal, safe, and trusted providers, please add them here!
* (older information) Regarding Misoprostol availabilty, Women on Waves reports that "Misoprostol is available as cytotec. We do not have any information how easy it is to get in a phamacy.  In 2012, mifepristone and misoprostol were approved for use in termination of pregnancy by our Therapeutic Goods Administration (http://www.tga.gov.au/hp/information-medicines-mifepristone-gymiso.htm). They are only available through medical practitioners, and cannot be purchased over the counter in pharmacies without a prescription. In practice, access will be difficult for women who don’t live geographically near a clinic or practitioner who provides this service (a similar problem for surgical abortion in Australia)."<ref>[https://www.womenonwaves.org/en/page/4970/australia--organizations-and-clinics Australia: Organizations and clinics, Women on Waves]</ref>


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Abortion facilities are also protected. It is illegal to protect within 150 meters of an abortion service.<ref>[http://childrenbychoice.org.au/factsandfigures/australianabortionlawandpractice Australian Abortion Law and Practice]</ref>
In some states, abortion facilities are protected. In these cases, it is illegal to protest within 150 meters of an abortion service.<ref>[http://childrenbychoice.org.au/factsandfigures/australianabortionlawandpractice Australian Abortion Law and Practice]</ref> However, this does not apply to all states.


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* [https://www.clinic66.com.au/womens-health/sti-std-screenings/ Clinic 66]: Our aim at Clinic 66 is to support the woman in her choice, give her the best care possible and support her to make decisions including those about future contraception. Termination of pregnancy can be medical (using tablets) or surgical (brief surgical procedure and a light anaesthetic.. Surgical termination of pregnancy is undertaken on a procedural day at our day surgery facility in Chatswood, on a Tuesday, Thursday, Friday or Saturday. For women with later pregnancies, up to 20 weeks, you will need to discuss with us first, before making an appointment." Address: 31 Bertram St, Chatswood NSW 2067, Australia. Email: info@clinic66.com.au. Phone: (02) 9411 3411.
* [https://www.clinic66.com.au/womens-health/sti-std-screenings/ Clinic 66]: Our aim at Clinic 66 is to support the woman in her choice, give her the best care possible and support her to make decisions including those about future contraception. Termination of pregnancy can be medical (using tablets) or surgical (brief surgical procedure and a light anaesthetic.. Surgical termination of pregnancy is undertaken on a procedural day at our day surgery facility in Chatswood, on a Tuesday, Thursday, Friday or Saturday. For women with later pregnancies, up to 20 weeks, you will need to discuss with us first, before making an appointment." Address: 31 Bertram St, Chatswood NSW 2067, Australia. Email: info@clinic66.com.au. Phone: (02) 9411 3411.


 
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* Misoprostol is available as Cytotec along with Mifepristone. Women can get access to a medical abortion through a phone service telephone number: 1800 180 880.  
* Misoprostol is available as Cytotec along with Mifepristone. Women can get access to a medical abortion through a phone service telephone number: 1800 180 880.  
* [http://www.mshealth.com.au/ MS Health]: Has the abortion pill. "MS Health is a not-for-profit pharmaceutical company established to deliver vital reproductive health products and medicines. We are proud  to be part of Marie Stopes International, delivering a global mission of children by choice, not chance."
* Please note that General Practitioners can provide medical terminations in primary care practices and community health centres, however often don't want to advertise this for fear of anti-choice picketers or other activities. Check with the Family Planning organisation in the state or territory you are in to find your closest provider.


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Visit the city pages for recommended hospitals and clinics.
* Please note that General Practitioners can provide medical terminations in primary care practices and community health centres, however often don't want to advertise this for fear of anti-choice picketers or other activities. Check with the Family Planning organisation in the state or territory you are in to find your closest provider.
 
* [https://www.mariestopes.org.au/ Marie Stopes Australia]: "At Marie Stopes we provide surgical abortion, medical abortion, vasectomy, contraception (and Tubal Ligation in Western Australia only) and counselling. Our prices can be found [https://www.mariestopes.org.au/bookings/prices/ here], but they do vary a little by state. All of our services also come with access to a 24/7 aftercare line in case of complications... We offer both medical and surgical terminations, including medical abortion via telephone (telehealth). We also offer [https://www.mariestopes.org.au/your-choices/decision-based-abortion-counselling/ decision based counselling] for patients who are unsure if an abortion is right for them, as well as post abortion counselling for any patients who request it." "No referral required, except in Western Australia where it is a requirement to access abortion services." Call our national support centre on 1300 207 382 or enquire online. Callers outside Australia: +61 3 9658 7470. If you’ve had a procedure and have any concerns, please call our [https://www.mariestopes.org.au/support-services/24-hour-aftercare/ 24-hour aftercare service]. To earn about clinic locations in Sydney, click [https://www.mariestopes.org.au/bookings/locations/#sydney here].
Queensland based organisation, Children by Choice, maintains a list of larger providers on their website. 
* Queensland based organisation, [https://www.childrenbychoice.org.au/ Children by Choice], maintains a list of larger providers on their website: Queensland services [https://www.childrenbychoice.org.au/forwomen/abortion/clinicsqld here]; Other states and territories [https://www.childrenbychoice.org.au/forwomen/abortion/clinicsinterstate here]
Queensland services here: https://www.childrenbychoice.org.au/forwomen/abortion/clinicsqld  
Other states and territories here: https://www.childrenbychoice.org.au/forwomen/abortion/clinicsinterstate
 
Please note that General Practitioners can provide medical terminations in primary care practices and community health centres, however often don't want to advertise this for fear of anti-choice picketers or other activities. Check with the Family Planning organisation in the state or territory you are in to find your closest provider.


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* If you're in immediate danger, dial 000
* If you're in immediate danger, dial 000
* 1800 RESPECT or 1800 737 732: The National Sexual Assault, Family & Domestic Violence Counselling Line is a free telephone and online confidential service for any Australian experiencing or who has experienced domestic or family violence and/or sexual assault. It is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.  
* 1800 RESPECT or 1800 737 732: The National Sexual Assault, Family & Domestic Violence Counselling Line is a free telephone and online confidential service for any Australian experiencing or who has experienced domestic or family violence and/or sexual assault. It is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.  
* 13 11 14: "Lifeline has a national number who can help put you in contact with a crisis service in your State. Anyone across Australia experiencing a personal crisis or thinking about suicide can call 13 11 14."
* Suicide Call Back Service: Call 1300 659 467. For ages 15+. Provides immediate telephone counseling and support in a crisis. Available 24/7.
* Aboriginal Family Domestic Violence Hotline: 1800 019 123
* [http://www.wdvcs.org.au/ Women’s Domestic Violence Crisis Service]: 1800 015 188 or 03 9322 3555
* [http://www.wdvcs.org.au/ Women’s Domestic Violence Crisis Service]: 1800 015 188 or 03 9322 3555
* [https://www.beyondblue.org.au/ beyondblue]: Call 1300 22 4636 or chat online. "3 million Australians are living with anxiety or depression. beyondblue provides information and support to help everyone in Australia achieve their best possible mental health, whatever their age and wherever they live."


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* [http://www.health.gov.au/ The Department of Health - Australia]
* [http://www.health.gov.au/ The Department of Health - Australia]
* 24 hour hotline that connects you with nurses & provides health advice for all Victorians: Call 1300 60 60 24
* [http://familyplanningallianceaustralia.org.au/ Family Planning Alliance Australia]: "Family Planning Alliance Australia is the nation's peak body in reproductive and sexual health. It promotes advances in public health through policy insight and advocacy and represents leading health and education agencies across Australia." Email: secretariat@familyplanningallianceaustralia.org.au
* Melbourne Sexual Health Centre Tel. (03) 9341 6200 or 1800 032 017 or TTY (for the hearing impaired) (03) 9347 8619
* [http://www.arha.org.au/ Australian Reproductive Health Assocation]: "ARHA gives precedence to supplying fundamental reproductive health services to pregnant girls, young people, and difficult-to-reach populations, including those. Linking reproductive health services to AIDS and HIV prevention, care and treatment is increasingly being viewed as an essential strategy to enlarging accessibility to both forms of care." Phone: +61 2 9411 1466. Email: stewart@arha.org.au
* [http://www.fpv.org.au/courses/sexuality-support-services-for-lgbti-youth-in-a-group-setting YAK]: "At our youth Action Centre, we run YAK, a social support group for same-sex attracted young people. Some group members identify as gay, lesbian, bisexual or queer and some are unsure of their sexual identity or don't want to label themselves."
* [http://www.reproductivechoiceaustralia.org.au/ Reproductive Choice Australia]: "Reproductive Choice Australia is a coalition of organisations and individuals who are interested in ensuring that women’s reproductive rights are protected and enhanced in Australia."
* Victorian AIDS Council/Gay Men's Health Centre Tel. (03) 9865 6700 or 1800 134 840
* [https://www.waac.org.au/ Women's Abortion Action Campaign (WAAC)]: "Women’s Abortion Action Campaign (WAAC), formed in 1972 by the Women’s Liberation Movement, began as a national campaign in Adelaide, Brisbane, Melbourne, Canberra and Sydney... WAAC also works actively with abortion rights groups throughout Australia and internationally." Email: contact_waac@yahoo.com.au
* Education and Resource Centre, Alfred Health Tel. (03) 9076 6993
* [http://www.womenaustralia.info/index.html The Australian Women's Register]: "The Australian Women's Register is a rich and growing source of information about Australian women and their organisations. It contains 6826 entries with references to 4189 archival resources, 8461 published resources and 1248 digital resources."
* The Centre Clinic, St Kilda Tel. (03) 9525 5866
* [https://www.equalityrightsalliance.org.au/ Equality Rights Alliance]: "Equality Rights Alliance is Australia’s largest network advocating for women’s equality, women’s leadership and recognition of women’s diversity. We bring together 61 organisations with an interest in advancing women’s equality." Phone: 02 6175 9988. Email: era.admin@ywca.org.au
* Family Planning Victoria Tel. (03) 9257 0100 or 1800 013 952
* [https://awgsa.org.au/ The Australian Women’s and Gender Studies Association (AWGSA)]: "The Australian Women’s and Gender Studies Association (AWGSA) is the peak body representing researchers, academics and students of Women’s Studies and Gender Studies in Australia."
* Action Centre (for young people 25 years and under) Tel. (03) 9660 4700 or 1800 013 952
* [http://www.auswhn.org.au/ The Australian Women’s History Network]: "The Australian Women’s History Network promotes research and writing in all fields of women’s history.  It brings together scholars, students and others working in women’s history to exchange ideas, information, support and resources."
* PEP Information Line Tel. 1800 889 887
* [http://www.sydneyfeminists.org/ Sydney Feminists]: "We are a group of passionate women and men working towards social change through education. We use workshops, documentary films and social media to educate the public about the numerous ways women are still discriminated against in Western society and around the world."
* Ballarat Sexual Health Clinic Tel. (03) 5338 4500
* [https://lgbtihealth.org.au/ The National LGBTI Health Alliance]: "The National LGBTI Health Alliance is the national peak health organisation in Australia for organisations and individuals that provide health-related programs, services and research focused on lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and intersex people (LGBTI) and other sexuality, gender, and bodily diverse people and communities."
* Bendigo Community Health Tel. (03) 5434 4330
* [http://www.blackrainbow.org.au/ Black Rainbow]: "Black Rainbow is Australia’s first and only National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Queer, Trans* and Intersex (LGBQTI) Suicide Prevention National Advocacy Platform and National Touchpoint. We support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander LGBQTI people who are homeless, leaving domestic violence relationships or the justice system. We are 100% Indigenous owned and operated."
* Geelong Sexual Health Tel. (03) 5202 9333
* [http://www.genderqueer.org.au/ Genderqueer Australia]: "Genderqueer Australia is social and peer support for who identifies gender-questioning or genderqueer. Get in contact at contact@genderqueer.org.au."
* Wodonga Clinic 35 Tel. (02) 6022 8888
* [https://www.ceh.org.au/multicultural-sexual-health-network/ Multicultural Sexual Health Network]: "MSHN brings together people working across sectors to share information, enhance service coordination and explore ways to improve sexual health for people from refugee and migrant backgrounds."
* Traralgon AIDS/STD Clinic Tel. (03) 5173 8111
* [http://www.scarletalliance.org.au/ Scarlet Alliance]: "Scarlet Alliance, Australian Sex Workers Association is the national peak sex worker organisation in Australia."
* Warrnambool Community Health Care – Sexual Health Tel. (03) 5563 1666


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