Welcome to AMES Australia
Who is AMES Australia?
AMES Australia is a government agency who has been helping refugees and migrants to settle into Australia for more than 70 years. We achieve this not only by working with you our clients but also with the community, business, and Government to develop sustainable and effective settlement solutions for the Victorian, South Australian & Tasmanian communities.
Trust that you are in safe hands and that we are here to support you and your families to settle in Australia.
Your Case Manager
You have been assigned a Case Manager who will contact you shortly after you arrive to your temporary accommodation. Your case manager will be able to provide advice and answers to many of your questions and support you in many ways.If you require additional food or clothing, please contact your case manager.
Mobile Phones
You will be issued with a mobile phone with a SIM card (1 per family). Please note that it might take a couple of days for the SIM card to activate.
AMES Australia Multicultural Hub (Not available in S.A.)
AMES Australia provides various client support services from the Multicultural Hub. You can attend the Hub freely to connect with AMES Australia staff and to meet with friends.
506 Elizabeth St, Melbourne VIC 3000 (opposite Victoria Market)
PH: 03 90921500
Open: Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm
(Closed on public holidays.)
Important Contacts
In Victoria
- AMES Australia after hours: Melbourne - 0429 538 085
- Translating and Interpreting Service: 131 450
- FIRE, POLICE or AMBULANCE: 000
- HSP Intake Team email: HSPIntake@ames.net.au
- Association of Ukrainians in Victoria: Details on website
In South Australia
- AMES SA After hours - 0427 142 901
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Email: AMESHSPSERVICESA@ames.net.au
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FIRE, POLICE or AMBULANCE: 000
- Association of Ukrainians in SA: bern@helpukrainiansaustralia.com.au - 0466 242 134