Sex Work Laws and Support in Australia

Sex work in Australia is regulated at the state and territory level. Laws differ depending on where you live or operate. The links below provide access to legislation, regulatory bodies, and community support organisations.

Disclaimer: These links are provided for information only. We do not guarantee accuracy, completeness, or ongoing availability. Always check official sources and seek legal advice if required.

Australian Capital Territory (ACT)

• Scarlet Alliance – ACT Laws
• AIDS Action Council – Sex Worker Outreach Program
• Prostitution Act 1992 (Legislation)

New South Wales (NSW)

• Scarlet Alliance – NSW Laws
• SWOP NSW – Support and Information

Northern Territory (NT)

• Scarlet Alliance – NT Laws
• Prostitution Regulation Act (Legislation)
• NT AIDS & Hepatitis Council – SWOP NT

Queensland (QLD)

• Prostitution Licensing Authority – The Law
• Queensland Legislation – In Force
• Scarlet Alliance – QLD Laws
• Respect Inc – Support Service

South Australia (SA)

• Criminal Law Consolidation Act (Legislation)
• Scarlet Alliance – SA Laws
• SIN – Sex Industry Network

Tasmania (TAS)

• Sex Industry Offences Act 2005 (Legislation)
• Scarlet Alliance – TAS Laws

Victoria (VIC)

• Consumer Affairs Victoria – Licensing and Registration
• Sex Work Act (Legislation PDF)
• Scarlet Alliance – VIC Laws
• RhED / Sex Worker Resource
• Vixen Collective

Western Australia (WA)

• Prostitution Act (Legislation)
• Scarlet Alliance – WA Laws
• Magenta – Support Service

National Industry Support

• RhED – Sex Worker Resource | Helpline: 1800 458 752

Final Note: Laws change frequently. Always check the most current government sources before making decisions.