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Welfare Rights & Advocacy Service WA

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Welfare Rights & Advocacy Service WA

The agency is based in Perth and provides its services in a geographic catchment area within the state of Western Australia.

Welfare Rights & Advocacy Service (WA) is a not for profit community legal centre that provides independent advice, information, referral, representation and advocacy in relation to Centrelink, Family Assistance, Tenancy and Social Security prosecution matters. There is no charge for our services. Check that you are in our geographic catchment area before making contact. If you do not live in West

ern Australia find your local welfare rights advocate by visiting the Economic Justice Australia website at: http://www.ejaustralia.org.au/

Address: 98 Edward Street, Perth WA 6000
Telephone: 08 9328 1751
Email: [email protected]
Web: www.wraswa.org.au

27/05/2026

As part of Australia's community legal centre services, WRAS continues to advocate for a more just, accessible and equitable legal system for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

18/05/2026

We are proud to support Law Week 2026 and shine a light on the many barriers our community face, and the services Welfare Rights & Advocacy Service provides to the people of WA.

"We know that many people struggle to access legal help and continue to ask government to properly fund access to justice for all Western Australians," said Catherine Eagle, Principal Solicitor, Welfare Rights & Advocacy Service WA.

Our team of 5 solicitors and 3 paralegals/advocates provide independent advice, information, referral, representation and advocacy in relation to Centrelink, Family Assistance, Tenancy and Social Security prosecution matters.

28/04/2026

Come and meet the team from Welfare Rights & Advocacy Service and access independent legal advice and support regarding social security at Let’s Connect Armadale Expo.

If you have questions about Centrelink, residential tenancy disputes, or social security issues — we’re here to help.

This free community event from brings together services supporting seniors and people with disability, from health and wellbeing to housing, employment and more.

24/04/2026

We were proud to see our Solicitor Taylah Bell contributing to the final report of the Social Security for Women Outside Our City series, released by Economic Justice Australia. The report was launched earlier this month at Parliament House.

"What this report highlights...is a huge cohort of people who need to access social security payments, and who are entitled to them, but can't. These are women who are in deeper financial crisis simply because the system has not been designed to adequately deal with their circumstances," said EJA CEO Kate Allingham.

If you live in Western Australia and need help with Centrelink - contact us on (08) 9328 1751 or by email at [email protected]

To view a copy of the report, visit https://www.ejaustralia.org.au/social-security-for-women-outside-our-cities-intersectional-issues-report-3-of-3/

23/04/2026

We were proud to see our Solicitor Taylah Bell contributing to the final report of the Social Security for Women Outside Our City series, released by Economic Justice Australia. The report was launched earlier this month at Parliament House.

"What this report highlights...is a huge cohort of people who need to access social security payments, and who are entitled to them, but can't. These are women who are in deeper financial crisis simply because the system has not been designed to adequately deal with their circumstances," said EJA CEO Kate Allingham.

If you live in Western Australia and need help with Centrelink - contact us on (08) 9328 1751 or by email at [email protected]

To view a copy of the report, visit: https://www.ejaustralia.org.au/social-security-for-women-outside-our-cities-intersectional-issues-report-3-of-3/

16/04/2026

Changes to the residential tenancy bond release process are now in place WA.

These reforms are intended to reduce delays, minimise costs, and streamline the bond release process.

For many people on income support, delays or disputes over bond money can significantly impact their ability to secure new housing.

If you need advice or support with a tenancy issue, please contact WRAS.

01/04/2026

Welfare Rights & Advocacy Service will be closed over the Easter break.

Please plan ahead as we will be unavailable, with no phone or email support during this time.

26/03/2026

This month we are celebrating a very special milestone for our team – Rhea Thomas marking 10 years with Welfare Rights & Advocacy Service.

Over the past decade, Rhea has demonstrated an unwavering commitment to justice, fairness and our clients in WA who rely on our services for support and advocacy.

Her work as a Solicitor has helped countless individuals navigate our justice system, protect their rights and access the assistance they deserve.

Rhea’s professionalism, compassion and dedication embody the values that sit at the heart of our organisation. She is not only a highly respected advocate for our clients, but also a valued colleague and mentor within our team.

Congratulations on this milestone – and thank you for ten years of service to our community.

05/03/2026

To celebrate International Women's Day, we are proud to highlight the women who are part of our team at WRASWA.

In 2024–25, 60% of the clients who sought our welfare rights assistance were women (WRASWA Annual Report).

Our services help balance the scales by providing access to legal support and guidance, to better navigate the justice system.

18/12/2025

Welfare Rights and Advocacy Service will be closed for the Christmas Holidays from Monday the 22nd of December 2025 till Friday the 2nd of January 2026.

We will reopen on the 5th of January 2026 at 9:00am, Thank you!🎄

Address

98 Edward Street
Perth
6000

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 5pm
Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 5pm

Telephone

+61893281751

Website

http://www.wraswa.org.au/

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