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Emergency number in Australia
POLICE · FIRE · AMBULANCE
000
112 also works from mobiles. SES 132 500 for flood and storm help.
If you or someone else is in danger in Australia, call 000. Say where you are first, then what happened.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the emergency number in Australia?
000. 112 also works from mobiles. SES 132 500 for flood and storm help.
Does 112 work in Australia?
Many mobile networks connect 112 to local emergency services, but it is not guaranteed everywhere. Use 000 first.
What should I say when I call?
Say where you are first (address or landmarks), then what happened, how many people are hurt, and stay on the line until told to hang up.
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Other countries
Andorra: 112 · Argentina: 911 · Armenia: 112 · Austria: 112 · Azerbaijan: 112 · Bangladesh: 999 · all countries
Numbers can change and may differ by region. Confirm locally when you arrive.