Amber Community

Amber Community We are a not-for-profit organisation contributing to the safety and wellbeing of road users. Sessions may be conducted face-to-face, online or by telephone.

Amber Community was founded in 1994 by a small group of people whose lives had been directly impacted by road trauma. These people understood the need for a specialist service where support could be offered to those who, like them, were suffering because of the injury or loss of a loved one on the roads. They joined with professionals working in the area to provide counselling and support. From th

is humble beginning in 1994, Amber Community has grown to offer state-wide counselling, support and education services to individuals affected by a road incident. Counselling sessions are free of charge, confidential and unlimited in number for people affected by a collision on the roads (or involving any public transport), whenever this may have occurred. You do not need a referral to access our services. Our clients include bereaved families, friends and colleagues; injured people and carers; drivers and passengers; and people who were first on scene – witnesses, citizens who offered assistance, and emergency service workers. We are not a crisis service; our office hours are between 9 am – 5 pm, Monday to Friday. If you need to speak to someone urgently, please call Lifeline on 13 11 14. Amber Community is committed to educating the community and raising public awareness about road trauma and how it affects people’s lives. We do this by positively influencing driver attitudes and behaviours with the aim of reducing crashes and the resulting trauma.

We need your help to make our roads safer! Amber Community is looking for facilitators across Victoria to lead our Road ...
18/08/2025

We need your help to make our roads safer!

Amber Community is looking for facilitators across Victoria to lead our Road Trauma Awareness Seminars.

Our education programs help people reflect on the impact of their choices on the road, and play a part in creating safer, stronger communities.

Find out more and apply here: https://ambercommunity.org.au/careers/

We are proud to welcome back Henry Carus + Associates as a long-time supporter and legal partner of Amber Community. The...
14/08/2025

We are proud to welcome back Henry Carus + Associates as a long-time supporter and legal partner of Amber Community. Their commitment to advocating for those impacted by road trauma continues to make a meaningful difference in the lives of many Victorians.

“At Henry Carus + Associates, we believe that every person affected by road trauma deserves compassion, support, and a strong voice. Renewing our partnership with Amber Community reflects our deep commitment to helping Victorians rebuild their lives—and to standing beside those who need it most.” Michael Constable, Senior Associate

Partnerships like this allow us to deliver free counselling, support, and education services across the state, as well as bring our annual Shine a Light on Road Safety campaign to life.

We’re grateful to have them on board again for the 2025/26 financial year.

Learn more: https://www.hcalawyers.com.au/

"The lived experience volunteer's story was an eye-opener. I used to think speeding only affected me, but now I realise ...
11/08/2025

"The lived experience volunteer's story was an eye-opener. I used to think speeding only affected me, but now I realise how far the ripple effect goes."
– RTAS participant

Our Road Trauma Awareness Seminars are designed for anyone seeking to enhance their understanding of the responsibilities associated with safe road use, prevent road trauma involvement, and address risky driving behaviours.

Whether you are an individual, sporting club, workplace, organisation or community group, the program can help to embed a culture of road safety in our communities.

Find out more>> http://bit.ly/45sCaDP

Everyone has different ways of dealing with the impact of a road incident. You may find it helpful to talk to someone, p...
08/08/2025

Everyone has different ways of dealing with the impact of a road incident. You may find it helpful to talk to someone, particularly if you are struggling with everyday activities, special events or anniversaries.

Our specialised counsellors will help you in a safe, nonjudgmental and confidential manner. If you need support or know someone who does, call us to book an appointment with one of our counsellors 1300 367 797.

“It’s not just the truck that’s our workplace. It’s the road we drive on, too.”Amber Community has developed a workplace...
06/08/2025

“It’s not just the truck that’s our workplace. It’s the road we drive on, too.”

Amber Community has developed a workplace educational program to assist organisations that are serious about supporting their staff in driving more responsibly and safely.

The program aims to reduce work-related motor vehicle crashes and other related incidents that impact worker safety, property damage, insurance claims, and premiums.

Find out more here>> http://bit.ly/4owuucz

Looking for information to understand how to support yourself and others after a road incident? We have a range of free ...
01/08/2025

Looking for information to understand how to support yourself and others after a road incident? We have a range of free resources available on our website>> https://ambercommunity.org.au/support/

Amber Community offers a self-referral service, meaning you do not need a referral from a professional to access our cou...
28/07/2025

Amber Community offers a self-referral service, meaning you do not need a referral from a professional to access our counselling and support services.

Learn more here>> https://bit.ly/3UvKPjE

Did you know we offer road trauma support information in multiple languages? Our 'Grief Following Road Trauma'and 'Commo...
25/07/2025

Did you know we offer road trauma support information in multiple languages? Our 'Grief Following Road Trauma'and 'Common Reactions to Road Trauma' resources are currently available in Arabic, Chinese, and Vietnamese.

We want to ensure everyone knows how to find support. Visit https://bit.ly/3tZO61h to access these resources.

There are rules for how we travel on our roads to ensure the safety of workers operating emergency, enforcement and inci...
24/07/2025

There are rules for how we travel on our roads to ensure the safety of workers operating emergency, enforcement and incident response vehicles.

From 1 July, you must safely slow to 40 km/h when passing tow trucks, breakdown support vehicles, and incident response vehicles on freeways and tollways. These vehicles join emergency services and law enforcement in the group you’re already required to slow down for.

Always check your mirrors, then gradually reduce your speed when you see flashing lights - without braking suddenly. Adjust your driving to the current road and traffic conditions to ensure your safety. To find out more, visit https://bit.ly/43Ti0lM

Let’s do all we can to keep everyone safe on our roads.

24/07/2025

Local football and netball clubs will Band Together this weekend to send a message to the community: show up for your team and slow down on the road.

This year, for the Transport Accident Commission (TAC) and AFL Victoria Road Safety Round, taking place from Thursday 24...
15/07/2025

This year, for the Transport Accident Commission (TAC) and AFL Victoria Road Safety Round, taking place from Thursday 24 July to Sunday 27 July, football and netball players across Victoria will come together for road safety.

This year’s Road Safety Round will spotlight speeding, which is a major contributor to road trauma on Victorian roads. Players will take to the field and the courts wearing blue armbands to honour lives lost on the road and serve as a reminder that we all have a responsibility to play our role.

Community members around Victoria will also be running ‘late-laps’ at local grounds around the state and banking them for the future. The initiative sends a message that there is no need to speed to get to training on time. To play your role, collect an armband from your local football and netball club, and start running.
Be the Difference. Show up for your team. Slow down on the road.

Visit https://www.tac.vic.gov.au/road-safety/band-together/band-together to find out more.

If you have been affected by the tragedy unfolding in Wantirna this afternoon, even in the smallest way, and would benef...
10/07/2025

If you have been affected by the tragedy unfolding in Wantirna this afternoon, even in the smallest way, and would benefit from speaking with someone, please don’t hesitate to book an appointment with one of Amber Community’s counsellors.

We provide free information and counselling to people impacted by a road collision, and no referral is required. Our clients include bereaved family members, friends and colleagues, injured people and their carers, drivers, families, passengers, witnesses, people first on scene and emergency service workers. 1300 367 797 | www.ambercommunity.org.au

We have some guides available here>> https://bit.ly/454fuc3 that provide additional information, support, and tools to help you and others cope after a road crash.

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Suite B, Ground Floor, Building 2, 630 Mitcham Road
Melbourne, VIC
3132

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

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Road Trauma Support Services Victoria (RTSSV) is a not-for-profit organisation contributing to the safety and wellbeing of road users. We provide counselling and support to people impacted by road trauma, and address the attitudes and behaviours of road users through education.