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In Victoria, you can have two types of abortion: surgical and medication. Both types are safe and reliable. You can have a medication abortion up to nine weeks of pregnancy. You can have a surgical abortion from around six weeks of pregnancy onwards.

This page shows you where to find translated information about the different methods of contraception (how to prevent getting pregnant) available in Australia

Hormonal contraception is available as injections that slowly release hormones into the body over time.

The vaginal ring works in a similar way to the combined oral contraceptive pill to prevent pregnancy.

You can become fertile again very soon after a surgical or medical abortion, so it's important to start using contraception immediately if you wish to prevent any unwanted pregnancies.

The 2 types of oral contraception available in Australia are the combined pill, known as 'the pill', and the progestogen only pill.

Hormonal contraception is available as implants that slowly release hormones into the body over time.

The 2 types of oral contraception available in Australia are the combined pill, known as 'the pill', and the progestogen only (mini) pill.

Having a vasectomy does not affect a person's ability to produce sex hormones, enjoy sex or reach orgasm.

Sterilisation is a permanent method of contraception.