Focus
domestic violence
Over $9 Million to Support Victims of Forced Marriage Across Australia
The program offers tailored support for those at risk of forced marriage, starting January 2025, with funding for health, counselling, legal aid, and emergency.
Calls for Domestic Violence Reform to Consider Property and Pet Disputes
Senate inquiry was dominated by concerns around economic abuse, property settlements, and children’s rights in family law reform.
NSW Introduces Ankle Bracelet Monitoring for DV Offenders
Deputy Premier Prue Car stated that the reforms strengthen the existing bail system.
Facts, Figures, and Potential Solutions to Lowering Crime in Queensland: Lawyer Weighs In
With numbers flying in the political fight against crime in Queensland, a legal expert says it may be a different approach entirely that would bring change.
Childcare Centres, Workplaces, and Schools to Drive NSW’s Family Violence Prevention
Relationship educators will work with schools across NSW.
$4.7 Billion Package Pledged to Combat Domestic Violence Across Australia
The federal government will fund the initiative with the states and territories.
Tracking, Monitoring Online To Be Treated the Same as In-Person Stalking in NSW
The new definition of stalking was unveiled by the NSW government on Sept. 2.
5,000 Domestic Violence Calls to Police Each Week: Assistant Minister
Australia’s domestic violence commissioner is set to table her first report on the matter.
1 in 4 Court Cases in NSW Is Related to Domestic Violence: Crime Statistics
The number of defendants with a proven domestic violence charge increased by 3 percent within five years.
IKEA Rolls out Confronting Installations to Raise Awareness About Domestic Violence
Family violence, IKEA said, is a leading cause of homelessness for women and children in Australia.
Victoria Appoints Parliamentary Secretary for ‘Men’s Behaviour Change’
The role will earn nearly $245,000 per year.
New Federal Campaign Launched to Improve Understanding of ‘Consent’
The federal government has launched a $40 million campaign to reduce sexual violence by teaching adults about consent.
More Than 550 Charged in Police Op Targeting Domestic Violence
Hundreds of alleged domestic violence offenders have been charged during a four-day police blitz in New South Wales.
Serious Domestic Violence Offenders Will Find It Harder to Get Bail Under NSW Reforms
‘These are long overdue, targeted and will help keep women and children safer.’
WA Allocates Multibillion Funding to Boost Safety, Security
A $96.4 million funding will be used to expand the family and domestic violence response team operations and create a dedicated organisation to address FDV.
Crime Report Indicates Tough Job Ahead for Queensland’s New Top Cop
Police are dealing with over 140,000 domestic violence calls for service every year—an ‘enormous challenge’ for the organisation, said Steve Gollschewski.
‘Volatile’ Relationship Before Woman’s Camp-Hut Killing
Rohen Hanson assaulted his partner, resulting in “particularly serious injuries” to her head and skull, which ultimately caused her death.
Queensland Man Murdered Wife After Having ‘A Gutful’
‘It would have been made all the more painful as she would have spent her final moments trying to comprehend what you ... had done to her.’
Domestic Homicides in England and Wales Fall to Lowest Level Since 1977
The Office of National Statistics has revealed 100 people died at the hands of their spouses or partners in England and Wales last year.
