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Domestic violence surge sparks major funding boost

Family and domestic violence is rising in Queensland where the state government is directing millions of extra dollars towards frontline response and support.

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PM wants end to domestic violence but funding queried

Anthony Albanese says the rising rate of domestic violence is alarming, as a report found alcohol, gambling and pornography are some of its biggest drivers.

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‘Seeing her hurt was more than I could bear’: the family pets left in limbo amid Australia’s domestic violence crisis

Emergency accommodation helps those fleeing violence – but few will accept animals

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Businessman pleads guilty to domestic assault

A high-flying Sydney businessman has pleaded guilty to a domestic violence assault but has had allegations of choking a woman withdrawn.

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Yes, 31 women have been killed this year. But more FV victims die another way

Experts say there is an "inherently preventable" cause of deaths in family violence.

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Animal cruelty link to 'high-level' domestic violence

A lawyer who prosecutes animal cruelty offences is probing a link to domestic violence offences, as inspectors investigate increasingly severe cases.

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Domestic violence experts criticise Victorian GP who asked whether family court is ‘dangerously goading fathers’

Dr Julian Fidge defends social media post after toddler killed, stating ‘question clearly inquires about what could be driving this rage, not responsibility for act’

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Woman, 65, charged with attempting to murder husband refused bail

Linda Bagnall did not come up from the courthouse cells on Monday.

Newcastle Herald

'Sick' system ignores mothers who protect their children, DV workers say

Canberra's most vulnerable abuse victims are forgotten, arrested or homeless.

The Canberra Times

‘It was like a lifeline’: the money clinics helping women escape financial abuse

A ‘sneaky’ form of coercive control, financial abuse can be difficult to identify early. A small network of counsellors is helping victims navigate the complex terrain

The Guardian - AU

Domestic violence victim feels 'judged' after assault left scars

She was strangled unconscious and punched by her partner.

The Canberra Times

Domestic Violence 'Broke Me,' Says Ex-partner Of Rapper 'Diddy'

Singer Casandra Ventura said Thursday -- in her first comments since video emerged of her being beaten by rap mogul and former partner Sean "Diddy" Combs -- that domestic violence "broke" her.

International Business Times

Cassie Ventura’s Statement After *That* Diddy Video Is A Solemn Reminder To Believe Survivors

“It takes a lot of heart to tell the truth about a situation that you were powerless in.”

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Frontline funding boost for family violence victims

Services helping women and children experiencing domestic violence are set for a funding boost in a bid to tackle Australia's ongoing crisis.

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'Behind closed doors' in Canberra, abusers are protected and victims shamed

Through eight years of marital abuse, Tuli only managed to call 000 once.

The Guardian - AU

NSW LGBTQ+ domestic violence centre turns to sausage sizzles to meet funding gap

Inner City Legal Centre among rising number of community organisations forced to raise money so victims don’t fall through the cracks

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Cassie Speaks Out About Assault By Ex-Boyfriend Diddy

Singer Cassie Ventura addresses domestic violence incident with Sean 'Diddy' Combs, advocating for victim support and accountability.

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Penrith centre May gets no-fault NRL ban after charges

The NRL have issued Penrith centre Taylan May with a no-fault stand down after he was charged with domestic violence offences.

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Major DV crackdown launched in high offending suburb

Police have launched a major month-long crackdown on domestic violence in one of Queensland's worst offending suburbs.

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Social workers undervalued in domestic violence crisis

As social workers are faced with increasing levels of domestic violence, a study has found they are routinely underpaid compared with their qualifications.

Newcastle Herald

What to do if you're in a violent relationship in the Hunter

A list of services that can help you.

The Guardian - AU

Queensland victims of sexual assault and domestic violence to be allowed to give pre-recorded evidence

Attorney general says the proposed laws ‘will minimise the number of times a victim-survivor has to give evidence, reducing re-traumatisation’

The Guardian - AU

‘We start the day with 60 people waiting’: the lawyers helping the ‘never-ending list’ of Australia’s DV victims

Legal Aid lawyers who work in family violence say they are swamped – and even when they help someone, they know there are many more people waiting

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Deputy Liberal Leader Sussan Ley Urges Aussie Businesses To Boycott Diddy After Attack Footage

Sussan Ley has called for Australia to boycott Sean "Diddy" Combs after footage of him assaulting his then-girlfriend was published online.

International Business Times

Australia Police Arrest 554 In Domestic Violence Crackdown

Police in Australia's most populous state announced Monday they had arrested and charged 554 domestic violence suspects in a four-day operation, as the country reckons with a series of high-profile attacks on women.

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