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Andrew Brown

DV motion on prevention a 'line in the sand'

Federal parliament has backed a motion calling for immediate action on domestic violence. (Dan Peled/AAP PHOTOS)

Federal parliament has created a "line in the sand" on domestic violence by backing a motion that recognised the need for better prevention strategies, independent MP Zali Steggall says.

The House of Representatives unanimously backed a motion put forward by Ms Steggall on Thursday that acknowledged women's safety advocates had called for immediate action and urgent investment for domestic violence prevention.

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