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Jacob Shteyman

Support wait times reduced for women escaping violence

Wait times for government financial support have been reduced for women fleeing domestic violence. (Dan Peled/AAP PHOTOS) (AAP)

Women fleeing domestic violence are accessing government payments faster after a massive backlog in a financial assistance program was eased.

Victim-survivors of domestic violence are eligible for a $5000 assistance package aimed at reducing financial barriers after leaving a violent relationship.

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