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Will Murray

Women fleeing violence living on the streets, returning to abusers as shelters turn them away

Hobart Women's Shelter has only been able to accommodate 161women. (ABC News: Maren Preuss)

When fleeing a violent home, women and children need access to a secure place to sleep, financial support, and legal protection — and they need it quickly.

In Tasmania, surging demand means those needing help are waiting months to receive it, and it's driving some people onto the streets, or back to their abuser.

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