The Latest Breaking News from domestic violence

New orders will aim to control serious domestic violence abusers as penalties increase for people who persistently and intentionally breach court orders.

The safeguarding minister warned legislation to tackle violence against women and girls won’t be impactful unless there are sweeping changes at a grassroots level

Judge Tarnofsky remanded Sean Combs due to concerns over crime nature and risks involved. The decision highlights the gravity of the situation and the need...

Hotel surveillance video involving Sean “Diddy” Combs and Casandra Ventura sparks discussions on domestic violence and accountability.

Health care is a defining issue in the 2024 election – Democratic presidential nominee Kamala Harris and Republican contender Donald Trump have starkly different records on the issue. Rather than focusing on what they promise to do, let’s examine what their past actions reveal about their approaches to Medicare, the…

The Independent has partnered with Refuge to build a safe, secure home for women fleeing abuse through the Brick by Brick campaign

Startling research by the Australian Institute of Criminology has revealed the prevalence of the domestic and family violence crisis across NSW.

At least three decades of research on the intersection of substance use with domestic and family violence consistently shows the frequency, severity and impact of violence increases in the context of the perpetrator using alcohol and other drugs.

It's another example of technology being exploited for abuse.