The Latest Breaking News from domestic violence

A Lake Macquarie man accused of repeatedly raping and assaulting a young woman, including stomping on her head and threatening her with a loaded firearm in what detectives allege is an extreme case of domestic violence has pleaded not guilty and will face a trial next year.

A man accused of a serious domestic violence assault at Kurri Kurri last year will have his charges upgraded to manslaughter and the one-punch law assault causing death, the Newcastle Herald can reveal.

Former Manchester United and Wales footballer remains on bail until next year

A judge set a new trial date of July 31 next year at a short hearing on Wednesday at Manchester Crown Court.

RYAN Giggs is to face a re-trial on domestic violence charges, a judge has ruled at a hearing on Wednesday at Manchester Crown Court.

"This is an epidemic within our society."

A vacant aged care facility on the NSW Central Coast has been put to use as a haven for older women escaping domestic and family violence or who are at risk of homelessness.

A NSW Police senior constable's employment status is being reviewed after she was charged with a string of domestic violence offences.

"It's going to make a massive impact on what we're able to provide to our clients."