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Sunshine Coast domestic violence victim left to sleep in car as unprecedented housing crisis continues

Unprecedented housing shortages are putting extra pressure on already struggling Sunshine Coast domestic violence services, leaving some victims to fend for themselves on the streets.

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Queensland police commissioner to front extra hearing of domestic violence inquiry

Katarina Carroll will discuss the force’s capability and culture after critics questioned why she had not been called to appear

The Guardian - AU

In the vast region of Timber Creek, domestic violence victims have few places to go

Across a massive part of the Northern Territory, the nearest women's safety shelter is hours away. Residents are turning their own homes into overnight safe houses.

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‘Watershed moment’: horror and hope from inquiry into Queensland police

Shocking allegations from officers and other witnesses must drive serious change in force’s domestic violence response, advocates say

The Guardian - AU

Is judge skeptical of Scott Peterson’s argument for a new trial?

REDWOOD CITY, Calif. — Scott Peterson’s lawyers made their final appeal in court Thursday to convince a judge that his conviction for murdering his pregnant wife, Laci, and unborn son two decades ago should be overturned because a “feisty” juror with a history of domestic violence was biased against him…

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UFC newcomer Iasmin Lucindo shares how domestic violence fueled interest in MMA

20-year-old Iasmin Lucindo has come a long way to reach her UFC debut.

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MP who assaulted wife has Plaid Cymru whip restored

Jonathan Edwards expressed ‘deep remorse’ for the hurt he caused and said he has undertaken domestic violence awareness courses.

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Homicide detectives probe potential domestic violence link in fatal Ayr house fire

Detectives investigating a fatal house fire in north Queensland say a woman who died had a domestic violence order in place against her partner.

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Rabia Siddique's husband, WA doctor Anthony Jenner Bell, charged with domestic violence

A Fremantle magistrate lifts a suppression order against St John of God doctor Anthony Jenner Bell, who is accused of assaulting his wife, human rights lawyer Rabia Siddique.

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In south Mumbai, woman (90) wins court battle, son & wife must leave flat

MUMBAI: Coming to the rescue of one of the oldest petitioners forced to knock on its doors, a sessions court has ruled in favour of a 90-year-old Tardeo woman who had accused her son and daughter-in-law of domestic violence. It upheld a magistrate court's order directing the couple, who are…

The Times of India

Queensland officers investigated colleagues from same police station over ‘failure of duty’ allegations

Over five weeks of hearings, inquiry has heard allegations of police failures toward domestic violence victims

The Guardian - AU

Calls for 'significant reforms' around Queensland police's handling of domestic violence as explosive inquiry wraps up

An explosive inquiry into Queensland police's handling of domestic violence cases and culture marks its final day of public hearings, sparking a chorus of calls from experts and advocates for meaningful change.

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Darlings: New Bollywood film takes a strong stance on domestic violence

Reported rate of domestic violence has increased by 53 per cent over 18 years in India

The Independent UK

Head of Queensland police union says no widespread cultural problem in domestic violence response

Ian Leavers’ affidavit in response to inquiry says failings in responding to such incidents more likely caused by ‘workload pressures or inadequate training’

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South Australian Labor to return $125k donation from CFMEU after alleged vandalism of cars

The South Australian Labor Party will return a $125,000 donation from the construction union after several vehicles belonging to staff from Master Builders Association were allegedly vandalised, which the union has denied any involvement.

The Guardian - UK

Millions living in areas where police not trained in handling domestic violence

Only one force in England and Wales says all its officers have received the recommended training and nine forces have not trained any

The Times of India

UK chartered accountant told to pay ailing estranged wife Rs 43 lakh

MUMBAI: A UK chartered accountant has been ordered to pay Rs43 lakh as maintenance arrears to his ailing and bedridden estranged wife. The woman had filed a domestic violence complaint before the magistrate’s court.

Daily Mirror

NRL star 'almost died' from punching window after 'seeing ex performing oral sex on teammate'

A court heard how Michael Lichaa lost 2.5 pints of blood after he saw his then-girlfriend allegedly giving oral sex to a team-mate before he was charged with domestic violence offences

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Family and domestic violence is the 'wicked social problem' a university course is aiming to address

For years Grace was in denial about her husband's abuse, and experts say that's understandable given the lack of training many first responders have in dealing with the complex issue.

The Guardian - AU

Advocates criticise decision not to ask Queensland police boss to face domestic violence inquiry

Experts baffled by absence of commissioner, police minister and police union head among dozens of witnesses called

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New Adelaide accommodation for domestic violence victims expected to be full within weeks

Eight new units have been set up in an undisclosed Adelaide location to help women and children escape domestic violence.

The Conversation

'I left with the kids and ended up homeless with them': the nightmare of housing wait lists for people fleeing domestic violence

People who flee domestic violence desperately need safe, affordable and secure housing. Our study of people on housing waiting lists in New South Wales, Tasmania and Queensland found private rental housing isn’t an option when leaving domestic violence.

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China wants more young women to have children. Many are refusing until the country is made safer for them

A string of shocking videos showing young Chinese women being attacked by men leaves many questioning the assurances from Beijing that they're far safer at home than abroad.

Liverpool Echo

Man arrested after refusing to come down from roof

A 23-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of making threats to kill, criminal damage and domestic violence

The Independent UK

Gabby Petito’s mother announces major donation to domestic violence foundation

“I think Gabby’s story touched a lot of people and she’s saving lives,” said Nichole Schmidt

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