All Australian governments have come together to support an ambitious new plan to stamp out domestic violence within a generation.
The National Plan to End Violence against Women and Children 2022-2032 focuses on engaging men to stop abusive behaviour through prevention and early intervention strategies.
Stream more Australian news with Flash. 25+ news channels in 1 place. New to Flash? Try 1 month free. Offer ends 31 October, 2022 Speaking with Sky News Australia, Social Services Minister Amanda Rishworth said domestic violence was currently at"epidemic proportions" - citing alarming statistics that one woman on average dies every 10 days at the hands of their former or current partner.
"We need to end violence against women and children in this country because it's at epidemic proportions," she said.
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