Improved support for domestic violence victims
Victims of domestic violence in the Hunter Valley now have a better level of support with the start of a new project in Muswellbrook and Singleton.
View ArticleHunter's domestic violence figures 'tip of the iceberg'
Baptist Community Services says recent figures showing a rise in the number of apprehended violence orders or AVOs in the Hunter, are just the tip of the iceberg for domestic violence.
View ArticleCabinet to kickstart funding from Hunter Infrastructure Fund
The Premier Barry O'Farrell and his cabinet will meet with a range of stakeholders in the Hunter, ahead of a community cabinet meeting in Newcastle tonight.
View Article80 per cent jump in armed robberies
The latest Bureau of Crime Statistics figures show armed robbery rates in the Hunter have increased by about 80 per cent over the past two yearsThe total number of armed robberies across the region...
View ArticleHunter victims to miss out on thousands of dollars
Hunter victims of sexual assault and domestic violence stand to lose thousands of dollars in potential compensation as the State Government's new scheme takes effect.
View ArticleCall for change in Hunter domestic violence support
A Hunter domestic violence support organisation says it is crucial other similar centres ditch out-dated service delivery methods and embrace change.
View ArticleRise in domestic violence figures because more victims coming forward
The manager of a Maitland women's refuge says figures showing a huge rise in domestic violence incidents could be due to more victims reporting attacks.
View ArticleCrime stats show ice and domestic violence on the rise
There is further evidence New South Wales is in the grip of an ice epidemic with new crime figures showing arrests are up, particularly in the Hunter Valley region.
View ArticleHunter police 'proactive' amid rising rates of ice use and domestic violence
The Hunter's most senior police officer says his team is on the front foot in dealing with domestic violence, with almost one attack reported in the northern region every hour.
View ArticleAG promises to announce new Federal Circuit Court judge for Newcastle 'shortly'
The Attorney General has responded to claims of a looming crisis in Newcastle's Federal Circuit Court that handles family disputes and child custody matters, saying he will replace a retired judge.
View ArticleState govt's new domestic violence package welcomed by women's refuges
A new approach to domestic violence, that targets the offender in an attempt to prevent re-offending, has been described as brilliant by a Newcastle domestic violence support service.
View ArticleLaw expert warns domestic violence disclosure scheme could lead to 'false...
A Newcastle family law expert is concerned Australia's first disclosure scheme of domestic violence perpetrators will give women a false sense of security.
View ArticleGPs urged to learn more about family violence support services
Hunter region general practitioners are being urged to learn more about the support services that are available for patients who are experiencing family violence.
View ArticleCall for Hunter domestic violence victims to speak out
A Newcastle domestic violence campaigner says men who kill their partners are categorised by a common hatred for women.
View ArticleCommunity legal centre funding must be restored: Opposition
The Federal Opposition is calling for a reversal of cuts made to community legal centres, including those in the Hunter, in a bid to tackle domestic violence.
View ArticlePort Stephens MP promoted to NSW shadow cabinet
Port Stephens MP Kate Washington has been promoted to Labor's shadow cabinet in New South Wales.
View ArticleMaxed-out credit cards no barrier for man accessing thousands in payday...
A Senate inquiry has been told scores of payday lending horror stories, including a man with credit card debt who was given thousands of dollars in short-term loans.
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