Tag: domestic violence
Many voices speak up
Removing stigma and shame associated with violence against women will be the aim of an upcoming event in Caroline Springs.
The I Am Her Voice...
Students in power play
A student-led dance workshop, a self-defence class, a bake sale and a footy game were part of a Melton school’s efforts to empower women...
Women’s Health West family violence reports mount up
Despite efforts to reduce the strain on domestic violence support services, Women’s Health West is taking increasing numbers of police referrals for victims needing...
Long term homes for women escaping domestic violence
Women and children escaping family violence will be offered one of 11 homes in Melton for long-term accommodation as part of the state government’s...
Domestic violence calls surge by 30 per cent
Women’s Health West took almost 20,000 calls for help from domestic violence victims and police in the past financial year – a 30 per...
Candlelight vigil for domestic violence victims
At a candlelight vigil last Friday, Dawn Clark remembered all victims and survivors of domestic violence.
Ms Clark reflected on Melton woman Fiona Warzywoda’s brutal...
More reporting leads to jump in stalking offences
Increased reporting of domestic violence has sparked a jump in the number of stalking offences.
The latest Crime Statistics Agency data reports on 300 people...
Melton imagines a week without violence
Powerful messages of hope, respect and resilience will be sprawled across Melton this month.
As part of Week Without Violence events, Djerriwarrh Health Services (DJHS)...
Melton women call for more refuge funding
An online petition urging the state government to invest in more women’s refuges in the western suburbs has attracted only 17 signatures in a...
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Lifeline prepares for influx over holidays
As Lifeline prepares for its busiest time of year, Australians are being encouraged to take time out to plan for how they will cope...
