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‘Does a child have to die?’: Coast mum fears weak DV laws

A Coast mother fears another domestic violence tragedy will happen in the region before something is done to stop offenders...

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16th Dec. 2020 1:12 PM

Red Bench to raise awareness of domestic violence

It serves as a visual reminder of the effects of domestic violence, a very real issue in Central Queensland.

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23rd Nov. 2020 11:11 AM

Central Highlands Regional Council has unveiled a red bench at the Emerald Council Chambers to show its support for raising awareness around domestic and family violence.

IN PHOTOS: Annual fun day sends strong safety message

Residents gathered to say no to domestic violence as Shandee Blackburn’s mum delivered a powerful message

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22nd Nov. 2020 5:11 AM

Mackay residents at the annual Family Fun Day to say no to domestic violence held at Queens Park, Mackay, November 21, 2020. Pictures: Heidi Petith

GALLERY: Mackay says no to domestic violence with fun day

The event is about residents coming together to raise awareness and work towards a safer community

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21st Nov. 2020 3:11 PM

Caitlin Brown, 5, and Shelby Walker, 7, at the annual Family Fun Day to say no to domestic violence held at Queens Park, Mackay November 21, 2020. Picture: Heidi Petith

How you can help raise awareness this White Ribbon Day

‘This year is to not only speak about the change that is needed, but to get involved in creating it’

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19th Nov. 2020 5:11 AM

White Ribbon Queensland urges every household to tie a white ribbon on their letterbox on Friday, November 20 to raise awareness against domestic violence. Pictures: Contributed

Lockyer uncle steps up to raise children of slain woman

WHEN their Coast mum was brutally killed, a Lockyer family raced to collect the children before they went into foster care.

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13th Nov. 2020 11:11 AM

Tim Class-Auliff with Matilda and Angus (photo: supplied)

’Never acceptable’: Change needed to stop violence

Unless we drive change at a community level, we will continue to see rates of violence increasing, writes Andrew...

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22nd Oct. 2020 12:10 PM

SAY NO: Domestic violence on police radar

FOR the next six months the message that ‘Clarence Valley says no to domestic violence’ will be in the community’s face.

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09th Oct. 2020 11:10 PM

Coffs-Clarence Police Superintendent Steve Clarke in front of one of two Busways buses with signage to help spread the message to say 'No' to domestic violence in the Clarence Valley. Photo Bill North / The Daily Examiner

Time to listen: Women share horrendous tales of violence

It’s the global issue that is affecting us in our own backyard. Domestic violence is destroying lives, relationships and...

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09th Oct. 2020 7:10 AM

<i>Sunshine Coast Daily</i> HerStory campaign shines the spotlight on the violence happening behind closed doors in our own communities.

‘I had to escape’: Roma woman shares DV horror story

As she lay in a pool of her own blood, covered in bruises, Savannah Shaw knew she had to leave her relationship.

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06th Aug. 2020 1:08 PM

One woman describes her domestic violence relationship.

Support available for all circumstances and situations

Whitsunday domestic violence councillors speak up on how they can help residents in need.

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20th May 2020 4:05 PM

DV survivors share their stories to help spread awareness

Four domestic violence survivors have stepped forward and shared their stories and words of advice.

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16th May 2020 8:05 AM

Four DV survivors have come forward and shared their stories. Generic image.

‘It stems from what you were taught - men don’t cry’

Whitsunday Counselling and Support are shining a light on the stigma and stereotypes of domestic violence.

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13th May 2020 4:05 PM

Andrea Bradley, Charlotte Jones, Vise Ateli, Kym Corrigan and Ron Petterson from Whitsunday Counselling and Support.

Increased domestic violence cases amid COVID-19 restrictions

Less people are seeking help while in isolation.

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13th May 2020 10:05 AM

GET HELP: Support workers encourage people to seek help as part of domestic violence awareness month.

Support for DV awareness campaign ‘no-brainer’ for business

Business back campaign to get help and vital information into homes of people dealing with domestic violence.

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09th May 2020 10:05 AM

A simple domestic item with help numbers on it, like a coffee cup, could save someone from a domestic assault.

DV predicted to increase due to self isolation

As more people are encouraged to stay indoors, services that help victims of domestic violence are worried it could lead to...

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23rd March 2020 6:03 PM

‘My husband abused me for 16 years’

A survivor of domestic violence speaks out.

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11th March 2020 5:03 AM

A victim of domestic violence speaks out.

Find out what has helped this DV survivor heal

What has helped this Gympie woman and DV survivor ‘experience empowerment and love and to feel whole again’?

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31st Jan. 2020 12:01 AM

Why this woman is visiting beaches in 230 countries

A BYRON BAY woman will run more than 16km of beaches across 230 countries to campaign for change.

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15th Dec. 2019 12:12 AM

Byron Bay local Claire McFarlane will run16km across 230 beaches to raise awareness. Photo Contributed

Former White Ribbon committee plans new initiative

The former Queensland and Sunshine Coast Chairs of the White Ribbon Committee will be joining forces.

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24th Nov. 2019 12:11 AM

NEW START: Dr Greg Nash and Sunshine Coast Superintendent Darryl Johnson are joining forces to start a new anti-domestic violence initiative on the Sunshine Coast.

Standing against ‘horror’ domestic violence statistics

Worldwide statistics on domestic violence and child brides are causing local organisations to take a stand and say ‘no’.

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21st Nov. 2019 10:11 AM

WALK FOR GOOD: Zonta Noosa are holding a walk to commemorate the International Day for Elimination of Violence against women.

Advocates call for officials to RizeUp

Domestic violence support organisation launches. But what is obstructing them from sustainable support?

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26th Aug. 2019 6:08 AM

RizeUp CEO and founder Nicolle Edwards and Mackay Women's Centre executive director Dr Anne Butcher at the Mackay RizeUp launch.

Jailed abuser, thief to be released after court slip-up

A man who slammed his estranged partner's head into the ground hours after being released on parole will be let out of jail...

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25th July 2019 4:07 PM

A man who slammed his estranged partner's head into the ground hours after being released on parole will be let out of jail two years early after a magistrate's "unusual” mistake checked out.

Safe night out for DV awareness

CCRDFV Chair praises fundraising efforts of MIe Place nightclub and local police

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02nd June 2019 3:06 PM

TEAM WORK: MIe Place nightclub owner Aodhan McCann with Community Coordinated Response to Domestic and Family Violence chair Sgt Vicki Dredge. The nightclub has donated $154.50 to the organisation.

Students and players tackle important community issue

Mustangs take to the field for Domestic Violence Awareness Round.

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20th May 2019 9:05 AM

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