Hunter violence prevention network needs 50 per cent more funding and 90 new homes

Hunter violence prevention network needs 50 per cent more funding and 90 new homes

Underfunded services in the Hunter are life-or-death for DV victims. Calls for increased support and housing rise as domestic violence numbers climb.

Major funding boost for Hunter women and children fleeing domestic violence

Women and children fleeing domestic violence in the Hunter will be better supported thanks to a major funding boost. But the region’s service providers say more government money is needed, with the issue at crisis point.