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South Australia’s domestic violence services say they have not yet received a spike in calls for assistance, despite fears the coronavirus pandemic could see incidents rise by up to 40 per cent.
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Heightened stress and uncertainty in the midst of the coronavirus pandemic could place women at increased risk of domestic violence, experts warn, especially when they are forced to self-isolate with their perpetrator at home.
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Extra domestic violence accommodation beds are being made available across South Australia from today, as statistics showed the state ranked fourth in the nation for incidents of partner-based violence.
People who want Australia to declare a “climate emergency” should instead visit a refuge for women fleeing domestic violence, new Senator Sarah Henderson believes.
Adelaide City Council staff will vote to have access to one month of paid domestic violence leave each year – on top of existing personal, sick and annual leave – following months of negotiations with the Australian Services Union.
Adelaide City Councillor Arman Abrahimzadeh is pushing for the council to adopt better strategies to protect its staff from what he calls the “horrendous” effects of domestic and family violence.
