Domestic violence incidents rise during holiday

It's a sad irony that reported incidents of domestic violence increase during the festive season by 25 per cent in New South Wales, while services for victims decline.

Domestic violence leave

Labor had lobbied for 10 days' paid violence leave, saying five days' unpaid leave isn't enough. (AAP) Source: AAP


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