NSW government commits $230 million to combat domestic violence

The NSW Government is spending almost a quarter of a billion dollars on services to support women who are experiencing domestic and family violence. As part of the package, money has also been set aside to reform the states' bail laws. Premier Chris Minns has announced $230 million to be spent helping victims of domestic and family violence with a focus on intervention and prevention. A major part of this package is $48 million to be spent on expanding a program, which has been successfully trialled in Western Sydney and in regional New South Wales, helping support women to stay in their own homes once a perpetrator has been removed. The investment follows the alleged murder of 28-year-old childcare worker and mum Mollie Ticehurst as well as an uptick in domestic violence-related assaults. If you or anyone you know needs help: Domestic Violence Helpline: 1800RESPECT Lifeline: 13 11 14 Beyond Blue: 1300 22 4636 Kids Helpline: 1800 55 1800