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People living in regional, rural and remote communities are 24 times more likely to be hospitalised as a result of family and domestic violence than people living in major cities.
Up to 70% of domestic violence victims-survivors report abuse of a companion or other animal by the perpetrator. The Animal Defenders Office considers options for reform to provide greater protection to those suffering abuse and domestic violence, both human and animal.
The economic effects of COVID-19 have already been devastating, but the worst may be yet to come as aftershocks ripple through the country in the coming months. This will likely be particularly devastating for people who need support from the social security system.