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Smart cars being weaponised in domestic violence cases

Smart cars being weaponised in domestic violence cases

Frontline services are witnessing an increase in technology-facilitated abuse, including victims being monitored in smart cars and cameras in cat feeders.

Stalking mistaken as affection before brutal murder

Stalking mistaken as affection before brutal murder

Stalking mistaken as affection before brutal murder

Stalking mistaken as affection before brutal murder

Friends thought a sports coach was smitten with his ex-girlfriend when he repeatedly checked her location online, but the reality was much more sinister.

Fear of retribution stopping workers from speaking out

Fear of retribution stopping workers from speaking out

Fear of retribution stopping workers from speaking out

Fear of retribution stopping workers from speaking out

A fear-based culture of silence is leaving essential female workers scared to report experiences of sexual or gender-based harassment in their workplaces.

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'Invisible' cancer patients finally brought into focus

'Invisible' cancer patients finally brought into focus

World-first data shows almost 21,000 Australians are living with incurable breast cancer, with advocates saying health services for the population fall short.

Employers efforts recognised as gender pay gap narrows

Employers efforts recognised as gender pay gap narrows

Australia's overall gender pay gap has narrowed, but among CEO's there has been an increase - showing the need for further commitment at top levels.

Women don't know where to turn during 'pervasive' abuse

Women don't know where to turn during 'pervasive' abuse

Economic abuse often precedes physical violence but support services can be confusing to navigate, leading to barriers to women accessing help.

Funding boost as demand for major DV helpline soars

Funding boost as demand for major DV helpline soars

A free domestic violence hotline that's seen a dramatic spike in calls is getting a significant funding boost to ensure people get the help they need.

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Justice system failing shattered sex assault survivors

Justice system failing shattered sex assault survivors

Justice system failing shattered sex assault survivors

Justice system failing shattered sex assault survivors

Legal literacy advocates want urgent reform in how the justice system handles sexual assault disclosures, starting with their first contact with police.

Ley laments domestic killings as 74 women dead in 2025

Ley laments domestic killings as 74 women dead in 2025

Ley laments domestic killings as 74 women dead in 2025

Ley laments domestic killings as 74 women dead in 2025

Opposition Leader Sussan Ley has continued her yearly tradition of naming every woman who died from violence in Australia, on the eve of an international event.

Burden of a deadly cancer hitting women in their prime

Burden of a deadly cancer hitting women in their prime

Burden of a deadly cancer hitting women in their prime

Burden of a deadly cancer hitting women in their prime

Ovarian cancer is one of the deadliest diseases affecting Australian women and also causes a significant economic burden.

Changemakers, advocates recognised as women of the year

Changemakers, advocates recognised as women of the year

Changemakers, advocates recognised as women of the year

Changemakers, advocates recognised as women of the year

A Bathurst mum, domestic violence advocate and healthcare pioneer are among the winners of the Marie Claire Women of the Year awards.

'New direction' as Liberals crown first woman leader

'New direction' as Liberals crown first woman leader

'New direction' as Liberals crown first woman leader

'New direction' as Liberals crown first woman leader

A newly minted Liberal leader has declared she has enough time to sell her vision for the state, 12 months out from an election.

Cross-intimate partner violence cases on the rise

Cross-intimate partner violence cases on the rise

Cross-intimate partner violence cases on the rise

Cross-intimate partner violence cases on the rise

Two studies drilling down on gender bias when police lay charges have found family violence cases in which authorities charge both parties are increasing.

Latest gender equality evidence given a new dimension

Latest gender equality evidence given a new dimension

Latest gender equality evidence given a new dimension

Latest gender equality evidence given a new dimension

A free resource will collate the latest research on gender equality and translate it into practical actions for businesses, governments, teachers and leaders.

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Survivors find healing through music and creativity

Australians are being urged to recognise the ongoing prevalence of abuse in the community and advocate for justice and reform as part of a national campaign.

'Difficult reading': depth of women's pain laid bare

A health system built around "Caucasian male biology" is leading to poor results for women and girls, with many suffering through untreated pain.

Fatigue, brain fog tied to deficiencies going untreated

Iron and vitamin D deficiencies are silently impacting Australian's energy, mood and overall wellbeing, with women and teenage girls particularly at risk.

Relief as victims of anti-gay laws are compensated

Equality advocates are rejoicing after nation-leading laws allowing men convicted of homosexuality under former laws passed a state parliament.

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Tough-guy persona linked to teenage downward spiral

Links have been found between tough-guy masculine tropes adhered to by teenage boys and fighting, sexual harassment and using drugs and alcohol.

Lifetime impact of gender pay gap costs women millions

The financial cost of the gender pay gap accelerates across a woman’s lifetime and peaks in her late 50s, with an eye-watering amount of missed earnings.

DV-related suicide to be probed in urgent inquiry

Data shows Australia's "national shame" of domestic violence is worsening, as the impact on victim-survivors is set to be examined in a parliamentary inquiry.

Top cop eyes 'crime-influencers' amid social media ban

Parents are encouraged to have hard conversations with children about online safety even as a world-first social media ban for Australian kids is set to begin.

'Not a luxury': cheaper contraception offers choice

A contraceptive option will soon be far cheaper to buy after it is listed on the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme, alongside increased bulk billing for IUDs.

'Roller-coaster of pain': broken state of bone health

A gold-medal winning Olympian is teaming up with a woman who can't even pick up a dropped sock to urge doctors and patients to take charge of their bone health.

Gender lens needed to examine weight management

Weight management for women can be impacted by a variety of biological and emotional factors, with experts saying a gender-focused approach is needed.

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