Government to review migrant women's charity Shakti
Ministry launches independent review after whistleblowers claim systemic problems.
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Family harm callouts are at their highest in five years.
Report shows shocking rate of violence experienced by wāhine Māori
Report states half of wāhine Māori have experienced sexual or physical violence.
Secret that cost Borce Ristevski years in prison
There remains one secret Borce Ristevski will not reveal.
Focus: Marama Davidson announces new programme to eliminate family and sexual violence
Minister for the Prevention of Family Violence and Sexual Violence, Marama Davidson, announces a new programme that aims to eliminate family and sexual violence. Video / Michael Craig
Whānau-led approach for all New Zealanders: Communities to lead change to prevent violence
Davidson admits that the Government and past governments have been doing it wrong.
The forgotten victims of Australia's female killings epidemic
A dozen Aussie women, probably living in fear now, won't survive the next three months.
Community to lead family and sexual violence prevention strategy
Government will allow all voices to be heard to develop action plan.
Man who attacked pregnant partner sentenced to home detention
His partner was 10 weeks pregnant when he unleashed an attack on her stomach.
Complaints about social housing problems 'fell on deaf ears'
Concerned Christchurch man would feel safer living in his car than by social housing.
'Systemic problems' at migrant women's charity Shakti, say former staff
Seven women claim exploitative conditions and lack of accountability at the top.
'We are a nation of violent partner beaters': Social campaign after 'appalling' stats
Rape convictions are at a ten year low and family violence offences have increased.
Survivor 'disgusted' at barriers to domestic violence leave
Some workers have been asked for proof from police by employers.
Rape conviction rate lowest in 10 years: Shows system is failing - Women's Refuge
31 per cent of all people charged with rape were convicted last year.
Teen refugee's honour beating live-streamed by own family
"She was hit so many times she couldn't tell police even an approximate number of blows."
Family violence 'red flags' raised in murder-suicide
Deceased woman, family and friends may not have been aware of man's domestic history.
Ann Langis: Why play-fighting is an exercise in restraint
Opinion: A key to consent issues might be allowing kids to act out aggressive behaviour.
Third generation in NZ's gang scene: Woman's escape from cycle of violence
"This lifestyle, it's intergenerational," says survivor who's managed to break the chain.
Authorities took three children from Sandra. They also helped her be a mum again
Levin woman details her experience with CYFs and Oranga Tamariki.
Drugs and gangs: Problems revealed as more children put in emergency housing
'Motels are no places for children,' a local social support advocate says.
Night stalker: Police may appeal against community detention
Police are considering an appeal against a sentence for a man who stalked his ex wife.
Autistic boy's brutal death: Coroner slams Govt agencies which missed red flags
"Naive" social workers accepted stories of boy's violent stepfather before death.
Night stalker: Man sentenced for 'creeping', tracking estranged wife for two years
Christchurch man who repeatedly breached a protection order to stalk his wife sentenced.
Man has brain damage after partner's ex attacks him with hammer
Ryan Wenzlick slept on the floor beside the couple before the unprovoked attack.
Survivor: 'Prince Charming' husband beat me 15 days into marriage, locked me in room
A sustainable store is helping women get back on their feet - with slow fashion.
Police officer assaulted, woman arrested after incident at popular Coromandel pub
Police said they were attending a family harm-related matter outside the premises.
Premium: Maria Fretwell's killer walked free - did the justice system fail her?
52 years on, her children are still seeking closure after the man who killed her was allowed to walk free. Video / NZ Herald
She Is Not Your Rehab: Family mourns death of the woman who inspired a movement
The woman who inspired She Is Not Your Rehab has lost her battle with lung cancer.
Mystery donor gives Pet Refuge a boost by matching donations dollar-for-dollar
The donor's offer runs for one day only.
She Is Not Your Rehab: Family reacts after Dwayne Johnson offers support
The Rock took the family's message of anti-violence to the world.
'Angelou, it's Uncle Rock': The Rock responds to Kiwi boy's message
A Kiwi-Samoan boy sent The Rock a powerful message — now the actor has responded.
Abuse victim: 'I was fearful and never knew what kind of mood he'd be in'
Abuse victim: I felt sick when he beat our dogs with their leads.
Family violence, including harm against pets, on the rise as Xmas approaches
Xmas appeal launched for Pet Refuge shelter that will help victims of family violence.