7 Feb 2025
Concerns new stalking bill could cause greater harm to victims
The Crimes Legislation Stalking and Harassment Amendment Bill was introduced and passed its first reading in December last year to make stalking an illegal offence with a jail time of up to five years. But while it was praised in some quarters, it's also facing criticism that some of the changes it makes could cause greater harm to victims in the long run. Louise Ternouth reports.