Domestic Violence
New scheme for disclosing a partner's criminal past
Anyone who suspects their partner of having a violent criminal past can now check with the police.
The Wireless Preview - Mava Moayyed
Mava Moayyed talks about domestic violence and why it's especially dangerous in young people's relationships. Audio
Attitudes in Pacific still need to change on domestic violence
An increase in complaints to police about domestic violence in the Pacific is being seen as a sign a Pacific-wide campaign against violence is working. Audio
More help needed for young migrants fleeing abuse
Auckland researchers say teenagers fleeing domestic abuse have ended up as exploited and illegal workers, paid just five-dollars an hour, to pay off hospital bills. Audio
Family violence defence worth looking at - advocates
Victims' advocates say giving the victims of long-term family violence the right to argue a partial defence to murder is worth investigating.
Dancing with the Stars - NZ Police and Diwali
For the first time the NZ Police and male leaders within the Indian community are teaming up with international performers during Diwali - the Hindu Festival of Lights - to push the White Ribbon… Audio, Gallery
Dancing with the Stars - NZ Police and Diwali
For the first time the NZ Police and male leaders within the Indian community are teaming up with international performers during Diwali - the Hindu Festival of Lights - to push the White Ribbon…
AudioLegal aid rules not failing domestic violence victims says minister
The Justice Minister is defending the legal aid system against accusations that it discriminates against victims of domestic violence. Audio
Legal aid rules hurting domestic violence victims
Legal experts say hundreds of victims of domestic violence can't get protection orders because of tough legal aid rules. Audio
Legal aid rules hurting domestic violence victims
Legal experts say hundreds of victims of domestic violence can't get protection orders because of tough legal aid rules. Audio
The Chris Brown saga
Would Chris Brown really be a role model to New Zealand's younger generation? Audio
Chris Brown promoter attempts to counter bad press
A behind the scenes campaign by Chris Brown's tour promoters to allow the singer into New Zealand is gaining momentum. Jevan Goulter is in charge of media relations for Chris Brown's tour promoters… Audio
Chris Brown promoters encouraging support for singer
The promoters of US singer Chris Brown's concert later this year have been talking to organisations they think could help get him into the country. Audio
Call for laws to protect disabled from abuse
The law does not protect disabled people from domestic violence even though they're more likely to fall victim to it, say disability advocates.
Tackling Suicide and Domestic Violence in NZ
New Zealand has one of the highest suicide rates in the world. Every year approximately 500 people in this country take their own lives, with many more attempting suicide or experiencing levels of… Audio
New scheme for bail decisions put on trial
A new pilot programme will give judges access to more information about a defendant's family violence record. Audio
Test of how bail's granted in family violence cases
Judges will be given all the family violence history of defendants under a new pilot programme that aims to keep victims safer. The pilot begins next week in Porirua and Christchurch after two judges… Audio
New blueprint for domestic violence laws unveiled
The Justice Minister Amy Adams launches a blueprint for overhauling domestic violence laws. Video, Audio
Legal aid threshold may prevent access to protection orders
The Government's proposed overhaul of laws dealing with domestic violence has been welcomed by many advocates working in the sector. Audio
Proposed tough new domestic violence laws
The laws on domestic violence are in for an overhaul with the Justice Minister saying something has to be done about New Zealand's horrific rate of abuse. In a discussion document released this… Audio
