Frontline support for women and families affected by domestic violence has received a $60 million boost over 2 years.
The NSW budget announcement brings further funding to the area and strengthens existing programs such as the Staying Home leaving Violence program.
Joplin Higgins, a family lawyer of Joplin Lawyers says she appreciates the efforts made in the budget.
"It was good to see from the state government that there was a recognition that money is needed to go to women and families"
"The budget estimated 800 new houses but regional NSW is facing a 50,000 deficit in social housing"
"Social housing should have been on the lips of the state government to help women flee domestic violence"
The new funding falls short of meeting the needs for housing and funds to help them leave says Mrs Higgins.
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| Joplin Higgins Image: joplinlawyers.com.au |
