Domestic Violence
Government backs strangulation law change
Non-fatal strangulation could soon become a separate crime to assault with the Law Commission recommending the move, and the government backing it.
Trust sets up clinic to work with abusive men
A Far North trust dealing with poverty and family dysfunction is setting up a men's clinic for men who've abused their families.
Episode 2: Not In Our Neighbourhood?
Documentary play Not In Our Neighbourhood opened this week at the Auckland Arts Festival.This solo show tells the story of a filmmaker who has been asked to visit a refuge for women and document the… Audio
How one rural woman escaped an abusive marriage
A woman who continued to farm after ending her abusive marriage has spoken out in the hope it may help others in similar situations.
Call to curb family violence over Christmas
Women's Refuge ambassador Tina Cross is working with police to raise awareness of New Zealand's domestic violence problem. Audio
Police and Tina Cross team up to curb family violence
The police say 33 people have died from domestic violence this year - including 16 children, and 10 women. Audio
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
Legal 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