Articles tagged: Domestic Violence

Colac unites to end violence
The inaugural Walk for Respect transformed Colac’s Memorial Square into a sea of purple on Saturday, as 200 people gathered to say no to domestic and family violence.

Police: Be an ‘upstander’
More victim survivors are speaking out against family violence, figures show.

Sentencing sparks debate
A magistrate’s message to a young victim of family violence has sparked community discussion about the need for court sentencing to fit the crime.

Orange Door offers help
A sea of orange brought traffic to a standstill in central Colac this week as Colac and district residents marched to make a stand against gender-based violence.

Banners raise awareness of critical issue
Orange banners, shirts, bags and coffee cups across Colac and district are part of a campaign against family violence.

Team joins program to oppose violence
Sixteen Colac and district people are banding together to help diminish discrimination, verbal and physical acts of violence.

