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Australia to Strengthen Measures Against Gender Violence

National cabinet to discuss enhanced information sharing and preventive strategies amid rising concerns.

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has joined thousands of people wanting an end to violence against women. Photo: EPA-EFE
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Overview

  • Upcoming national cabinet meeting will focus on preventing gendered violence, particularly incited online, and improving cross-jurisdictional data sharing on high-risk offenders.
  • Prime Minister Anthony Albanese calls violence against women a 'national crisis', highlighting the urgency of addressing the issue.
  • Rally organizers demand justice system reforms and better funding for organizations fighting gender violence.
  • Controversy arises as PM Anthony Albanese is accused of lying about speaking arrangements at a violence prevention rally, but emphasizes focus on substantive change.
  • States advocate for various initiatives, including coercive control legislation and increased funding to tackle domestic violence.