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Hugh Jackman and athletes debut anti-family violence video at Collingwood-Hawthorn AFL game

The initiative seeks to mobilise men after court data showed family violence in over 70 per cent of cases before Australia’s family courts.

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Overview

  • Chief Justice Will Alstergren launched the campaign after being stunned by family violence appearing in more than 70 per cent of Federal Circuit and Family Court cases.
  • A video featuring Hugh Jackman, Eric Bana, Travis Fimmel, Darcy Moore, James Sicily, Usman Khawaja and other public figures was screened at Friday’s match at the MCG.
  • Speakers urge men to call out disrespect, refuse excuses for violence and lead by example to break the cycle of domestic abuse.
  • Since January 2025, 31 women have been killed in alleged domestic-violence murders, underscoring the campaign’s urgent appeal.
  • Supporters including Man Cave and Jesuit Social Services say male role models and broader community backing are key to preventing future violence.