Domestic violence declared 'national crisis' in Australia
CTV News — April 29, 2024, 03:00 AM UTC
Summary: Prime Minister Anthony Albanese declared domestic violence a "national crisis" in Australia after 27 women died from gender-based violence in a population of 27 million. Thousands protested nationwide, demanding government action. Albanese plans to meet with state leaders to address the issue. Demonstrations drew 15,000 in Melbourne, with calls for a shift in focus towards prevention and changing societal attitudes and legal systems.
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