In October and November 2008, Council Members visited Fitzroy Crossing, Broome, Mt Isa, Torres Strait (Thursday Island and Bamaga), Alice Springs, and Darwin to meet with local services, agencies, and other community members.
During October and November 2008 National Council members travelled to several rural and remote locations to gain insight into the particular issues faced by victims of domestic and family violence and sexual assault, the issues faced by service providers and the issues impacting community wellbeing. We met with many local services, agencies and supports in the following localities:
- Fitzroy Crossing and Broome (4-11 October 2008)
- Mt Isa, Bamaga and Torres Strait Islands (16-22 October 2008)
- Alice Springs and Darwin (2-6 November 2008)
Rural and remote victims face many challenges including long distances, scarcity of services and safe housing, isolation of communities, and limited public transport, to name just a few. The unique perspectives of rural and remote Australia will be brought to bear in developing a truly National Plan to Reduce Violence against Women and their Children.
Libby Lloyd AM
Chair
National Council to Reduce Violence against Women and their Children