“It’s not love, it’s abuse”: Coercive Control

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By: Mike Crooks

The NSW Government has launched an eye-opening ad campaign in the lead-up to new domestic violence laws.

Key points

  • 97% of intimate partner homicides in NSW between 2000 and 2018 were preceded by the perpetrator using coercive control towards the victim.
  • Coercive control ads, which begin rolling out today, use the tagline, “It’s not love, it’s coercive control. Know the signs of abuse.”
  • $925 million “Leaving Violence” package to support women to escape an abusive partner announced today.

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Your Old or Broken Mobile Phone Could Save a Life

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By: Steve Dunster

Warning: The following article contains mentions of domestic violence. If you need support, call Lifeline on 13 11 14 or visit lifeline.org.au. If you have been impacted by sexual assault, domestic or family violence, call 1800RESPECT on 1800 737 732 or visit 1800RESPECT.org.au.

Aussies are being encouraged to donate their old mobile phones, to give domestic violence victims a safe way to get help.
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Domestic Violence Causes National Distress, Reliance on Lifeline

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By: Laura Bennett

Warning: The following article contains mentions of domestic violence. If you need support, call Lifeline on 13 11 14 or visit lifeline.org.au. If you have been impacted by sexual assault, domestic or family violence, call 1800RESPECT on 1800 737 732 or visit 1800RESPECT.org.au.

In Australia right now, society is grappling with the unignorable truth that violence against women has become a national crisis.
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The Prayer and Kindness Movement Sparked by Bondi and Wakeley

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By: Pray Australia

Sydney is still reeling from recent events at Bondi and Wakeley. Read more

Raising a Daughter with Apert Syndrome – in Indonesia

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By: Compassion Australia

As Mother’s Day approaches, Compassion is shining a spotlight on those mums who are called to raise children with special needs like Angel, from Indonesia, and her teen daughter, Karunia. Read more

The Jeremiah Project: From Homelessness to a Future of Hope

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By: Helping Hands

The Jeremiah Project is an inspiring organisation in Western Sydney that exists to bring hope and a future to people experiencing homelessness.  Read more

Australia’s New Mum-Astronaut: “I’m So Grateful”

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By: Mike Crooks

An Australian mother of two’s “lifelong dream” just came true. Read more

Vale Mandisa: Thank You for the Music

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By: Joni Boyd

Warning: The following article contains content that some readers may find distressing. If you need support, call Lifeline on 13 11 14 or visit lifeline.org.au.
The Christian music scene was devastated by the news of Mandisa’s death last week.

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Molly the Magpie is Home at Last

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By: Mike Crooks

Key Points:

  • It all started in September of 2020 when Juliette and Reece rescued a wild baby magpie which had fallen from its nest.
  • The community was devastated when Molly had to be surrendered to authorities due to being held “unlawfully with no permit, licence or authority.” 
  • When Molly was returned home, Australia enjoyed the special moment, amidst a week of otherwise devastating news stories, with congratulations rolling in.

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