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Editorial: Adams wise to review abuse guidelines

The last thing a police officer probably wants to do is tell a woman her new man has a record of violence in relationships.

Women's Refuge hails Govt moves

A Government paper to "kick start a national conversation" around stopping domestic violence has been launched by Justice Minister Amy Adams this morning.

Adams tackles privacy paralysis

Justice Minister Amy Adams says privacy laws significantly hamper the ability to detect and deal with domestic violence because government officials and those working with children and families are often over-cautious when it comes to sharing information.

Revise abuse guidelines - Adams

Justice Minister Amy Adams has told police to revise their guidelines so they can secretly warn people if their partner has a history of violent abuse.

Baby Leo's father set to sue church

The father of baby Leo says hundreds of former Exclusive Brethren members want to sue the church over alleged "brainwashing" tactics and human rights abuses.

Blogger reveals domestic violence horror

An Irish fitness blogger has posted a disturbing video on social media, revealing a black eye and saying her partner punched her in the face.

'Persecuted for three years'

Judge dismisses domestic violence charges against former principal of Kristin School.

Support for greater transparency in abuse cases

A leading family violence expert is welcoming a move to encourage more transparency between agencies dealing with domestic abuse cases.

Livingstone case: Mistakes possible

The police prosecutor in charge of Edward Livingstone's second protection order breach has conceded mistakes might have been made in the way police handled the case.

'I saw a rifle with Edward behind it'

A harrowing statement from Katharine Webb to police has revealed the horrific minutes leading up to her children's deaths.

Killer deceived psychiatrist

The duplicity of Edward Livingstone has emerged during the coroner's inquest into the death of himself and his children.

Stand up against domestic violence

An anti-violence group has called for the country to take a lasting stand against domestic abuse following the killing of a Taupo mother.

Officer in court on assault charges

An Auckland police officer has been stood down after being accused of domestic violence.

June Steenkamp: 'It's something that I have to do'

June Steenkamp is in NZ to share her experience. She hopes sharing what her daughter went through will help other women speak up to prevent domestic violence.

'The Dress' in anti-violence ad

The dress that divided the internet with millions debating its colours has been adopted by the Salvation Army for the focus of its latest anti-domestic violence campaign.

PM: No obligation to tell of fundraising dinners

Political parties are “under no obligation” to provide details of fundraising dinners, Prime Minister John Key says.