Mask-wearing is mandatory in Queensland as of 5pm on Monday March 29, 2021. This means that all visitors to the Domestic Violence Resource Service must wear a mask. If you do not have a mask…
Rules regarding mask wearing at DVRS Mackay
An important update regarding changes to our services
UPDATE: WE HAVE RECOMMENCED OUR FACE-TO-FACE COUNSELLING. PLEASE HELP US BY ADHERING TO OUR NEW SOCIAL DISTANCING, HYGIENIC PROTOCOLS AND PROCEDURES. (more…)
A Christmas Message from DVRS Mackay
As another year comes to an end, the team at DVRS Mackay would like to wish you all a very relaxing holiday period. (more…)
Useful Links
Here are links to other women’s safety, domestic violence and sexual assault resources, services and organisations as well as referral services for men. (more…)
Domestic and Family Violence Prevention Month - Events
Each year in May we mark Domestic and Family Violence Prevention Month, with the aim of sending a clear message that we will not tolerate this type of violence in our community. (more…)
What is domestic violence?
Domestic and family violence is when an individual uses behaviour to control or maintain power over a person they are in a relationship with or are related to. (more…)
Increased funding for domestic and family violence victims in Mackay
The Domestic Violence Resource Service (Mackay & Region) will receive more than $3.2 million from the Queensland Government over the next three years. (more…)
Making a safety plan
If you have fears for your safety and have decided to leave, it is important that you make a safety plan to help you and your children stay safe. (more…)
Types of domestic abuse
Domestic and family violence is not always physical. Abuse can be emotional, social, verbal, sexual, financial or cultural. All forms of abuse should be taken seriously. (more…)
How to stay safe online
If you feel threatened or unsafe, or if you’re planning to leave an abusive partner, then you need to protect yourself online. Here are some ways to help stay safe. (more…)