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Rules regarding mask wearing at DVRS Mackay
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Rules regarding mask wearing at DVRS Mackay

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…

by DVRS
March 31, 2021
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An important update regarding changes to our services
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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…)

by DVRS
March 23, 2020
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A Christmas Message from DVRS Mackay
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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…)

by DVRS
December 12, 2019
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Useful Links
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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…)

by DVRS
August 13, 2018
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Domestic and Family Violence Prevention Month - Events
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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…)

by DVRS
May 24, 2018
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What is domestic violence?
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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…)

by DVRS
May 18, 2018
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Increased funding for domestic and family violence victims in Mackay
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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…)

by DVRS
May 17, 2018
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Making a safety plan
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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…)

by DVRS
May 4, 2018
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Types of domestic abuse
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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…)

by DVRS
May 3, 2018
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How to stay safe online
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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…)

by Extend Digital
April 30, 2018
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