Family & Domestic Violence

Summaries in reported speech - not a transcript.

• Indigenous Australians: Domestic, Family and Sexual Violence

  Senate · Thursday 17 September 2026 · Jacinta Nampijinpa Price Country Liberal Party

  The senator asked what personal action the minister had taken to ensure the safety of these children, citing elder Doris Eaton's description of the dangerous conditions.

  Answered by Malarndirri McCarthy

• Online Safety: Family, Domestic and Sexual Violence

  House of Representatives · Wednesday 16 September 2026 · Alison Byrnes ALP

  The member asked how the proposed digital duty of care would help tackle gender-based violence and better protect children.

  Answered by Tanya Plibersek

• Housing: Domestic and Family Violence

  House of Representatives · Monday 14 September 2026 · Trish Cook ALP

  The member asked how the government's investment in social and affordable housing was impacting Australians' lives and whether there were any risks to the delivery of these homes.

  Answered by Clare O'Neil

• Family, Domestic and Sexual Violence

  House of Representatives · Monday 14 September 2026 · Josh Burns ALP

  The member asked how the government was helping women and children fleeing violence into safe housing and why this approach was superior to other methods.

  Answered by Tanya Plibersek

• Domestic, Family and Sexual Violence

  Senate · Wednesday 9 September 2026 · Larissa Waters Greens

  The member asked when the government would act on recommendations to improve justice system responses to sexual assault, including trauma-informed training and access to independent lawyers. She also asked if a new revie...

  Answered by Katy Gallagher

• Domestic, Family and Sexual Violence

  Senate · Wednesday 9 September 2026 · Carol Brown ALP

  The member asked the minister to outline actions the government is taking to address gender-based violence. She also asked why the government is protecting young people from harmful online content and how it is giving in...

  Answered by Katy Gallagher

• Domestic, Family and Sexual Violence

  House of Representatives · Tuesday 8 September 2026 · Andrew Wilkie Ind

  The member asked why there was a delay in adopting the ALRC's recommendations, particularly recommendation 10 regarding victim notification and legal representation, and whether the government would commit to implementin...

  Answered by Michelle Rowland

• Domestic, Family and Sexual Violence

  House of Representatives · Thursday 20 August 2026 · Zali Steggall Ind

  The member asked what further actions the government would take to keep women and girls safe, beyond measures already implemented.

  Answered by Anthony Albanese

• Domestic, Family and Sexual Violence

  House of Representatives · Thursday 13 August 2026 · Justine Elliot ALP

  The member asked how the government was working to prevent family and sexual violence, improve early intervention, and ensure access to support for victims.

  Answered by Anthony Albanese

• Domestic, Family and Sexual Violence

  House of Representatives · Thursday 13 August 2026 · Melissa McIntosh Liberal

  The member expressed willingness to work with the government on the national action plan and thanked a young advocate for sharing his story.

  Answered by The Prime Minister (Anthony Albanese)

• Domestic, Family and Sexual Violence

  House of Representatives · Thursday 13 August 2026 · Louise Miller-Frost ALP

  The member asked how the government was working to reduce such violence and why this issue was important.

  Answered by Tanya Plibersek

• Domestic, Family and Sexual Violence

  Senate · Thursday 13 August 2026 · Carol Brown ALP

  The member inquired about government measures to tackle gender-based violence and the outcomes of consultations regarding the subsequent stage of the National Plan.

  Answered by Katy Gallagher

• Housing: Domestic and Family Violence

  House of Representatives · Wednesday 12 August 2026 · Trish Cook ALP

  The member asked how the government was providing safe housing for victims of domestic violence and what risks existed to these policies.

  Answered by Clare O'Neil

• Budget

  House of Representatives · Monday 29 June 2026 · Angus Taylor Liberal

  The member asked whether these specific groups would face increased tax liabilities due to the Treasurer's budget measures. He requested a direct answer on the financial impact on these individuals.

  Answered by Anthony Albanese

• Budget

  House of Representatives · Monday 29 June 2026 · Angus Taylor Liberal

  The member asked when the Prime Minister would intervene to resolve the alleged issues with the Treasurer's budget regarding taxes on widows, divorcees, and victims of family violence.

  Answered by Anthony Albanese

• Budget: Housing

  House of Representatives · Thursday 25 June 2026 · Mary Aldred Liberal

  The member asked if the government would delay voting on property tax changes due to concerns about their impact on vulnerable groups such as widows and divorcees.

  Answered by Clare O'Neil

• Budget

  House of Representatives · Thursday 25 June 2026 · Andrew Hastie Liberal

  The member asked when the Minister first realized that capital gains tax changes would negatively impact widows, divorcees, and domestic violence victims.

  Answered by Clare O'Neil

• Domestic, Family and Sexual Violence

  House of Representatives · Wednesday 24 June 2026 · Kara Cook ALP

  The member asked for an update on the government's actions to address violence against women and children.

  Answered by Anthony Albanese

• Domestic, Family and Sexual Violence

  House of Representatives · Wednesday 24 June 2026 · Melissa McIntosh Liberal

  The member associated the coalition with the Prime Minister's words and emphasized the role of electorate offices in supporting victims.

  Answered by Melissa McIntosh (Lindsay) (Liberal Party)

• Domestic, Family and Sexual Violence

  House of Representatives · Thursday 28 May 2026 · Alison Byrnes ALP

  The member asked how the government was addressing family, domestic, and sexual violence.

  Answered by Tanya Plibersek

• Domestic, Family and Sexual Violence

  House of Representatives · Wednesday 27 May 2026 · Andrew Wilkie Ind

  The member asked whether the Prime Minister would accompany him to Hobart to hold a meeting with advocates for family violence and survivors to discuss urgent actions needed.

  Answered by Anthony Albanese

• Family, Domestic and Sexual Violence

  House of Representatives · Monday 25 May 2026 · Sam Lim ALP

  The member asked the Minister for Social Services how the government was working to reduce family, domestic, and sexual violence.

  Answered by Tanya Plibersek

• Indigenous Australians: Domestic, Family and Sexual Violence

  Senate · Tuesday 10 March 2026 · David Pocock Ind

  The member asked how much funding would be invested in Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisations (ACCOs) in the ACT. He further asked if there would be a net increase in support given reported cuts to the Canberra Ra...

  Answered by Katy Gallagher

• Domestic, Family and Sexual Violence

  House of Representatives · Wednesday 4 March 2026 · Libby Coker ALP

  The member asked how the government was acting to lower family, domestic, and sexual violence and support frontline workers.

  Answered by Tanya Plibersek

• Family, Domestic and Sexual Violence

  House of Representatives · Tuesday 10 February 2026 · Marion Scrymgour ALP

  The member asked how the government was helping to end violence against Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women and children.

  Answered by Tanya Plibersek

• Domestic, Family and Sexual Violence

  House of Representatives · Wednesday 4 February 2026 · Carina Garland ALP

  The member asked what the government was doing to promote safety for women and children and end gender-based violence.

  Answered by Michelle Rowland

• Domestic, Family and Sexual Violence

  House of Representatives · Tuesday 3 February 2026 · Zali Steggall Ind

  The member asked whether the government would call a royal commission into femicide and domestic violence to treat the safety of women and children with the same urgency as other national issues.

  Answered by Tanya Plibersek

• Domestic, Family and Sexual Violence

  House of Representatives · Tuesday 3 February 2026 · Sussan Ley Liberal

  The member reminded the Minister of her previous commitment to fund 500 frontline domestic violence workers and asked for an update on this specific pledge.

  Answered by Tanya Plibersek (Minister for Social Services)

• Domestic, Family and Sexual Violence

  House of Representatives · Wednesday 26 November 2025 · Helen Haines Ind

  The member asked when the government would act to ban gambling advertising, citing a recommendation from a quick assessment of proven methods to stop violence against women.

  Answered by Anthony Albanese

• International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women

  Senate · Tuesday 25 November 2025 · Marielle Smith ALP

  The member asked the minister to outline the government's actions to drive change in ending gender-based violence, including progress on the National Plan to End Violence against Women and Children.

  Answered by Katy Gallagher

• Domestic and Family Violence

  Senate · Tuesday 25 November 2025 · Larissa Waters Greens

  The member asked when the government would increase funding for frontline family and domestic support services, specialist sexual violence services, and prevention work.

  Answered by Katy Gallagher

• Domestic, Family and Sexual Violence

  House of Representatives · Tuesday 25 November 2025 · Louise Miller-Frost ALP

  The member asked what measures the government was implementing to address family, domestic, and sexual violence.

  Answered by Tanya Plibersek

• Domestic, Family and Sexual Violence

  House of Representatives · Tuesday 25 November 2025 · Sussan Ley Liberal

  The member stated that 74 women had lost their lives to violence in the past year and emphasized the need to pause and reflect on each loss.

  Answered by Tanya Plibersek (Minister for Social Services)

• Domestic, Family and Sexual Violence Commission

  Senate · Thursday 30 October 2025 · Helen Polley ALP

  The member requested a summary of the main conclusions in the commissioner's report and the way it would guide the next stage of the national plan. She asked for specifics on quantifiable improvements for women and child...

  Answered by Katy Gallagher

• Family, Domestic and Sexual Violence

  House of Representatives · Monday 1 September 2025 · Sharon Claydon ALP

  The member asked what the government was doing to improve support for victims and survivors of family and domestic violence.

  Answered by Tanya Plibersek

• Construction, Forestry and Maritime Employees Union

  Senate · Tuesday 25 March 2025 · Michaelia Cash Liberal

  The member asked whether the Prime Minister believed the victims of harassment and violence deserved a more substantial response than a brief comment. She questioned if the government had further actions to address the i...

  Answered by Penny Wong

• Answers to Questions

  Senate · Wednesday 16 September 2026 · Maria Kovacic (NSW) (Liberal Party) Liberal

  Senators debated the government's responses to questions concerning economic management, gender equality policies, and the conduct of government staff. Opposition senators criticised the government for high inflation, da...

• Domestic, Family and Sexual Violence Commission Yearly Report to Parliament

  House of Representatives · Wednesday 16 September 2026 · Ali France (Dickson) (Australian Labor Party) ALP

  Members debated the findings of the Domestic, Family and Sexual Violence Commission's third annual report, which highlighted that despite record government funding, progress in reducing violence remains too slow. Labor m...

• Superannuation, Domestic, Family and Sexual Violence

  House of Representatives · Tuesday 15 September 2026 · Jodie Belyea (Dunkley) (Australian Labor Party) ALP

  Jodie Belyea opposed the One Nation proposal to allow workers to divert compulsory superannuation contributions into their weekly pay. She argued that this policy would undermine long-term financial security and dispropo...

• National Child Protection Week

  House of Representatives · Monday 14 September 2026 · Kara Cook (Bonner) (Australian Labor Party) ALP

  Members debated a motion recognising National Child Protection Week and the importance of early intervention and community support for vulnerable children. Speakers highlighted government investments in family violence p...

• Domestic, Family and Sexual Violence Commission Yearly Report to Parliament

  House of Representatives · Thursday 10 September 2026 · Ged Kearney (Cooper) (Australian Labor Party) ALP

  The debate centred on the tabling of the Domestic, Family and Sexual Violence Commission's annual report, which highlighted rising rates of sexual violence and systemic failures in housing and legal support. Government m...

• Domestic, Family and Sexual Violence Commission

  Senate · Wednesday 9 September 2026 · Katy Gallagher (ACT) (Australian Labor Party) ALP

  The Senate debated the Domestic, Family and Sexual Violence Commission's 2026 report, which highlighted ongoing challenges in preventing violence against women and children. The government emphasised its record investmen...

• Domestic, Family and Sexual Violence

  Senate · Wednesday 9 September 2026 · Larissa Waters (QLD) (Australian Greens) Greens

  Senator Larissa Waters moved that the Senate take note of the Minister for Women's answer regarding domestic, family and sexual violence. She criticised the government for delays in implementing expert recommendations on...

• Domestic, Family and Sexual Violence Commission Yearly Report to Parliament; Reference to Federation Chamber

  House of Representatives · Wednesday 9 September 2026

• Domestic, Family and Sexual Violence Commission Yearly Report to Parliament

  House of Representatives · Wednesday 9 September 2026 · Tanya Plibersek (Sydney) (Australian Labor Party) ALP

  The Minister for Social Services presented the Commission's yearly report, outlining the government's strategy to make violence rare, brief and non-recurring through systemic reforms and new funding. The Shadow Minister ...

• Domestic, Family and Sexual Violence

  House of Representatives · Wednesday 9 September 2026 · Andrew Wilkie (Clark) (Independent) Ind

  Members debated the escalating crisis of domestic, family and sexual violence in Australia, citing rising rates of sexual assault among adolescents and persistent gaps in support services. Government members highlighted ...

• Domestic, Family and Sexual Violence

  House of Representatives · Tuesday 8 September 2026 · Nicolette Boele (Bradfield) (Independent) Ind

  Nicolette Boele raised concerns about the ongoing crisis of violence against women, citing recent femicide statistics and the disproportionate impact on Indigenous women. She argued that while numerous inquiries have gen...

• Domestic, Family and Sexual Violence

  House of Representatives · Thursday 20 August 2026 · Zali Steggall (Warringah) (Independent) Ind

  The debate centred on a suspension motion moved by Zali Steggall, which characterised violence against women as a national crisis and called for urgent government action, including a royal commission or enhanced powers f...

• Prime Minister

  Senate · Monday 17 August 2026 · Michaelia Cash (WA) (Liberal Party) Liberal

  The Senate debated a matter of public importance regarding the Prime Minister's conduct, specifically focusing on his participation in a podcast and his history of policy reversals. Opposition senators argued that the Pr...

• Taxation

  Senate · Tuesday 11 August 2026 · Michaelia Cash (WA) (Liberal Party) Liberal

  The debate centred on a motion moved by Senator Cash to suspend standing orders to address the immediate financial impacts of recent tax legislation on vulnerable groups. Opposition members argued the matter was urgent d...

• Taxation

  Senate · Tuesday 11 August 2026 · Michaelia Cash (WA) (Liberal Party) Liberal

  The debate centred on whether the government's tax reforms unfairly penalised individuals undergoing property transfers due to death, divorce, or domestic violence. Opposition members argued the legislation imposed a pun...

• Defence Legislation Amendment (RCDVS Implementation and Related Measures No. 2) Bill 2026; Second Reading

  House of Representatives · Wednesday 1 July 2026 · Phillip Thompson (Herbert) (Liberal National Party) LNP

  The debate centered on the Defence Legislation Amendment (RCDVS Implementation and Related Measures No. 2) Bill 2026, which implemented recommendations from the Royal Commission into Defence and Veteran Suicide regarding...

• Women's Economic Security

  House of Representatives · Tuesday 30 June 2026 · Libby Coker (Corangamite) (Australian Labor Party) ALP

  Libby Coker addressed the House regarding the Albanese government's commitment to women's economic security. She highlighted upcoming reforms to paid parental leave, including extended duration and superannuation contrib...

• Sex Discrimination Amendment (Sex-based Rights) Bill 2026; Second Reading

  House of Representatives · Monday 29 June 2026 · Andrew Willcox (Dawson) (Liberal National Party) LNP

  The debate concerned the Sex Discrimination Amendment (Sex-based Rights) Bill 2026, which sought to restore biological definitions of sex to federal law. Both speakers supported the legislation, arguing that previous ame...

• Superannuation

  House of Representatives · Monday 22 June 2026 · Mary Aldred (Monash) (Liberal Party) Liberal

  The debate centred on the Liberal Party's motion criticising the government for failing to implement mandatory service standards for superannuation funds, particularly regarding delayed death benefit payouts. Mary Aldred...

• Appropriation Bill (No. 1) 2026-2027; Consideration in Detail

  House of Representatives · Wednesday 3 June 2026 · Andrew Hastie (Canning) (Liberal Party) Liberal

  Members debated the Appropriation Bill (No. 1) 2026-2027, with opposition and independent members criticising net zero policies, tax changes, and cuts to apprenticeship incentives, drought preparedness, and nature conser...