Member for Burnett Stephen Bennett has called for urgent action from the Palaszczuk Labor Government, following distressing new figures relating to domestic violence in Bundaberg and the Burnett.
Today’s data released by Queensland Police revealed breaches to domestic violence orders have reached a record high in the Wide Bay.
In the past 12 months there have been 1,840 breaches across the region.
That’s an increase of 7.5% or 128 cases.
Shadow Minister for the Prevention of Domestic and Family Violence Stephen Bennett MP said these figures are remarkably sad.
“It’s tragic, absolutely tragic,” he added.
“Something has clearly gone terribly wrong when breaches of DV protection orders continue to rise this fast.
“I am calling on Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk to finally take action on domestic, family and sexual violence.
“Delaying action is making the situation worse, while child safety and sexual violence continues to plague Queenslanders every day.
“The LNP has a strong track-record in addressing family and domestic violence.
“Labor’s plan clearly isn’t working properly.
“They need to lift their game and fast – Queenslanders desperately need some leadership.”
05.02.19