GHA Says No to Domestic Violence

The Geelong Hockey Association says No to Domestic Violence.

Information from the Australian Bureau of Statistics shows that 1 in 5 Australians have experienced partner violence or abuse. Read more…

The Australian Institute of Criminology’s National Homicide Monitoring Program has found 34 women were killed by an intimate partner in 2022-23, an increase of 28 per cent on the previous year. (Statement from the Department of Prime Minister and Cabinet).

As a mark of respect for those impacted by Domestic Violence, all teams will observe a minute’s silence before the commencement of senior matches on Saturday May 4 and Sunday May 5.

For information about setting a good example to others to stop disrespect and domestic violence at the start, read more here…

If you or someone you know is in need of support, please visit this site for information regarding Family Violence Support Services in Victoria.