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A Queensland working group tackling domestic violence system failures has delivered a damning report revealing a broken, fragmented system where victims are repeatedly let down. Police and legal responses are inconsistent, services lack cultural sensitivity and trauma-informed care, and victims often face systemic barriers — including housing instability and financial insecurity. The group specifically criticized the Queensland Police Service for mishandling domestic violence complaints, calling for a civilian review board. Victim-survivors voiced frustration over delays in prosecutions and a loss of trust in law enforcement. Alarmingly, the police disbanded their specialist domestic violence unit, citing “mission creep.” While the government highlights some service improvements, the full report remains confidential — leaving victims feeling invisible and trapped in a cycle of inadequate support.

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