Wide Bay Sexual Assault Service

29/08/2026

We welcome National Cabinet's commitment to ending gender-based violence and support urgent action being taken to keep women and girls safe.

We are encouraged to see the priorities identified by the National Cabinet align with what Our Watch has heard from governments, practitioners, communities and lived-experience experts across Australia, including the need for stronger action on sexual violence, respectful relationships education, children and young people, and online harms.

The evidence tells us what works to stop violence before it starts. What we need now is coordinated national action to scale prevention so more people, organisations and communities can take action.

Ending gender-based violence will require sustained investment across primary prevention, early intervention, response and recovery. We look forward to continuing to work with governments, organisations and communities to help create a future free from violence.

27/08/2026

No one should have to choose between their safety and the animals they love. That's why Safe Steps helps you plan for your whole family, including the ones with paws.
If you or someone you know is experiencing family and domestic violence, Safe Steps is here 24/7.
📞 1800 015 188
✉️ [email protected]
💬 safesteps.org.au/live-chat
If someone is in immediate danger, call 000.

26/08/2026

25/08/2026

Ending violence is not the responsibility of victim-survivors alone. Every one of us can help shape a safer community.

Research from ANROWS shows that positive bystander action matters, challenging disrespectful behaviour, supporting someone who is being harmed and speaking up against violence supportive attitudes can help change what our communities accept as normal.

Prevention can happen in ordinary moments: a conversation with a friend, challenging a sexist joke, modelling respect for our children, or checking in when something doesn’t feel right.

💜 Become aware. Become informed. Be willing to act. Safer communities are built by all of us.

24/08/2026

We will always share about sexual and domestic violence — but we also want to make space for hope, healing and what life can look like beyond trauma.

Prevention is not only about responding after harm has happened. Australian evidence shows that long-term change comes from building equality, respectful relationships and communities where violence is less likely to occur in the first place.

So alongside the difficult stories, we will also share the things that help people move forward: connection, boundaries, healthy relationships, community support and moments of joy.

💜 We talk about violence because it must change. We talk about hope because change is possible.

24/08/2026

Some days, simply getting through the day is enough. 💜

You don’t have to have everything figured out, and you don’t have to carry everything alone. Be gentle with yourself, recognise how far you’ve already come, and remember — asking for help is a sign of strength, not weakness.

One difficult day does not define your tomorrow. Keep going. 🌿

22/08/2026

Just because someone seemed OK yesterday, doesn't mean they will be OK today. How someone feels can change quickly when experiencing mental health challenges.
Being supportive is checking in and being there through the highs and lows, without judgement or expectation.
A great illustration by ✏️mounika.studio

21/08/2026

Free downloadable posters are available now! 📄📌
As part of our crisis lines campaign, we're trying to make it easier than ever to spread the word about Queensland's domestic, family and sexual violence helplines.
Free & easy to print, these posters can go just about anywhere. Stick one at your workplace, university, health clinic, community organisation, sports club, cafe, pub or local business.
You can make support easier to find when people really need it.
Download your free posters at the link in our bio or at https://www.dvconnect.org/about-us/brochures/
(Pictured is our poster for Sexual Assault Helpline - posters for DVConnect Womensline and DVConnect Mensline are also available)

20/08/2026

The use of violence is always a choice, and there is no excuse for violence.

However, understanding the other factors that increase risk of harm - and working to reduce these - can help keep people safer.

Research from the Alcohol/Drug-Involved Family Violence in Australia (ADIVA) project found that around one third of intimate partner incidents involve alcohol.

The relationship between alcohol and other drugs and domestic and family violence is complex. If you are worried about your use of alcohol and other drugs, support is available.

Adis provides a 24/7 helpline for anyone in Queensland with alcohol and other drug concerns. Contact them on 1800 177 833, or visit their website for an online chat, SMS support program, or other resources. They also feature a directory to help you find a local support service.

If you are experiencing domestic and family violence, help is available.

DVConnect Womensline: 1800 811 811 (available 24/7)

DVConnect Mensline: 1800 600 636 (available 9am - midnight)

Sexual Assault Helpline: 1800 010 120 (available 7.30am - 11.30pm)

19/08/2026

Join us on 3 September for a night of mentoring speed dating. No, you won’t actually be speed dating. It’s more about connecting with mentors from a wide range of professions and having the opportunity to ask questions that you’ve been holding onto!

You can get your tickets here:

https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/green-flags-only-mentor-speed-dating-tickets-1997207645832?aff=oddtdtcreator&utm_id=97757_v0_s00_e0_tv0&fbclid=IwdGRjcATyYK1wZG9mAWZkaWQWUMzwCbC4pmTWAbUFlrC1LpCOXsZFZ2V4dG4DYWVtAjExAHNydGMGYXBwX2lkCjY2Mjg1NjgzNzkAAR79r6f-NHRNCml8si5j571FBewPHEhxJ2AugBNoqqqutttSArDW-X8QSJR0Iw_aem_80XK8V4RYm6_WFIlHLbj8Q