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In Australia, one in four women experiences domestic violence from an intimate partner. Here are some of their stories.
From: 101 East
Behind Closed Doors: Domestic Violence in Australia
101 East examines why domestic violence touches so many Australian women and asks what is being done to turn the tide.
9 Dec 2016
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