Regional NSW sees domestic violence rates 65% higher than Sydney; funding boost urged.

Domestic violence rates in regional New South Wales are 65% higher than in Sydney, with assault rates rising 3.5% and sexual assaults up 8.5% over the past decade. The NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research also noted a 12% increase in breaches of apprehended violence orders outside the city. Domestic Violence NSW calls for a 50% increase in baseline funding for services, citing limited resources, transport, and funding in regional areas.