This report describes 262 homicide incidents recorded by state and territory police between 1 July 2023 and 30 June 2024. The report covers homicide incidents, victims of homicide and homicide offenders. There were 277 victims of homicide an – increase of 30 victims from 2022–23 and the second largest number of homicide victims recorded in...

This research examines rates of self-reported sexual violence perpetration among a community sample of adult Australian residents. Data for this study were drawn from an online survey of Australian residents aged 18–45 years. The broader purpose of this survey was to understand the relationship between pornography use and sexual violence perpetration and victimisation.

Ensuring the wellbeing and safety of children is paramount. Yet, filicide - the killing of one’s own child, is the second most common type of domestic homicide in Australia after intimate partner homicide. This report presents the first national figures for filicides that have occurred in Australia in the context of domestic and family violence.

The Australian Law Reform Commission invites stakeholder submissions in relation to the questions raised in this issues paper. The questions focus on the information, support, and options available to victim survivors following their experience of sexual violence.

This strategy outlines actions to reduce knife crime and make the Northern Territory a safe place for all Territorians. It builds on existing research from across Australia and around the world to ensure a holistic approach to addressing knife crime.