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Victorian Labor Promises New Legislation on Domestic Violence

Updated 2026-09-19 19:25 UTC 1 source Neutral

Premier Ben Carroll of Victorian Labor has pledged to introduce new legislation, including a form of manslaughter and increased penalties for rape.

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Victorian Labor promises new offences to close domestic and family violence ‘loopholes’

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2026-09-19 19:00 UTC