Five-month delays for counselling of violent men: As Australia struggles with a surge in calls for help to domestic violence services, treatment programs for violent men are also struggling to meet demand.

The article discusses the surge in calls for help to domestic violence services in Australia and the struggles faced by treatment programs for violent men to meet the demand. It highlights recent incidents of domestic violence and emphasizes the need for resources to keep women and children safe. The article also calls for ongoing support, such as increased unemployment payments and secure housing, to help victims of domestic violence escape abusive relationships. It emphasizes the importance of primary prevention, including education on consent, respectful relationships, and healthy masculinity. The article acknowledges the need to understand and intervene with high-risk men who have mental or physical health issues. It concludes by highlighting the funding challenges faced by domestic violence services and the limited options available for victims due to the lack of safe and affordable housing. [Extracted from the article]