Queensland’s abuse support services are receiving a financial boost.

The state government has announced an additional $36 million in funding that will go to frontline domestic, family, and sexual violence support services over the next 12 months.

Premier Steven Miles said the figure was an increase of 20% of the current funding, calling on the federal government to match it. 

Donna Demaio, Australian Correspondent, told Mike Hosking that the Prime Minister has called a national Cabinet meeting tomorrow to discuss the call to action.

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Queensland’s abuse support services are receiving a financial boost. 
The state government has announced an additional $36 million in funding that will go to frontline domestic, family, and sexual violence support services over the next 12 months. 
Premier Steven Miles said the figure was an increase of 20% of the current funding, calling on the federal government to match it.  
Donna Demaio, Australian Correspondent, told Mike Hosking that the Prime Minister has called a national Cabinet meeting tomorrow to discuss the call to action. 
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