Sydney women's refuge opens second site after federal funding rejection
Mary's House Services is opening a second Sydney refuge funded by donations after the federal government rejected its housing application.
Why it mattersThe gap between refuge supply and demand for domestic violence services is widening, and charities are stepping in where government support falls short.
AustraliaWomen and children fleeing domestic violence in Sydney face months-long waits for refuge; the new site will ease pressure but demand keeps rising.
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