The Crisafulli Government announces new NQ Domestic and Family Violence Hub

In the past year Townsville has experienced a worrying increase in domestic and family violence offences but a new centre is looking to fill the gaps in the system and help survivors recover.

In the past year, Townsville has seen a disturbing rise in domestic and family violence — but a new hub is aiming to be a game-changer, expanding access to critical support services for victims and survivors.

As part of the 2025-26 Queensland Budget, funding for a new hub in North Queensland that will provide around the clock support to people living in or fleeing from DFV situations.

The hub is set to be delivered by July 2026 and will look to understand the issues DFV survivors and victims face in regional and Indigenous communities by working alongside local services and incorporating their on-the-ground knowledge and experience.

Planning and engagement with local services and stakeholders has already begun for the project.

This hub will be vital for the community, which in the last year has experienced a 13.3 per cent increase in domestic and family violence offences and a 24.1 per cent increase in DVO contraventions by perpetrators.

The newly announced hub will provide 24/7 support and is set to be open by July next year.

One of the most worrying statistics however is the massive 64.8 per cent increase in recorded domestic violence strangulation offences.

Member for Thuringowa Natalie Marr said DFV is plaguing the community at an unacceptable rate.

“I’ve been listening closely to the voices that matter most: victims, survivors, frontline workers, and our dedicated local services and I’m pleased our Government is delivering the support needed,” she said.

Member for Thuringowa Natalie Marr. Picture: Evan Morgan

“This initiative is about delivering real outcomes for our community, ensuring every North Queenslander has access to immediate, local support in their darkest moments. Together, we’re building a stronger, safer future for our families and our region.”

The $379 million government funding package will look to provide more resources to victims and survivors but also target high-risk DFV offenders by rolling out GPS trackers and DV safe phones.

The minister for the prevention of domestic and family violence, Amanda Camm, said the North Queensland hub will be victim focused.

“When a victim calls a 24/7 crisis line they need to know it will be answered, and that the people they’re talking to know their community and how best to assist them in their toughest moment,” Minister Camm said.

“It is crucial we work with local services in the set up of this NQ Hub, so that we deliver the best outcomes for victims of domestic and family violence.”

Member for Mundingburra and Assistant Minister for Community Safety Janelle Poole said her policing experience has shown that there is a dramatic difference in outcomes if services aren’t available 24/7.

Member for Townsville Adam Baillie said this funding commitment was essential to establish a dedicated crisis response.

Originally published as The Crisafulli Government announces new NQ Domestic and Family Violence Hub