Domestic violence has not only increased over the last year, but victim advocates say the brutality of attacks and severity has also skyrocketed.
Last year Checkpoint was told by experts that it would be one of the worst years yet for domestic violence - exacerbated by Covid-19.
Louise Ternouth reports.
Where to get help:
Women's Refuge: (0800 733 843)
It's Not OK (0800 456 450)
Shine: 0508 744 633
Victim Support: 0800 650 654 HELP
Call 24/7 (Auckland): 09 623 1700, (Wellington): be 04 801 6655 - 0
The National Network of Family Violence Services NZ has information on specialist family violence agencies.
Lifeline: 0800 543 354 or text HELP to 4357
Suicide Crisis Helpline: 0508 828 865 / 0508 TAUTOKO (24/7).
This is a service for people who may be thinking about suicide, or those who are concerned about family or friends.
Depression Helpline: 0800 111 757 (24/7) or text 4202
If it is an emergency and you feel like you or someone else is at risk, call 111.
