Queensland Police officers responding to domestic and family violence incidents will have the power to issue on-the-spot 12-month Police Protection Directions, also known as Domestic Violence Orders from next year.

The Queensland government says they have consulted with stakeholders on the proposed changes.

But victim-survivor advocates, particularly First Nations women, are concerned these increased police powers will harm those most in need of protection.

Image: Image: Shutterstock – Ruslan Shugushev

Produced By: Netta Finney Mejía

Featured In Story: Karina Hogan – Aboriginal/South Sea Islander Woman, DFV Advocate, Independent Journalist, Producer & Board Director, Kate Smith – Founding Director, Broken to Brilliant, and Nadia Bromley – CEO, Women’s Legal Service Queensland

First aired on The Wire, Friday 11 April 2025