Radio Interview 16 July 2025
Dawn House chief executive Ana Aitcheson says they are having to turn away up to 200 women fleeing domestic violence each month, with the shelter constantly running over capacity with no end in sight after the NT Government axed long promised funding of $6.5 million to expand capacity.
ABC News 16 July 2025
Five changes domestic violence experts say could make the Northern Territory safer for women.
ABC News 15 July 2025
Northern Territory's domestic violence sector at 'crisis point', turning away hundreds of women.
Media Release 18 June 2025
Broken Promises, Broken Shelter Government Abandons $6.5M Redevelopment of Dawn House – Nothing Built, Funding Gone!
Dawn House Women’s Shelter has criticised the Northern Territory Government for removing $6.5 million in promised redevelopment funding from the 2025–26 Budget, despite no prior warning and no progress on the project. Pledged in 2021 to upgrade ageing crisis accommodation, the funding was quietly dropped after a year of planning discussions. CEO Ana Aitcheson called the move indefensible, stressing that demand for safe shelter is growing and the decision puts vulnerable women and children at further risk.
Media Release 13 June 2025
Support Women and Children in Crisis This EOFY
As tax time approaches, Dawn House is calling on businesses to help women and children escaping domestic violence. Your tax-deductible donation supports emergency accommodation, essential supplies and safe housing. Every contribution helps provide safety and hope.
