# Minister Defends Cuts Amid Rising Pressure | Australia News

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Podcast: [Australia News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/australia-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7569932)
Published: 2026-07-13T06:12:44+00:00
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Queensland’s domestic violence minister is under fire for slashing funding to prevention services, even as a tragic murder of a 30-year-old mother ignites national outrage. With budget cuts slashing support by nearly $30 million over two years and staff reductions looming, critics demand her resignation. Despite claims that funds are being reallocated through a phased strategy — with no public tracking — the opposition calls it a failure. The victim’s grieving sister, now raising her infant, says more must be done. The minister offers condolences, acknowledging too many women have died — but accountability remains elusive as the state faces mounting scrutiny. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/412e8e695d1be3b5

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