Australia NewsAustralian Government Unveils Trial Aid Program for Women Escaping Domestic ViolenceSavePrintMinister for Families and Social Services Anne Ruston during a press conference at Parliament House in Canberra, Australia, on March 24, 2020. Sam Mooy/Getty ImagesAAP10/16/2021|Updated: 10/16/2021SYDNEY, Australia—Women escaping violent relationships will be eligible for one-off federal welfare payments of up to $5,000.We had a problem loading this article. Please enable javascript or use a different browser. If the issue persists, please visit our help center.Share this articleLeave a commentAAPAuthorAustralian Associated Press is an Australian news agency.Author’s Selected ArticlesIsraeli President Cancels Visit to Melbourne Synagogue Over Security ConcernsFeb 12, 2026Victorian Premier Denies Turning Blind Eye to CFMEU CorruptionFeb 11, 2026Albanese Pushes Israeli President on Australian Aid Worker’s DeathFeb 11, 2026Victoria Moves to Allow Up to 20-Storey Developments in High-Activity SuburbsFeb 11, 2026Related TopicsAustraliaCommentAdd to My ListSaveShare