Widespread community debate about consent behind spike in number of sex assaults being reported

Gabriel Fowler
June 11 2021 - 5:00am
Alarming spike in sexual assaults in Hunter Region
Alarming spike in sexual assaults in Hunter Region

SEX assault victims are coming forward in record numbers due to widespread community debate about consent, and media coverage of high profile cases, researchers say.

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Gabriel Fowler

Gabriel Fowler

Senior Journalist

Community health & welfare, social justice, investigations, general news. Gabriel.Fowler@newcastleherald.com.au

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