Bendigo Centre Against Sexual Assault reports spiked in snap lockdown

Elspeth Kernebone
Updated July 30 2021 - 11:11pm, first published 4:30pm
Kate Wright said CASA saw a substantial increase in people presenting after recent sexual assault during Victoria's most recent lockdown. Picture: NONI HYETT
Kate Wright said CASA saw a substantial increase in people presenting after recent sexual assault during Victoria's most recent lockdown. Picture: NONI HYETT

SEXUAL assaults in Bendigo spiked during the latest COVID-19 lockdown, a support service has warned.

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Elspeth Kernebone

Accident brought me to journalism, but every day convinces me again that strong media is more important than ever. After a starting off as the sole reporter in a tiny NSW town, I’m loving the teeming metropolis that is Bendigo. Focussed on health, business and education. Got a tip? Email elspeth.kernebone@bendigoadvertiser.com.au.

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