29/01/2026
A current event in our community of Rockhampton is abhorrent, tragic and an atrocity for all of us.
There is no need to mention what this is because it is likely that you will know what I am talking about.
An Act like this against a woman, a sister, is bound to trigger many of us in the community.
Many of us have tragically experienced some level of S/A or D/V and even if we haven't our hearts bleed for our sister.
Many of us may now feel fear in leaving the house, going for a walk/run or going about our normal activities.
Be assured that these reactions are a normal reaction in this abnormal and abhorrent situation.
You are not Alone
I have listed a number of services that are available to you to call and speak to if you are feeling these emotions or have been triggered with the News, the Social Media exposure.
🌼 Queensland S/A Support Services
Women’s Health Information & Referral Service CQ (WHIRS CQ)
Free, confidential counselling and S/A support for adults and youth 12+.
Rockhampton-based with outreach to Yeppoon and Capricorn Coast.
1800RESPECT (National)
24/7 S/A and D/V counselling.
Phone: 1800 737 732
Lifeline (National)
24/7 crisis support.
Phone: 13 11 14
Queensland S/A Helpline
Confidential counselling and support.
Phone: 1800 010 120
Zig Zag Young Women’s and Gender Diverse Resource Centre (Brisbane)
Specialist S/A counselling for young women and gender diverse aged 12–25.
Phone support available statewide. 0738431823
DVConnect Womensline
24/7 crisis support for women experiencing D/V , including S/A
Phone: 1800 811 811
DVConnect Mensline
Support for men affected by violence or trauma.
Phone: 1800 600 636
Your Way Psychology
Tricia Stewart
Psychologist
MPsych;GradDipPsych;BscPsych
MAPS
0427711351
