Australia politics live: boost for national domestic violence helpline after huge increase in calls for help

Social services minister, Tanya Plibersek, calls on governments and services to do more to protect victims of domestic violence. Follow today’s news liveGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastAfter just one year in the ABC Sydney Drive chair, Chris Bath is leaving the afternoon slot she inherited from Richard Glover who hosted the program for 26 years.She will be replaced by Thomas Oriti, the host of the national Breakfast program on ABC NewsRadio and Background Briefing on ABC Radio National.
Bath told listeners.:Timing in life is a funny thing, and I’ve decided to step down from Drive to pursue some passion projects and different opportunities away from the news cycle that have been beckoning for years.I know I’m leaving Drive listeners and my team in safe and kind hands with Thomas Oriti.ABC Radio Sydney has always been part of my life – I grew up listening to it, and it’s shaped the way I think about journalism and storytelling. To now be joining the team as Drive presenter is a real privilege. I’m excited to connect with listeners across the city and continue the tradition of thoughtful, engaging radio. Continue reading...