'Make that call': The region where two-thirds of residents are affected by family violence

Rafaella MeloReporter·Hawkes Bay Today·20 Jun, 2026 06:00 PM4 mins to read‌A Hawke’s Bay survey found 66% of people have experienced or know someone who experienced family violence. Photo / UnsplashA Hawke’s Bay survey found 66% of people have experienced or know someone who experienced family violence. Photo / UnsplashA Hawke’s Bay mother arrived at a Women’s Refuge safe house with a split lip, a big lump on the back of her head, and no idea where to turn next.“I just had so many emotions going through,” she said of her 2019 experience.

“What do I do now?