The highest number of domestic violence assaults occur on New Year's Day, reports state Member for Dubbo Dugald Saunders.
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He is calling on constituents to report unusual or suspicious behaviour to police and seek support from specialist services if need be.
They include 1800 RESPECT on 1800 737 732, the NSW Domestic Violence Line on 1800 656 463, the Men's Referral Service on 1300 766 491, Link2Home on 1800 152 152 and Lifeline on 13 11 14.
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"Unfortunately, the celebratory season can quickly turn into one of tragedy, with many suffering at the hands of a violent partner or family member," Mr Saunders said.
"We know that domestic violence is seasonal, with BOCSAR (Bureau of Crime Statistics & Research) data revealing that domestic violence assaults increase by 35 per cent in summer compared with winter.
"The statistics also tell us that the number of violent offences on New Year's Day is the highest all year."
In an emergency call triple zero.
