Content Warning: the following contains discussion of domestic violence which may be distressing for some.

Over 5000 voices of lived experience – that’s how many spoke up to inform South Australia’s first Royal Commission into domestic, family and sexual violence.

The final report, centring largely on those voices was handed down Tuesday.

Commissioner Natasha Stott Despoja, told media some of the stories will “haunt me and my team forever.”

Premier, Peter Malinauskas, said Voices, an additional document included “some pretty harrowing stories.”

The 700-page report – With Courage: South Australia’s Vision Beyond Violence, includes four key pillars and 136 recommendations, sparking hope amongst advocacy organisations this could offer a pathway to change.

If you or someone you know is struggling with domestic violence, help is available – call 1800RESPECT  1800 737 732, or 13YARN, 13 92 76

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Produced By: Emma Wotzke

Featured In Story: Mary Leaker – CEO, Embolden , Dr Catherine Earl – SACOSS, CEO, and

First aired on The Wire, Thursday 21 August 2025