Our sincere condolences go to the family, children and friends of Rhukaya Lake, the Kearsley woman who was brutally murdered on Friday night 30/11/2025. She was the mother of four boys. Her seven year-old son was found in the middle of the street, screaming.
Police arrived to find a horrific domestic violence situation and later arrested Christopher McLoughney, who is known to frequent the Cessnock area.
The Newcastle Weekly “understands the woman is the 58th to die at the hands of domestic violence in 2025.” This is an appalling and totally unacceptable statistic!
Truly, our hearts go out to all those people who have been affected by this heinous crime.
Help can be found at the following family and domestic violence support services:
* Full Stop Australia: 1800 385 578
* 1800 Respect National Helpline: 1800 737 732
* DV Connect Women's Line: 1800 811 811
* 13 YARN 13 92 76
* MensLine: 1300 789 978
* Kids Helpline: 1800 55 1800
* Headspace: 1800 650 890
* Lifeline (24-hour Crisis Line): 13 11 14
* Jodie's Place - 0488 246 693 (24/7)
* Hunter Domestic Violence Support & Advisory Service - 02 4990 9609 (bus. hours)

PHOENIX GROUP FOR WOMEN
We have a free educational workshop that explains how domestic violence affects the lives of victims and children.
One day per week (4-5 hours) lasting 6-7 weeks.
Starting 10am, Friday 14th November.
Call 0488 246 693 to book or to obtain more information.