- The Crisafulli Government is putting victims first and delivering on a key election commitment to support survivors of domestic and family violence.
- The first of three new HOPE Hubs officially opens at Orion Springfield Central in Ipswich.
- The delivery is part of the Crisafulli Government's $7.8 million investment in Beyond DV to provide wrap-around support services including trauma-informed programs, helping rebuild victim-survivors' lives.
The Crisafulli Government is delivering vital, wrap-around support services for women and children experiencing domestic and family violence in the Ipswich region.
After the former Labor Government oversaw a 218 per cent increase in the number of DFV related incidents, the Crisafulli Government is delivering more protections for victims sooner.
Victim-survivors recovering from DFV will be able to access support including trauma-informed programs, social, health, housing, legal, and financial assistance with the delivery of the new HOPE Hub at Orion Springfield Central.
The Springfield Hub is key milestone, as it is the first of three hubs to be established as part of a $7.8 million investment over five years.
Building on the success of the Carindale HOPE hub, the newly established Springfield HOPE Hub offers a trusted one-stop shop for recovery services.
Beyond DV will operate the Springfield site, ensuring victim-survivors have access to safe, confidential, and accessible support services.
This latest delivery continues the Crisafulli Government's investment in protections for victim-survivors of domestic and family violence that include:
- Police Protection Directions to provide immediate protections for victims.
- GPS tracking for high-risk DFV perpetrators, to give victims more peace of mind.
- A new North Queensland-based DFV hub to double Queensland's 24/7 domestic and family violence crisis response.
- Uplifting DVConnect's answer rate from 47 per cent in October to 78 per cent in March 2026.
- Establishing Queensland's first sexual violence peak and fast tracking the DFV peak, four years earlier than Labor planned, to build a strong specialist sector.
Minister for the Prevention of Domestic and Family Violence Amanda Camm said today's opening was a significant step forward in putting victims first in the Ipswich region.
"After a decade of decline, the Springfield HOPE Hub will provide a safe, discreet and welcoming space for local victim-survivors to access the support they need to recover and rebuild their lives," Minister Camm said.
"Shopping centres are ideal locations for these hubs, offering an accessible entry point for victim-survivors while reducing the stigma often associated with seeking help.
Ipswich Mayor Teresa Harding said she was grateful to the Queensland Government for investing in essential support services for the Ipswich community.
"Ipswich is the fastest growing city in Queensland, with Springfield and neighbouring Ripley at the forefront of this growth. Having the new HOPE Hub opening in Springfield will ensure Ipswich families can reach the support they need, close to home," Mayor Harding said.
"This investment recognises that domestic and family violence is a complex challenge for all cities and this Hub offers a one-stop shop to make a real difference for those rebuilding their lives."
Founder and Managing Director of Beyond DV Carolyn Robinson said she was grateful to the Crisafulli Government for recognising the urgent need for accessible recovery and prevention services for victim-survivors of domestic and family violence.
"This investment by the Crisafulli Government will help ensure more Queenslanders can access support earlier, before situations escalate further, and that can have a life-changing impact," Ms Robinson said.
"Having the Springfield HOPE Hub located within Orion Springfield Central helps make support more visible, approachable and accessible for people who may otherwise never seek assistance.
"The HOPE Hub model is designed to remove barriers to support by creating a safe environment where people can walk in, ask questions, seek advice and access practical help provided by trained staff, seven days a week."
Mirvac Orion Springfield Central Portfolio Manager Melanie Hodge said the opening of the HOPE Hub was a milestone she was truly proud of.
"Shopping centres sit at the heart of local communities, and by hosting this trauma-informed, wrap-around support service, we have an opportunity to make a genuine difference in the lives of victim-survivors of domestic and family violence across the Springfield region," Ms Hodge said.
"This is about using our space for purpose and ensuring that people who need safe, confidential support can access it in a welcoming and familiar setting.
"We are honoured to be part of this partnership with Beyond DV and the Queensland Government, and we look forward to seeing the profound impact the HOPE Hub will have for years to come."
Designed to provide a welcoming and supportive environment, the Springfield HOPE Hub features a reception area and private consultation rooms for confidential counselling, as well as a training room, and balcony breakout space.
The new HOPE Hub is staffed seven days a week by a dedicated team, including a trained counsellor, receptionist and a coordinator.
