Queensland appoints Amanda Stoker as domestic violence minister amid criticism
The Guardian reported that Queensland has named right‑wing MP Amanda Stoker as the state’s minister for the prevention of domestic violence.
The Guardian reported that Queensland has named right‑wing MP Amanda Stoker as the state’s minister for the prevention of domestic violence. Stoker, a former federal senator, was appointed on Saturday.
Women’s safety advocates have voiced concerns about the appointment, pointing to comments Stoker made in a 2023 article. In that piece she warned that the recent push to believe complaints “rather than carefully assess[ing] relevant evidence” would harm innocent defendants. She also said people should not “blindly” believe women who make allegations of violence.
Critics argue that her stance could influence how allegations of domestic abuse are handled in the state. The controversy highlights tension between efforts to support victims and calls for due process in alleged assault cases.
Why it matters
The appointment has drawn criticism from advocates who fear the minister’s views may affect the handling of domestic violence allegations.
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