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Flowers and a plush toy on the side of the kerb across the road from a police paddy wagon and a burnt out home.

Program: Hopes for domestic violence help

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As another horror period of domestic violence unfolds, there's anger and sadness over the pervasive scourge. But there's also a sense of hope around a plan to help identify victim-survivors early and support them to get help.

And if you're in an abusive situation, or know someone who is, call 1800 RESPECT on 1800 737 732. If it's an emergency, call 000.

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In just the last seven days, two women and three children have been killed in three separate incidents.

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