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White text reads, "Breaking Silence".

9m

This compelling series about domestic abuse in New Zealand will change the way you think about violence towards women.

Made with the support of NZ On Air

8 episodes

Simonne Butler

In 2003, Simonne Butler survived a horrific attack at the hands of her abusive partner. In this episode, Simonne shares her story and insights into how to identify and survive domestic abuse.
Season 1/Episode 1
9m

David White

In 2009, David White's daughter Helen was shot dead by her multimillionaire husband, Greg Meads. Now a campaigner against domestic abuse, David holds meetings and speaks publicly about the issue.
Season 1/Episode 2
10m

Diamonds in the Ring

Can boxing help abuse survivors regain their self-respect? Former world champion boxer Daniella Smith runs Diamonds in the Ring, a boxing gym for woman, many of whom spent time at women's refuges.
Season 1/Episode 3
10m

Jeremy Eparaima

Can abusive men change their behaviour? Simonne meets Jeremy Eparaima to find out. Jeremy was a serial abuser until his mid-40s. Now, he campaigns against domestic abuse.
Season 1/Episode 4
10m

Shakti

Simonne interviews Farida on the issues migrant women face, such as forced marriage, the impact of shaming and silence, the pressures to stay in unhealthy marriages, and extreme isolation.
Season 1/Episode 5
10m

Financial Abuse

Sarah used to be a well-paid professional. She pictured domestic abuse as like scenes from the movie Once Were Warriors. She didn't realise she was becoming subject to extreme financial and psychological abuse.
Season 1/Episode 6
11m

Woven Earth

Escaping an abusive marriage in Australia taught Kerryn how hard it is for women and children to restart their lives. We follow Kerryn as she sets up a house for a family on behalf of her newly formed charity.
Season 1/Episode 7
10m

Say Something

Domestic abuse affects many Pacific families, but it is rarely spoken about. Simonne meets the actors from "Say Something," a video dramatising domestic abuse in a Pacific family.
Season 1/Episode 8
10m

Trailers & bonus video

Season 1 Trailer

This compelling series about domestic abuse in New Zealand will change the way you think about violence towards women.
Season 1/
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