Following an emergency National Cabinet meeting, the Government announced nearly $1 billion of additional funding to combat violence against women.

The Prime Minister has declared  the issue a "national crisis" and says his government is acting with urgency. But does the funding injection go far enough, or are more wrap around services needed?If you need support, help is available from 1800 Respect (1800 737 732) or Lifeline on 13 11 14

Jacqueline Maley, Columnist and Senior Writer at the SMH and The Age joins Fran Kelly and Patricia Karvelas on The Party Room.

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