Claudia Long
Claudia is a federal politics reporter in Parliament House, Canberra. Since joining the bureau in 2018, she's specialised in health, disability, education and women's affairs reporting. She also provides analysis for flagship ABC programs including Insiders, AM and RN Breakfast. Instagram TikTok
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Disability organisations facing redundancies as community prepares for royal commission and NDIS changes
Disability groups say federal budget funding cuts will leave them less able to support vulnerable Australians as the government rolls out widespread changes to services and supports.
New research shows how intervention could protect children from DV-related deaths
The first study tracking the murder of children by parents in domestic violence situations is released.
Disability groups urge government to make significant changes to NDIS bill amid fears it will have negative impact
They're also frustrated with the recommendations of the government-led Senate inquiry into the legislation describing them as "profoundly disappointing and disrespectful".
How will people with disability be involved in designing changes to the NDIS?
The federal government is committing to work further with the disability community to design changes to the National Disability Insurance Scheme.
How criminals are rorting NDIS participants for drug trafficking
NDIS participants have been forced to hand over cash for criminals to buy drugs, and later harassed by the fraudulent providers.
Medicare to be audited for sexism in rebates, starting with ultrasounds and contraception
Doctors and midwives say Medicare rebates are rife with sexism, with some larger for faster and less complex procedures for men.
Should late home delivery of alcohol be banned to help bring down rates of violence against women?
Advocates and MPs say the government must stand up to the alcohol lobby if it's serious about stopping violence against women and children.
Parliament worker has seizure after request for lighting change not acted on
A staff member in Parliament House has had a seizure after the Department of Parliamentary Services denied requests to adjust lighting in their office.
Expert panel to tell government how to prevent violence against women and children
The federal government has been heavily criticised by the domestic, sexual and family violence response sector following its budget. Today its "rapid review" of how to best prevent violence against women will begin in Sydney.
Would you use these conversation starters? A new consent campaign targeting parents wants you to
Ads on social media, billboards and television will direct parents towards a new website.
Doctors call for more screening for domestic violence during pregnancy check-ups
Clinicians say regular, consistent screening of pregnant women for depression and childhood trauma could help detect those who are victims of intimate partner violence.
'Trickery and deception': Frontline domestic violence services say federal budget a let-down
Domestic, family and sexual violence organisations are warning they will need to start winding back services because the federal government hasn’t invested enough in the sector in its latest budget.
Federal budget: Winners and losers
Are you a winner or a loser in this year’s budget?
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The budget will have a 'multi-billion-dollar' wage boost in two female workforces, but what else will be in it?
Among a pile of budget papers deposited on the desks of journalists will be a booklet outlining how the government's financial plans will help Australian women. Here's what you need to know.
'We have reached saturation point on consultation': Experts call for action to address gendered violence
Attendees at the crisis talks on murdered and missing women say they have got the answers to help stop the scourge but they need governments to walk the walk, not just talk the talk, if they are serious about ending it.
Will a new scholarship fund for nurses be enough to bridge major gaps in women's health?
Labor will spend $50 million to fund 1,850 places in the Primary Care Nursing and Midwifery Scholarship Program over four years.
Women with disabilities fear government response to domestic violence threat will leave them behind
While those fleeing a violent partner are eligible for a $5,000 payment, that doesn't apply to those trying to escape a carer or family member.
Government knocks back expanding escaping violence payment despite sector calls
More than half of those who have previously applied for the payment have either been declined or failed to complete the process.
'Their blood pressure's through the roof': Why pregnant women are struggling to access essential medications
Doctors say patients are having trouble getting blood pressure medications and other medicines for issues like autoimmune diseases.
One in seven people admit to using tech to sexually harass colleagues at work, new data shows
Young people and women are particularly at risk, with work and personal emails or phones most commonly used by perpetrators.
Gender inequity 'baked into the system' for Medicare rebates, doctors' group says
Women's health specialists say gender bias in rebates for medical procedures is costing women more money and disincentivising women's health practitioners.
'Really, really disappointing': Rosie Batty calls on federal government to better fund domestic violence response
The former Australian of the year and family violence prevention advocate has called on the government to increase funding for gendered violence prevention and make it more consistent.
Patients struggle to access non-hormonal contraception amid confusion about supply
Australian women are struggling to get copper intra-uterine devices (IUDs), with suppliers and authorities at odds over whether there is a shortage.
'They think you're calling them racist': Student survey shines light on one of Australia's top universities
A student-led report that surveyed more than 800 people studying at one of Australia's most prestigious universities has found more than two thirds have either experienced or witnessed casual racism.
DIY cervical cancer screening is on the up. Here's how you do it
More than a quarter of patients are choosing the self-testing option.