SA Police statistics show family and domestic abuse is on the rise in the Hills, increasing by more than 20% at Mt Barker in recent months.
In the latest reporting period, between July 1 of 2023 and March 30 this year, there were 94 family and domestic abuse related offences in the 5251 postcode area, which includes Mt Barker, Mt Barker Springs, Mt Barker Summit, Wistow and Bugle Ranges...
