Child Protection Services in Victoria investigate reports of child abuse - physical, sexual and neglect.

http://www.cyf.vic.gov.au...

http://www.cyf.vic.gov.au/child-protection-family-services

All Victorian children require a nurturing and supportive family and community to enable them to achieve their full potential. For vulnerable children who are exposed to child abuse and neglect we need to ensure that they are protected and supported so that they can have the best chance in life.

http://www.health.vic.gov.au...

http://www.health.vic.gov.au/childrenatrisk

The "National Framework for Protecting Australia's Children" is designed deliver a substantial and sustained reduction in child abuse and neglect in Australia. It represents an unprecedented level of collaboration between Australian, State and Territory governments and non-government organisations to protect children. Placing children's interests firmly at the centre of everything we do.

http://www.fahcsia.gov.au...

http://www.fahcsia.gov.au/sa/families/pubs/framework_protecting_children/Pages/default.aspx