Family Violence Act 2018, ss 90, 91 and 96; Care of Children Act 2004, ss 4, 5, 5A, 58 – 60
You should seek help and report this to the police. Violence against you or your child is a crime.
You can also get legal protection against family violence by getting a Protection Order. If you have a Protection Order against the other parent, they won’t be allowed to live with you or see your child, unless you agree.
For more information on protection from family violence, see the chapters “Family violence and elder abuse” and “Parents, guardians and caregivers” in the Community Law Manual