It was announced last Thursday, Member for Cook, Billy Gordon, will not be facing charges over domestic violence allegations levelled against him in a reported statement by the Queensland Police Service.

Queensland Police have advised that there was insufficient evidence to press any charges on the domestic violence allegations a police statement said.

“After careful consideration of the investigation and legal opinion, it was determined there was insufficient evidence to lay charges in relation to these allegations,” the statement said.

Mr Gordon has welcomed the statement advising the media that the last eight months have been an extraordinarily traumatic time for himself and his immediate family.

“I will be considering all legal options that can be taken against individuals who have been involved in these viscous and vexatious charges against me and what affect they will have on my future ongoing work as the Member for Cook.

The issue of domestic violence is on the federal governments agenda with the announcement of Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull’s unveiling of a $100 million package to tackle issues around domestic violence in Australia.

“Disrespecting women does not always result in violence against women. But all violence against women begins with disrespecting women,” he said.

“We as leaders, as a government make it a clear national objective of ours to ensure Australia is more respecting of women. We must become a country which is known for it’s respect for women,” said Mr Turnbull.

The Minister for Women Michaelia Cash reported that the very first decision of the Turnbull cabinet was to endorse a $100 million safety package against domestic violence.

“I believe this sends a very very clear message to the Australian people that this government places respect for women and gender equality and domestic violence absolutely at the forefront of it’s agenda,” said Ms Cash.

Regarding Mr Gordon, he said he had no further comment at this stage on being cleared of the allegations of domestic violence and would also make no comment on the matter that is presently before the courts regarding the charging of a Cairns woman for extortion.

“I want to thank all of my friends and supporters who have placed their faith in me during this most difficult time.

“I remain committed to the Palaszczuk government and continue to have great confidence in the Premier's leadership and her government’s courage and credibility,” said Mr Gordon.