Mum accused of assault with wooden spoon

A mother in Victoria has been accused of assault after using a wooden spoon to discipline her nine year old daughter.

Police warned Claire Davidson she could be charged with assault with a weapon.

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The incident came to light during an anti-bullying discussion at Yea Primary School, north of Melbourne.

Her daughter told year three students her mum smacked her.

A support worker reported the conversation, and police took action by speaking to the family.

Ms Davidson said, "When we went there they took Anna aside, and they had a word to her. They were satisfied no major abuse occurred."

"However it is an offence to smack with a wooden spoon. I was told it was acceptable to use an open hand on the backside, however nothing else."

She told the Herald Sun, "We only use [it] when she is being naughty and we give her fair chance to rectify the situation."