Alleged perpetrators of domestic violence will be banned from cross-examining their victims in court under changes to be introduced by the Turnbull government.

Former Australian of the year Rosie Batty, who campaigned in favour of the change, welcomed the commitment as a "huge victory" for victims escaping violence.

Domestic violence survivor Angela Hadchiti has welcomed the proposed changes. Credit:Wolter Peeters

Attorney-General George Brandis announced in Tuesday's budget that the government will launch a major review of the Family Law Act – the first since it was introduced in 1976.

Senator Brandis said the government would soon release proposed amendments to the act to ensure domestic violence victims cannot be cross-examined by alleged perpetrators who represent themselves in court.