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After a deadly month for domestic violence, the message doesn't appear to be getting through

  • Written by Silke Meyer, Senior Lecturer in Domestic and Family Violence Practice, CQUniversity Australia
Australia has launched countless domestic violence campaigns over the years. So, why haven't they shifted public attitudes on the problem? Joe Castro/AAP

On average, at least one woman is killed every week at the hands of a current or former partner in Australia. Last month, the numbers were even more alarming. Nine women were killed in October - se...

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