Calls for service overhaul after spate of alleged domestic violence deaths in WA
ABCThe peak body for WA's family violence services is calling for the state government to review how its systems could better protect domestic abuse victims and prevent future deaths. Key points: WA has experienced a spate of alleged domestic violence deaths There are calls for an overhaul of support services An emotional vigil was held outside WA's parliament house on Tuesday night It comes after police allege two Perth women were killed by their partners in the past month. Centre for Women's Safety and Wellbeing CEO Alison Evans — who held an emergency meeting with several of WA's domestic violence agencies last week – says the system must be urgently reviewed Calls for more government support in addressing family and domestic violence Photo shows Alison Evans wears a brown top and a solemn expression Domestic violence support services say they are "depending" on further investment from the state government to combat the problem, saying women and children are "living in fear right now". Ms Woodley's mother, Meretta Kickett, made a passionate plea for more action to address domestic violence – particularly among First Nations people.
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