“Hundreds march to parliament to honour alleged domestic violence victim”
Key points from Theage
- Hundreds gathered at Cardigan Street, Carlton for a smoking ceremony.
- The event honoured 21-year-old Jayda Allen Bonner, allegedly murdered by her partner.
- A 31-year-old man turned himself in and was charged with murder.
- Mourners called for change and spoke of preventing domestic violence.
- Advocacy groups highlighted systemic failures in protecting Aboriginal women.