The term "coward punch" successfully changed how Australians view unprovoked assaults, so why are we still using the soft, cozy word "domestic" to describe horrific acts of violence? 

This powerful segment challenges the media and society to rebrand domestic violence with terms like "intimate terror" to truly reflect the horror victims face.

The term "coward punch" successfully changed how Australians view unprovoked assaults, so why are we still using the soft, cozy word "domestic" to describe horrific acts of violence? 
This powerful segment challenges the media and society to rebrand domestic violence with terms like "intimate terror" to truly reflect the horror victims face.

4BC Drive, live every weekday afternoon. With the latest news, 4BC will keep you updated on your drive home.

4BC Drive, live every weekday afternoon. With the latest news, 4BC will keep you updated on your drive home.

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From "Coward Punch" to "Intimate Terror": Why we must rename Domestic Violence

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The Normanby Hotel has announced it will remain open for a massive 21-hour stretch from 10:00AM today until 7:00AM tomorrow to broadcast the Socceroos' 4:00AM World Cup match against Egypt. 

Assistant Manager Billy Ingham Myers joined Cate Campbell on 4BC Drive to reveal the venue will feature a continuous line-up of major sports, including Wimbledon and the Broncos, while welcoming late-night crowds and families alike.

The Normanby Hotel has announced it will remain open for a massive 21-hour stretch from 10:00AM today until 7:00AM tomorrow to broadcast the Socceroos' 4:00AM World Cup match against Egypt. 
Assistant Manager Billy Ingham Myers joined Cate Campbell on 4BC Drive to reveal the venue will feature a continuous line-up of major sports, including Wimbledon and the Broncos, while welcoming late-night crowds and families alike.

The Normanby Hotel to stay open for 21 hours straight as Soccer fans brace for 4AM World Cup clash

The number of Queensland families unable to pay their electricity bills has almost doubled since last year, pushing 40,000 residents onto energy hardship plans.

Queensland Council for Social Service CEO Amy McVeigh joined Cat Campbell on 4BC Drive to expose the heart breaking reality that one in six Australian children now live in poverty, urging the government to implement a comprehensive families strategy to scale up vital community support systems.

The number of Queensland families unable to pay their electricity bills has almost doubled since last year, pushing 40,000 residents onto energy hardship plans.
Queensland Council for Social Service CEO Amy McVeigh joined Cat Campbell on 4BC Drive to expose the heart breaking reality that one in six Australian children now live in poverty, urging the government to implement a comprehensive families strategy to scale up vital community support systems.

From "Coward Punch" to "Intimate Terror": Why we must rename Domestic Violence

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