Grappling with the issue of domestic violence is never an easy task as the causes, consequences and culpabilities are so varied.

Certain cases in New Zealand have highlighted the general abhorrence of society at criminal acts such as those committed by family members of toddler Nia Glassie. Eradicating domestic violence in New Zealand is likely only achieved by tackling the root causes.

For an analysis of these root causes and where government has gone wrong, see Graham Clark and Russell Watkins' latest blog.