I think people should be thinking about the likelihood of most people ever being assaulted or robbed; pretty low, I would have thought. Sensible behaviour and good locks are the best means of self-defence. I had and used firearms from the time I was 15 until about 20 years ago. In that time, I never had reason to use guns for anything but game and targets. In the past 20 years, disarmed, I have still not needed even a stick to defend myself physically. Some people seem to live in an imaginary world where everyone else is out to get them.

I'm unaware of what the various Statutes are in each State when it comes to self-defence? But I understand, whatever the circumstances are, if you use force against another person, to protect your property; other people on your property; or yourself; and that individual dies, you will be required to appear before the Coroner's Court.

There, to be examined by the Coroner, or counsel assisting the Coroner, as to what precisely happened, to cause that death, and whether there are any material facts that exist, that might show excessive force was employed?

Australia's type of jurisprudence, like Great Britain's, always places the protection of human life, at the very top of the tree. Accordingly, irrespective of the circumstances, a Coronial Inquiry will dig around, quite profoundly indeed, to ensure there was no other option available, other than to resort to the use of deadly force, in the circumstances.

There goes Steele again, the very amateur psychologist, delving into peoples' brains and airing his views on what people think.

I posted this item to highlight the fact that the Australian Governments don't care two hoots about peoples' welfare in comparison to some other countries.
Forget about firearms, Australians are not allowed to possess anything for the purpose of self-defence, not even a cricket bat.

Hi. there IS MISE...

Sadly my friend you're completely correct, as the law stands!

SR,
Perhaps you should take any stats from the Victorian government with a big grain of salt given their track record on truthful statements. Last I heard they were still denying that there were African youth gangs at large, yet all of Melbourne knew better and the media recorded them. Then there was a female police commissioner that was caught out telling porkies about crime stats.

So I will go with my gut feeling that crimes like home invasions are increasing and citizens need to strongly consider some sort of home protection. For me a large caliber, high velocity rifle would put the odds in my favour against a machette

"Forget about firearms, Australians are not allowed to possess anything for the purpose of self-defence, not even a cricket bat."

If you got caught with a cricket bat and said it was for the purpose of self defense, you'd probably get charged for it being a weapon.

This is unrelated but in the same category 'But not in Australia...'
Australia: Abusers Not Welcome
http://youtu.be/Z8ahx-I1Ieo

Skip to 17:42 for the segment mentioned above.