'The partial defence of provocation ... has attracted criticism. Over the past 20 years, review and reform of the partial defence of provocation has led to its abolition in several Australian jurisdictions.'

(Rogers v R [2021] NSWCCA 61, [42])

Is there a place for partial defences to murder, or should they be abolished? Discuss with

reference to TWO of the following partial defences:

(i) extreme provocation; (ii) excessive self-defence;