Call for Witnesses Archives : Koffels Solicitors and Barristers

This section brings together articles inviting individuals to come forward with information that may assist in matters involving historical institutional child sexual abuse.

The articles published here relate to specific institutions, locations, or time periods where survivors have reported abuse, and where additional witness accounts may help clarify what occurred or how an institution operated at the time.

Information provided by witnesses can be important in establishing context, corroborating experiences, or understanding institutional practices, particularly in cases where records are limited or events occurred many years ago.

We recognise that coming forward can be difficult. The material in this section is intended to explain why witness information may be sought, what it may involve, and how individuals can make contact in a confidential and supportive way if they choose to do so.

The articles below are published to assist survivors, former staff, students, residents, and others who may have relevant knowledge to understand how their information could be shared safely.

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Witnesses Sought: Patrician Brothers College Liverpool 1970s Abuse Allegations

Seeking witnesses from Patrician Brothers College (All Saints Catholic School), Liverpool NSW, around 1970. Confidential support available.

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Call for Witnesses – St Joseph’s College, Ouyen (1983–1985)

Koffels Solicitors & Barristers are seeking witnesses who attended or worked at St Joseph’s College, Ouyen during the early to mid-1980s. Confidential information from former students or staff may assist a Survivor in a historical abuse matter.

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Call for Witnesses: Yeoval Public School (NSW), 1983

Koffels is seeking witnesses from Yeoval Public School (NSW) around 1983. Confidential information is sought regarding alleged abuse by a former teacher during class time. Former students, staff, and community members with relevant recollections are encouraged to contact us.

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Call for Witnesses: Noel Greenaway at Ormond School (1973–1974)

We are seeking information about former staff member Noel Greenaway at Ormond School during 1973–1974. Witness accounts can assist Survivors pursuing civil compensation. All enquiries are handled with confidentiality and respect.

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Call for Witnesses: Inverell Primary Schools (1970s–1980s)

We are seeking information from anyone who attended primary schools in Inverell, New South Wales, during the 1970s to 1980s in connection with investigations into incidents of historical child sexual abuse.

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Call for Witnesses: Castle Hill Baptist Church Sunday School & Youth Camps (Late 1990s)

We are seeking information from anyone who attended Castle Hill Baptist Church Sunday School or youth camps in the late 1990s regarding a sexual abuse matter involving a youth worker. All information will be treated confidentially.

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Witnesses Sought: Holy Name School Carlisle WA – 1980s

We are seeking information from former students, staff, and community members of Holy Name Catholic School, Carlisle, WA, in the 1980s who recall Ms. M. Brough. Even small recollections could support Survivors and assist ongoing investigations.

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Witnesses Sought: Christian Brothers College Kalgoorlie — Brother Martin (O’Loghlen)

We are seeking information about Brother Martin (O’Loghlen), a Christian Brother who taught at schools in NSW, WA, SA and VIC, including Christian Brothers College Kalgoorlie. Even small details could help support Survivors and assist in achieving justice.

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Witnesses Sought: Marist College Kogarah – Brother Romuald (Francis Cable)

We are seeking information about Brother Romuald (Francis Cable) at Marist College Kogarah and cadet camps around 1968. Even small details may help establish timelines and support Survivors pursuing justice for historical institutional abuse.