Child Sexual Abuse

The arrests of Joshua Brown and David James are indicative of an alarming trend within Australia’s childcare industry elucidating the need for urgent reform.

Recent legal action initiated against Sydney Swans exposes the vulnerability of young athletes prompting a broader conversation about the role of sporting institutions in protecting child safety.

We are seeking witnesses who attended Catholic Church services at Woorinen North Community Hall (1965–1968) where Gerald Ridsdale was present. Any information could assist a survivor of child sexual abuse in an ongoing legal investigation

Were you at Mt Warrigal Primary in the late 1990s? Your information may assist in a sensitive legal matter. Contact Koffels Solicitors confidentially

Mandurah Catholic College faces scrutiny over past allegations of mistreatment. Survivors are urged to step forward, share their stories, and seek the justice and support they deserve.

If you or someone you know were affected by abuse at Kelso Primary, our legal team can help you seek civil compensation. Contact us for a confidential consultation today.

In May 2025, a 64-year-old former employee was charged with 11 counts of rape, three counts of indecent assault, and two counts of indecency at Ashley Youth Detention Centre in Tasmania

Survivors of historical abuse by Ted Dowlan and Brother Wilfred Eastmure at Cathedral College can seek civil compensation. If you or someone you know was impacted, our firm is here to provide compassionate, confidential legal support.

Gerald Ridsdale, one of Australia’s most prolific paedophiles, has died in prison. His death marks the end of a life defined by decades of abuse and institutional cover-ups.