Historical Child Sexual Abuse

The Keith Athol Bates-Willie trial details decades of alleged abuse at Tasmanian schools. We cover the allegations, defence response, and what to expect next as the jury prepares to deliberate in this significant historic abuse case.

Survivors have come forward with claims of child sexual abuse at Wagga Wagga institutions in the 1980s–90s. Learn about the allegations, legal developments, and the rights available to survivors under NSW law

After a Victorian childcare worker was charged with over 70 child sex offences, urgent concerns have been raised about systemic failures and the need for stronger national safeguards across early childhood education.

This article outlines abuse allegations at St Virgil’s College in Hobart during the 1970s–80s and invites survivors or witnesses to come forward for confidential legal advice on civil claims or redress alternatives

Witnesses are sought regarding abuse at Mosman Church of England Preparatory School between 1973 and 1978 involving former teacher Warwick Cole. All information will be treated confidentially. Your voice could help support survivors and assist ongoing legal investigations.

We are calling for witnesses from Tarlington Primary School NSW in the mid to late 1980s. Information about misconduct or abuse involving a maintenance worker may support a survivor’s legal case. All enquiries are treated with strict confidentiality.

Allegations of historical abuse at Ballam Park Technical School have come to light. Former students may be entitled to compensation through civil claims. Learn more about your options.

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

We are seeking witnesses from De La Salle College Revesby (1978–1983) who may have information about corporal punishment or abuse on school grounds. Your insight could be crucial in an ongoing legal investigation to support a survivor’s case.