institutional sexual abuse

Former Hobart teacher Keith Athol Bates-Willie has been found guilty on 14 charges of child sexual abuse spanning decades. We explain the verdict, key evidence, defence arguments, and what to expect as the Tasmanian Supreme Court prepares for sentencing.

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.

A former Sydney childcare worker has been charged with child sexual abuse. Six centres are linked to allegations. A further 52 are named, with no evidence of offending. Families are urged to seek legal guidance.

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.