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St Mary’s Cathedral College in Sydney has faced significant scrutiny due to multiple allegations of institutional child sexual abuse over the years. This article examines the incidents associated with known perpetrators such as William Peter Standen, Brian Mills, and Brother Richards. Each has been linked to claims of serious misconduct, with some leading to convictions.

William Peter Standen:

• Role: Former principal of St Mary’s Cathedral College.
• Crimes: Standen was convicted of indecently assaulting 18 boys during the late 1970s and early 1980s. The abuse took place while he was a dormitory master at a Catholic boarding school in southern NSW.
• Impact: His actions had a profound and lasting impact on the victims, many of whom have struggled with the trauma for decades.

Brian Mills:

• Role: Former lay teacher at St Mary’s Cathedral College.
• Allegations: Mills has been accused of sexually and physically abusing a student in the late 1960s. These allegations have brought to light the severe misconduct and abuse of power by some staff members during that period.
• Current Status: Information on the current legal status of these allegations is limited, but they have contributed to the broader understanding of historical abuse within educational institutions.

Brother Richards:

• Role: Headmaster of the primary school at St Mary’s Cathedral College.
• Allegations: Richards has been accused of extreme physical abuse during his tenure. These allegations include severe disciplinary actions that went beyond acceptable boundaries, causing significant physical and emotional harm to the students.
• Impact: The allegations against Richards have highlighted the need for stricter oversight and accountability within educational institutions to prevent such abuses.

If you or someone you know has been affected by the abuse at St Augustine’s Marist Brothers’ College, it is crucial to seek justice and compensation. Our team at Koffels Solicitors and Barristers is here to support you every step of the way. With expertise in handling historical institutional child sexual abuse cases, we are committed to ensuring that survivors receive the justice they deserve.

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