Prison union says new correction facility ‘needed 10 years ago’
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Source: The Age
Published: 2026-05-23 15:55 UTC+10:00
Section: National / WA
Factuality Score: 100
Opinion Category: Neutral
Topics: Crime & Justice, Australia, Labour & Workers, Tax & Budget, Crime & Justice
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The WA Prison Officers Union has welcomed increased security funding announced in the state budget to protect its members, but says a new facility is needed to address WA’s overcrowded prison system and address staff turnover.
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