‘Heinous’: Ministers defend reforms after revelation of alleged rape of girl in residential care
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Source: The Age
Published: 2026-08-26 13:25 UTC+10:00
Section: National / Queensland
Factuality Score: 95
Opinion Category: Neutral
Topics: Crime & Justice, Australia, Labour & Workers, Sexual Violence, Crime & Justice
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Snippet:
Police have confirmed they are investigating the alleged rape of a girl in residential care by a worker, as Queensland ministers vowed to crack down on abuse and exploitation of vulnerable children in the child safety system.
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