Sexual abuse: Australia to establish student safety ombudsman

New body will have investigative powers and ability to settle complaints when universities behave ‘unreasonably’ – including recommending fee refunds

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February 23, 2024

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February 23, 2024

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Ballarat, Australia, March 15, 2017 Hundreds of colourful ribbons attached to the fence of St Patricks Catholic Cathedral in support of survivors of child sexual abuse, Ballarat, Victoria, Australia

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