NT Chief Minister dismisses concerns about child protection changes as 'hysteria'
By Jacqueline Breen, Lara Stimpson, Elsie Lange, and Stewart Brash

Northern Territory Chief Minister Lia Finocchiaro has labelled concerns about proposed child protection changes as "hysteria", a day after the prime minister called for "respectful" consultation with outraged Aboriginal groups.

https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-05-22/nt-chief-min-calls-child-protection-concerns-hysterical/106707124

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NT Chief Minister labels concerns about child protection changes 'hysteria'

Northern Territory Chief Minister Lia Finocchiaro has labelled concerns about proposed child protection changes as "hysteria", a day after the prime minister called for "respectful" consultation with outraged Aboriginal groups.

Parents of children in foster care say 'black eye' concerns were ignored
By Courtney Barrett Peters

The parents of two children in Northern Territory foster care have spoken out about their "heartbreaking" experience with the system, saying concerns their daughter was being abused by her foster family were brushed off by the department.

https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-05-22/parents-speak-out-about-child-protection-system-nt-foster-care/106702188

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Parents of children in foster care say 'black eye' concerns were ignored

The parents of two children in Northern Territory foster care have spoken out about their "heartbreaking" experience with the system, saying concerns their daughter was being abused by her foster family were brushed off by the department.

Death of Peter Hollingworth: A Legacy Defined by Office and Oversight

Former Governor-General Peter Hollingworth died in Melbourne on May 19, 2026, aged 91. His legacy includes social advocacy and controversy over child abuse cases.

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Peter Hollingworth, Australia's 23rd Governor-General, has died at 91. His time in office was marked by controversy regarding his handling of child sexual abuse allegations within the Anglican Church.

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Peter Hollingworth dies aged 91 in Melbourne

Former Governor-General Peter Hollingworth died in Melbourne on May 19, 2026, aged 91. His legacy includes social advocacy and controversy over child abuse cases.

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Teacher denies allegations of harming adopted baby during trial

📰 Original title: Teacher denies molesting and murdering baby he and partner were adopting

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Teacher denies allegations of harming adopted baby during trial

Jamie Varley, a 37-year-old teacher, appeared at Preston Crown Court to deny accusations of sexually abusing and murdering 13-month-old Preston Davey, the infant he and his partner John McGowan-Fazakerley were in the process of adopting. The prosecution alleges that Preston died from being smothered and suffered injuries indicative of sexual assault. During his testimony, Varley repeatedly denied causing any physical or psychological harm to the child, insisting that Preston was never sexually abused. He acknowledged taking numerous photographs and videos of Preston, some of which showed the baby without clothes, but described them as innocent and done with good intentions. Varley explained that certain messages expressing frustration about Preston's behaviour were exaggerated and part of his dramatic personality. The couple, who began their adoption process in 2021 and were approved in early 2023, had created a specially decorated nursery for Preston and celebrated his arrival with friends. Varley recounted the challenges of adapting to parenthood, including the baby’s sleeping patterns and minor injuries from play. He also addressed incidents that were later scrutinised by authorities, emphasising that he never intentionally harmed Preston. Both Varley and McGowan-Fazakerley face multiple charges, including murder, indecent assault, and cruelty, with the trial ongoing.

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Gary Glitter's Bid for Freedom Denied, Remains Incarcerated

Gary Glitter, 81, will stay in prison after the Parole Board refused his release again due to ongoing risks to children. His next review is pending.

#GaryGlitter, #ParoleDenied, #PrisonNews, #ChildAbuse, #UKJustice

https://newsletter.tf/gary-glitter-parole-denied-again-may-2026/

Gary Glitter, 81, has been denied parole for the latest time. He will remain in prison serving his 16-year sentence for abuse.

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Gary Glitter's Freedom Denied Again by Parole Board

Gary Glitter, 81, will stay in prison after the Parole Board refused his release again due to ongoing risks to children. His next review is pending.

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What Ariel Sellers’ Court Records Tell Us About The Child Welfare System

The state wanted the girl and her siblings to have a permanent home. The Kaluas were willing. But were they able?

Honolulu Civil Beat
Elon Musk’s X fined $650,000 after failing to comply with Australian child safety notice

Australian eSafety legal notice issued to US-based company for failing to provide information on how it was tackling online child abuse material

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Breaking: Musk's X admits noncompliance with Australian child protection request
By Andrew Thorpe

Elon ​Musk's social media company X Corp has ​admitted ‌to not complying with an order from Australia's eSafety commissioner to ⁠provide information about the measures it has in place ​to stop ‌child exploitation on the X platform.

https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-05-21/x-admits-noncompliance-with-australian-child-protection-request/106704850

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Musk's X ordered to pay fine for failing to comply with child protection request

Elon ​Musk's social media company X Corp has ​admitted ‌to not complying with an order from Australia's eSafety commissioner to ⁠provide information about the measures it has in place ​to stop ‌child exploitation on the X platform.