Bathurst Bishop Calder apologizes to abuse victim Beth Heinrich after 70 years
Beth Heinrich received a long-awaited apology from Bathurst Bishop Mark Calder for abuse suffered 70 years ago at a church-run boarding house in Central West New South Wales. Calder acknowledged the appalling abuse by Reverend Donald Shearman and its lasting impact on Heinrich's education and reputation. Heinrich hopes her story encourages other victims to come forward.
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Published 22 Jun 2026, 06:23 UTC · Updated 22 Jun 2026, 06:30 UTC
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