Queensland report shows 44 percent of released prisoners return to custody
A Queensland report revealed that 44 percent of prisoners released in 2022-23 returned to custody within two years. The audit office criticized Queensland Corrective Services for inadequate rehabilitation planning, noting a significant rise in prison population, with 12 of 13 facilities above capacity. The agency accepted five recommendations to improve reintegration efforts.
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Published 07 Jul 2026, 05:03 UTC · Updated 07 Jul 2026, 05:10 UTC
Summary by OZbrief Editorial. Original report: ABC News – Australia. Editorial policy · Corrections
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