Queensland tribunal rules unlawful detention of children violates human rights
A Queensland tribunal found the state unlawfully detained three children in an adult watch house without private toilet access from June 2021 to 2022. The ruling requires Queensland to apologize for violating the children's human rights, which included degrading detention conditions. Youth Advocacy Centre CEO Katherine Hayes highlighted systemic issues affecting minors in custody across Queensland.
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Published 13 Jul 2026, 09:00 UTC · Updated 13 Jul 2026, 09:10 UTC
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