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Amnesty Criticises Australia’s Lack of Focus on Youth Crime Initiatives

Amnesty International has criticised the Albanese government’s apparent lack of funding for youth crime prevention in the federal budget.
Amnesty Criticises Australia’s Lack of Focus on Youth Crime Initiatives
Amnesty International has questioned the Australian government's lack of funding for youth crime diversion.Pixabay
Crystal-Rose Jones
Crystal-Rose Jones
5/18/2024|Updated: 5/18/2024

Youth crime is a hot topic across Australia, with data showing underage offending is on the rise across the nation.

In an election year, it has become an issue politicians cannot afford to ignore.

Crystal-Rose Jones
Crystal-Rose Jones
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Crystal-Rose Jones is a reporter based in Australia. She previously worked at News Corp for 16 years as a senior journalist and editor.
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