The ACT Government has been accused of going into “panic mode” off the back of the announcement there will be an independent review into how the Territory has been addressing the over-representation of First Nations people in its justice system.

Source: https://the-riotact.com/scepticism-meets-timing-impact-of-review-into-first-nations-incarceration-rates/668414

The impact of harsh laws is particularly felt in the Aboriginal community, with Hayes noting significant over-representation in detention centres, especially in Townsville.

Source: https://westender.com.au/youth-advocacy-centre-backs-reform-in-youth-justice/