Anti-gang legislation: Police Minister accepts rushed nature of last-minute amendment not ideal
Cabinet makes second change to proposed legislation after select committee stage.
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Youth justice watchdogs looking to assess Govt's boot camp pilot
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PM urges people to come forward over historical child sex abuse claims against former Nat minister
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