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Family calls for inquest into ACT prison officer's death

The family of Ashley Martin, an ACT corrections officer who died by suicide in 2024, is demanding a public coronial inquest into alleged systemic failures.

Why it mattersQuestions government duty of care to correctional staff; exposes alleged pension system failures that may affect other officers.

AustraliaACT corrections policy and mental health support for emergency workers; sets precedent for systemic accountability.

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Woman with 39-page criminal record refused bail after burglary two days after release

Woman refused bail after allegedly stealing from a unit just two days after release.

Why it mattersThe quick cycle from release to reoffending shows a real challenge for the justice system managing repeat offenders with underlying health problems.