NGAARDA NEWS FRIDAY JUNE 9 2023

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NEW REPORT REVEALS BANKSIA HILL CONDITIONS

Yesterday, WA’s official prison inspector released a damning new report on conditions inside Banksia Hill Youth Detention Centre.

PILBARA MP SAYS CHANGE ON ITS WAY IN YOUTH JUSTICE

Pilbara Labor MP Kevin Michel has said the state government is working on changes to WA’s youth justice system.

CROWDFUNDER FOR 13-YEAR-OLD HOUSE FIRE VICTIM

A relative of a 13-year-old boy who passed away in a Geraldton house fire has set up A GoFundMe page for the family’s funeral and travel costs.

KARRATHA HEADSPACE OPENS TO SUPPORT YOUTH MENTAL HEALTH

Yesterday, an official opening ceremony was held in Karratha for Australia’s 150th Headspace centre.

HITCHHIKERS IN SIGHTS OF ROEBOURNE POLICE

In the Pilbara, Roebourne Police have warned they are currently targeting hitchhiking.

KARRATHA COUNCIL PREPARES FOR GOVERNANCE CHANGES

The City of Karratha is preparing for changes to its governance structure following new state government legislation.