Children to be better protected from abuse, 19 February 2019
Advancing child safety: one year on, 15 December 2018
ACT shares in important National Apology, 22 October 2018
ACT commits to implementing Royal Commission recommendations,15 June 2018
Laws to protect children expanded to include religious institutions, 8 May 2018
ACT signs national agreement on Redress Scheme, 1 May 2018
Consulting on reform to child sexual abuse offences, 22 March 2018
Action taken on lessons from the Royal Commission, 20 February 2018
Government law reform improving access to justice, 25 January 2018
ACT welcomes Royal Commission recommendations, 15 December 2017
Government to strengthen Reportable Conduct Scheme to protect children, 1 November 2017
Government tables Working with Vulnerable People Legislative Review, 27 October 2017
ACT Government supportive of survivor focused scheme, 26 October 2017
Ombudsman oversight to help safeguard children, 28 June 2017
New reportable conduct scheme to better protect children, 9 June 2016
New measures to improve the investigation of child abuse, 15 February 2016
View all ACT Government media releases at: http://www.cmd.act.gov.au/open_government/inform/act_government_media_releases
The work of the Royal Commission and the ACT Government’s response may bring up strong feelings and questions. Be assured you are not alone, and that there are many services and support groups available to assist. Some options for advice and support include 1800 Respect, Lifeline on 13 11 14 and the National Redress Information Line on 1800 737 377.