15-05-2025
Queensland inquiry hears of far-reaching effects of elder abuse
On today's program:
Harrowing tales of how the elderly are treated in their own homes are being told across Queensland. It's part of the Queensland Government's parliamentary inquiry into elder abuse, which is currently visiting the north of the state. Reporter: Conor Byrne (Cairns)
Wind farm developers are offering multi-million-dollar payments to neighbours of their projects in a bid to ease tensions over who benefits. Supporters hope the move will bridge the gap between "haves and have-nots", but critics say real coexistence still has a long way to go. Reporter: Brandon Long (Toowoomba)
Youth crime has troubled the remote Kimberley town of Fitzroy Crossing for years, with break-ins, car thefts and antisocial behaviour making headlines and sparking calls for action. But a new community-led initiative focused on getting kids of the streets at night is starting to show signs of real change. Reporter: Rosanne Maloney (Broome)
