AUSTRALIA
The Border Mail
Derrick Krusche and Rachel Browne
30 Jun 2017
Ballarat clergy sexual abuse survivors hope Cardinal George Pell’s trial will not distract from implementing the royal commission’s recommendations.
Peter Blenkiron, who was abused by disgraced Christian Brother Edward Dowlan, said whether Cardinal Pell was guilty or not was a red herring.
“If we focus on one person, on one issue, then that can distract the whole community and eclipse what really needs to change,” he said.
“We must not take our eyes off the ball and we must make sure all recommendations are implemented.”
The $500 million inquiry is Australia’s longest royal commission, starting in 2013 and due to finish with a final report to the federal government in December.
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