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Mental Health Legal Services Project launch

Restoring Identity Launch with Tom Calma

The Public Interest Advocacy Centre (PIAC) is an independent, non-profit law and policy organisation that works for a fair, just and democratic society, empowering citizens, consumers and communities by taking strategic action on public interest issues.

3 Sep 2010

Helpline for stolen wages claimants

A looming December deadline for claims lodged with the Aboriginal Trust Fund Repayment Scheme has raised concerns about fairness and transparency.

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3 Sep 2010

Held for six years without a Court order

Joanne Darcy was 19-years-old when she was sent to the Kanangra Centre, an isolated institution at Morriset in NSW. She was held there for six years without a court order. Now she’s suing for unlawful detention.

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27 Aug 2010

Edward Santow appointed CEO

The Public Interest Advocacy Centre has appointed Edward Santow as its new Chief Executive Officer.

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