Linda Burney has defended the Albanese Government's response to the Alice Springs crime surge, telling Sky News Australia she has been 'working collaboratively over the last six or seven months both with the NT government and community organisations'.
The national discussion is centered around the law's expiration in July and whether the lapse led to the surge in youth crime that locals have experienced since.
“We also expect the report to reflect what is going on in the community and some recommendations and a number of options about a way forward.” While admitting the issues in the remote town were “incredibly challenging”, Ms Burney said protecting women and children was at the forefront of future government action.
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