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Kimberley leaders urge people to report abuse after former bishop is jailed

Kimberley leaders urge people to report abuse after former bishop is jailed

A former bishop in Broome was sentenced to more than six years in prison for sexually assaulting two young men.

Community leaders hope the sentence encourages more people to speak up about abuse.

The current bishop says the Catholic Church acted too slowly and must do better.

Advocates say abuse can cause lasting harm, and people need support to heal.

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