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Former Catholic Bishop Convicted of Sexually Abusing Aboriginal Men

Published Thursday, August 13, 2026 · Updated August 13

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  • Former bishop of Broome Christopher Alan Saunders, 76, was found guilty of 13 sex offences on Thursday following a jury trial in the West Australian district court.

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  • The Guardian

    The article highlights the exploitation of power imbalances within the Catholic Church, particularly against vulnerable Aboriginal men, and the systemic issues that allowed such abuse to occur over an extended period.

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