$400k cut from program to help young offenders avoid jail

Young South Australian offenders will be offered more support to stay out of prison under a privatised community service program, the State Government says, despite conceding it has cut $400,000 from the program’s funding.

Privatisation sparks concerns over program to help young offenders avoid jail

A South Australian program that helps young offenders complete community service and stay out of prison will be privatised, angering public sector youth workers who fear it could lead to more children being locked up.

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$400k cut from program to help young offenders avoid jail

Privatisation sparks concerns over program to help young offenders avoid jail