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In acknowledging that child sexual abuse involving multiple teachers and multiple victim-survivors occurred at Beaumaris Primary School (and extending to other schools) during the 1960s and 1970s, the Victoria Government established the Inquiry with the aims of making an official public record of survivors' experiences, of developing a shared understanding among Victorians of the impact of child sexual abuse, and of supporting those affected.

The Process
The Inquiry is accepting submissions until 12 October 2023. Hearings will begin after that date, and the Final Report is due on 28 February 2024.

Governing Legislation
Inquiries Act (2014)

Governing Authority
Victorian Government

Public Hearings
There will be public hearings.

Private Sessions
Registrations for private hearings are currently being accepted.

Institutions
Beaumaris Primary School; currently 18 other Victorian government schools are also in the scope of the Inquiry's terms of reference.

Cost
Up to $4,500,000 has been authorised.