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Rudi Maxwell

Child protection a 'disgrace' say mental health experts

The case of an Aboriginal boy who took his own life in state care sparked calls to fund prevention. (Richard Wainwright/AAP PHOTOS)

Still reeling from the tragedy of a 10-year-old Aboriginal boy who took his own life in state care in Western Australia in April, First Nations mental health experts are calling for proper investment in preventative measures.

Tania Brown, chief executive of Indigenous mental health not for profit Thirrilli, said the death of any child by suicide is a tragedy.

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