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Melbourne woman placed in abusive foster home receives record $2.6m payout

Foster care survivor Amy suffers with complex physical and mental disorders after her time in care. (ABC News: Danielle Bonica)

A Melbourne woman has been awarded $2.6 million in compensation for the abuse and neglect she suffered in Victoria's foster care system.

Warning: This story contains details of sexual abuse that may be disturbing to some readers.

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