Morning Mail: Women speak out against Ralph Carr; parent visa ‘horror stories’; trauma on the bird flu frontline

Women who worked for Ralph Carr have accused him of ‘abusive’ and ‘degrading’ behaviour. Composite: Guardian Design

Good morning. Today, in an exclusive investigation, dozens of women come forward to accuse high-profile Melbourne talent manager (and now convicted rapist) Ralph Carr of “terrifying”, “creepy” and “intimidating” behaviour in the workplace.

Plus, we hear about Australia’s $50,000 parent visa that leaves applicants in limbo facing mental anguish and financial hardships – and takes so long to process that some die while waiting.