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Nick Gibbs

Navy life does not favour abuse: chief

Vice Admiral Michael Noonan believes sailors are now more likely to report abuse. (AAP)

Long periods at sea in close quarters onboard Australian Navy vessels does not explain reported rates of sexual misconduct, a royal commission has been told.

Australian Navy Chief Vice Admiral Michael Noonan believes cultural reform undertaken over the past two decades means sailors are now more likely to report abuse.

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