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We asked every Australian state why ligature points in jails had not been removed. Here are their responses

Prison authorities tell Guardian Australia what they are doing to make their inmates safe

The Guardian - AU · Jun 9, 2025

‘Inhumane’ spit hoods still in widespread use across Queensland, despite royal commission recommendations

Inquest into the death of Selesa Tafaifa, who died in prison in 2021 with a spit hood over her head, will resume in Brisbane on Tuesday

The Guardian - AU · Oct 16, 2023

Human rights advocates demand end to strip searches

Queensland's human rights watchdog is calling for an end to routine strip-searching of women in prisons, saying they're dehumanising and don't improve safety.

AAP · Sep 20, 2023

Selesa Tafaifa died in jail with a spit hood over her head – now her family wants them outlawed

Salote Isa'ako had no idea spit hoods were used on prisoners until she saw footage of the final moments of her mother Selesa Tafaifa with one of them over her head.

ABC News · Sep 20, 2022

Qld sex offender indefinitely jailed

Queensland Corrective Services have come under fire after a repeat sex offender had his 10-year supervision order cancelled and was indefinitely jailed.

AAP · Apr 22, 2022