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25 May 2026
Queensland is poised to overhaul life sentences by expanding “restricted prisoner” status to include all life-sentence inmates, potentially locking away killers like Gerard Baden-Clay for at least another decade beyond his original 15-year non-parole period. This bold move, championed by Corrective Services Minister Laura Gerber, aims to ensure life truly means life for the most heinous offenders, especially those who’ve shattered families like the Baden-Clay tragedy. Victims’ advocates, including Allison’s sister Vanessa Fowler, applaud the shift, calling it long overdue recognition of lifelong trauma. The government also plans to overhaul the parole board, prioritizing victim input and transparency — even publicizing decisions when appropriate — to restore trust and justice for grieving families. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/c9e811a9b33abf4c
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