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flag Rural town Bourke in NSW experiences high crime rates, advocating a new approach addressing socio-economic issues and addressing police staffing shortages.

flag Bourke, a rural town in northwest New South Wales, is facing a severe crime wave, with property and violent crime rates over 50% higher than Sydney. flag Community leaders, including retired mayor Barry Hollman and Alister Ferguson from the Maranguka Community Hub, are advocating for a new approach to crime prevention that addresses socio-economic issues and the needs of the Indigenous and youth populations. flag Suggestions include higher pay and relocation assistance for police to combat staffing shortages.

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