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flag Prison officers strike over lenient sentence for inmate who assaulted staff, sparking safety concerns.

flag Prison officers at Cessnock and Bathurst Correctional Centres in New South Wales have gone on strike over the lenient sentence given to Cameron Welsh, who assaulted four staff in a 2025 incident, leaving two permanently unable to work. flag A magistrate sentenced Welsh to a three-year community corrections order without adding jail time to his existing sentence, sparking outrage among correctional workers who say the decision undermines their safety and sends a dangerous message. flag The Public Service Association called the ruling a “slap in the face” and warned it could encourage violence against officers. flag The strike has reduced staffing and secured facilities, with potential disruptions to court operations. flag NSW Corrections Minister Anoulack Chanthivong acknowledged staff concerns but stressed that judicial decisions are independent and not grounds for industrial action. flag An urgent hearing at the Industrial Relations Commission is scheduled to address the dispute.

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