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Commission of Inquiry: Foster system and Ashley 'destroyed my life' man says, leading to abuse, homelessness and crime

Adam Holmes
Updated June 17 2022 - 3:32pm, first published 3:30pm
Brett Robinson was taken from his father against his will when just 12 or 13, resulting in abuse in the foster system, homelessness, crime and a traumatic time in Ashley Youth Detention Centre.
Brett Robinson was taken from his father against his will when just 12 or 13, resulting in abuse in the foster system, homelessness, crime and a traumatic time in Ashley Youth Detention Centre.

Brett Robinson loves his father, but following a heated argument when he was 12 or 13, child protection took him from his home and put him into the out of home care system.

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Adam Holmes

Adam Holmes

Journalist at The Examiner and Advocate, Tasmania

From Adelaide to south-west Victoria, Bendigo to Tasmania, I've provided in-depth stories in politics, environmental affairs, issues facing disadvantaged communities, legal affairs and much more. Contact me at adam.holmes@examiner.com.au or on Twitter at @adamholmes010

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