July 02, 2024
Prison To Shut Doors
After the shock announcement on Wednesday, June 26, that Dhurringile Prison would close, 160 staff members face job losses. The closure is set for August 31, giving staff roughly nine weeks to find alternative employment. An anonymous employee expressed feelings of sadness, disbelief, and shock, noting the impact on families where both partners work at the prison. Despite promises of support from Victorian Corrections Minister Enver Erdogan, the regional location complicates relocation options. State Member for Northern Victoria, Rikkie-Lee Tyrrell, criticized the government's handling of the closure, calling for adequate support for affected staff.
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