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NT child protection system 'in crisis'

The Northern Territory opposition is calling for extra resources and reviews following the sexual assault of a two-year-old girl in Tennant Creek.

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The child protection system in the North Territory is in "crisis" and the community is "crying out for help", the NT opposition leader says.

The sexual assault of a two-year-old girl at Tennant Creek last week has bought into sharp focus the need for more police, public servants and alcohol licensing inspectors to help a community in crisis, Gary Higgins says.

"This incident is a sad reflection on the Northern Territory and we must all do what we can to ensure this never happens again," Mr Higgins said.


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