Event Brief
Oct 15, 2026 at 2:06 AM ET
WA government announces inquest into three children's deaths
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The Western Australian government has announced a coronial inquest into the deaths of three children killed by their mother in Port Hedland in 2022. Attorney General John Quigley requested the inquest after a sustained campaign by the children's grandmother, Dorothy Papertalk; her request was denied last year. Papertalk hopes the inquest will provide answers and lead to wider change in South Hedland.
WHO: The Western Australian government, at the request of Attorney General John Quigley
WHAT: Announced a coronial inquest into the deaths of three children killed by their mother.
WHEN: Reported Oct 15, 2026 at 1:42 AM ET
WHERE: Western Australia, Australia
WHY: The inquest was requested after a sustained campaign by the children's grandmother for answers and ongoing political pressure.
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