新南威尔士州的一项调查显示,农村地区的青年犯罪源于贫穷和创伤,儿童年仅九岁就吸毒,有些人宁愿为了稳定而坐牢。 A NSW inquiry reveals youth crime in rural areas stems from poverty and trauma, with kids as young as nine using drugs and some preferring jail for stability.

新南威尔士州对区域和农村地区青年犯罪的调查发现,有9岁的儿童吸毒,青年宁可坐牢而不愿住不稳定的家,以及越来越多的妇女参与暴力行为。 A New South Wales inquiry into youth crime in regional and rural areas has found children as young as nine using drugs, youth preferring jail to unstable homes, and rising female involvement in violence. 证词强调贫穷、创伤和缺乏机会是其根本原因,许多青年人由于其结构和安全而在拘留期间蓬勃发展。 Testimonies highlighted poverty, trauma, and lack of opportunities as root causes, with many young people thriving in detention due to its structure and safety. 该报告由MP Edmond Atalla牵头,建议扩大青年中心,建立转移中心,促进心理健康和教育服务,增加对土著社区控制的组织的供资,以及改进转诊系统。 The report, led by MP Edmond Atalla, recommends expanding youth hubs, creating diversionary centres, boosting mental health and education services, increasing funding for Aboriginal Community-Controlled Organisations, and improving referral systems. 安理会强调,早期干预和整体支助,而不是更严格的警务,至关重要。 It stresses that early intervention and holistic support, not tougher policing, are essential. 预计2026年初将提交关于警务和立法的后续报告。 A follow-up report on policing and legislation is expected in early 2026.