# Government’s Dirty Trick Exposed | Adelaide News

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Podcast: [Adelaide News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/adelaide-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7575068)
Published: 2026-09-18T08:19:17+00:00
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The Western Australian government tried to dodge its legal responsibility by appealing a $3 million abuse compensation award to survivor Dion Barber — even though it had already paid him, promising not to take it back. Their excuse? Staff acted in “good faith,” but the Supreme Court rejected that, calling it a dangerous precedent that could undermine justice for 200 others. The court ruled the government must fight claims openly in court, not behind closed doors seeking legal loopholes to save money. Comparing their actions to a church sending a child to an abuser, Barber’s lawyer slammed the state’s tactics. Despite government assurances, Barber says he’s still waiting for an apology — and his case will be the litmus test for whether this ruling actually sparks real change. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Sources: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-09-18/failed-wa-appeal-against-dion-barber-abuse-compensation-analysis/107138008 More coverage & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/dbb2a2a7af37c55b Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai.

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