# Retired Principal Sentenced for Abuse | 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: 2026-07-02T06:27:15+00:00
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A retired school principal, now 70, has been jailed for four years after admitting to sexually abusing a teenager over a year on Flinders Island — a crime the judge called a “very grave breach of trust,” fueled by manipulation and causing lifelong trauma. Despite his age and remorse, the court noted the abuse didn’t stop on its own, and while parole is possible after two years, Sykes showed no reaction during sentencing — as the court underscored the devastating, lasting impact on victims. 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. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/455b03229d08d8b7

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