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My daughters don’t know his name, but they quietly carry my fears of Mr Cruel

WAtoday Bunny Banyai

5 Oct 2026 19:00 AEDT First person Somebody’s own experience, in their words. Summary

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For my generation, the Mr Cruel crimes unfolded in two chapters: first as frightened children, and now as frightened parents.

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WAtodayas they published this story	88.4

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Brisbane Times My daughters don’t know his name, but they quietly carry my fears of Mr Cruel Niral 88.4 · mostly calm political 0 The Age My daughters don’t know his name, but they quietly carry my fears of Mr Cruel Niral 88.4 · mostly calm political 0 The Sydney Morning Herald My daughters don’t know his name, but they quietly carry my fears of Mr Cruel Niral 88.4 · mostly calm political 0