In this oral history interview held by the National Library of Australia, John Padfield reflects on his work in the child protection system in Victoria. He discusses his time working at Allambie and Winlaton, attitudes towards children in care and their families, and the impact of permanent care on children.
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Prepared by: Sarah Green
Created: 18 July 2013, Last modified: 4 December 2014
Last updated: 7 August 2023
Cite this: https://www.findandconnect.gov.au/ref/vic/biogs/E000893b.htm
First published by the Find & Connect Web Resource Project for the Commonwealth of Australia, 2011
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