Earlier this year Murray Island became embroiled in a political controversy.

In April the winning candidate in local government elections was stripped of his victory by a controversial state law.

And advocates for victims of sexual abuse fighting for change have long called for more support, now a new project in New South Wales could provide some much needed relief.

Hosted by Karla Grant on Thursday Island. Living Black Series 17 Episode 11, Broadcast 18 November 2012 CC #LivingBlackSBS