‘Lack of Remorse’: Aboriginal Author, Former CEO Jailed for Sexually Assaulting Staff Member
The Queensland author and former PhD holder had co-written a book telling the story of local history from the Aboriginal perspective.
TL;DR
- Kerry Nigel Blackman, 69, was sentenced to 18 months' imprisonment.
- He was found guilty of four counts of sexual assault against a woman in her 20s.
- The assaults took place while Blackman was aged between 60 and 66.
- Blackman previously led the Bundaberg-based Gidarjil Development Corporation.
- He was recognized for his contributions to Indigenous community development.