Man with DV convictions cleared to work with children as church minister

A man with prior domestic violence convictions has been permitted to work as a church minister and engage with children in New South Wales. The decision came after an appeal to the NSW Civil and Administrative Tribunal (NCAT), which heard his case before new legislation took effect in September last year.

The tribunal's ruling means the man can now fulfill his role as a minister, a position that involves working closely with community members, including children. This case represents one of the final appeals processed under the previous legal framework governing such appointments and suitability assessments.

Details surrounding the specific nature of the domestic violence convictions and the evidence presented to the tribunal were not immediately available. However, the outcome signifies that the man has met the criteria set by NCAT for suitability, allowing him to continue his ministry.