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Charges dropped against country doctor accused of indecent assault

Source: abc.net.au Published Mon, 10 Aug 2026 04:02:10 +0000

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Key context: Charges of indecent and unlawful assault against obstetrician John Mateljan, 74, were discontinued, with the doctor awarded $45,000 in court costs. This development from abc.net.au highlights ongoing changes in the sector.

Charges of indecent and unlawful assault against obstetrician John Mateljan, 74, were discontinued, with the doctor awarded $45,000 in court costs.

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