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Yes, Mr Abbott, things are a bit out of control

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imagePrime Minister Tony Abbott speaks with a child after laying a wreath on Eddie Mabo's grave on Mer Island in the Torres Strait on Monday.Tracey Nearmy/AAP

“I think it is a bit out of control and I think it’s important … not just to talk about tighter management … but actually do it.”

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