NSW:Bali Boy returns home amid secrecy

AAP General News (Australia)
12-05-2011
NSW:Bali Boy returns home amid secrecy

A hessian screen has greeted a 14-year-old Australian schoolboy as he returned home
after being caught buying marijuana in Bali and spending two months in detention.

The boy from Morisset Park, near Newcastle touched down in Sydney with his father this morning.

The family has closely guarded the boy's identity throughout his ordeal - he's worn
a balaclava throughout all public appearances and the family home is now shielded from
public view by hessian bags.

The Nine Network has also vehemently denied an exclusive deal with the family, after
rumours resurfaced today.

The federal government's welcomed the teenager's arrival back in Australia and NSW
Premier BARRY O'FARRELL says, if asked, he'll seek advice on providing support to the
boy.

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