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Gammy’s Australian parents on 60 Minutes

The beleaguered Australian parents of baby Gammy have come out of hiding – to tell their story to 60 Minutes this Sunday.

“We never comment on any commercial arrangements between 60 Minutes and our interview subjects but given the nature of this story, it’s important our viewers know that no money has been or will be paid to the parents,” says 60 Minutes producer Tom Malone

“However, 60 Minutes will be making a donation to the charity Hands Across the Water, which is raising money for Gammy’s ongoing treatment and care.

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“60 Minutes has not in any way interfered with any inquiries by the Western Australian Department of Child Protection, or Western Australian Police.”

He says Gammy’s Australian parents, convicted child molester David Farnell and wife Wendy, would like Australia to hear their story before passing judgement on them.

They have been cooperating with the Department of Child Protection since Wednesday morning, and will continue to do so.

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They say they were also feeding their dog every day until the RSPCA took her away.

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