Assessment of objective seriousness of sexual offences must take into account all relevant factors including the age of the victim, degree of force or coercion, use of threats or pressure, and period of offending — not merely the nature of the sexual act. A sentencing judge who departs from the standard non-parole period should indicate the degree to which the offence falls above or below mid-range. Factual findings about uncharged offending must be supported by the evidence.
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