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'Hungry belly' led 'ginger ninja' to burn hat linked to murder scene, court told

The offender's mother claims "everyone" was attempting to "make a mockery" of him.

The Canberra Times

Judge's remarks while sentencing former intelligence officer Witness J could be released

More details about the case of the man dubbed Witness J, who was secretly jailed after admitting to mishandling classified information, may soon be released.

ABC News

New charge over alleged dark web murder plot as 'stuff-ups' prove barrier to bail

The accused woman is set to stand trial next month on seven charges she denies.

The Canberra Times

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'Flood' of requests to be heard as court considers outdoor hearings in Ngambri lawsuit

Ngambri custodians allege the ACT government has breached their human rights by failing to recognise them as traditional owners of the Canberra area.

The Canberra Times

Bail for furious driver in 'grip of addiction', speeding towards police

The case is set to be the pilot of an alternate Supreme Court sentencing method for Indigenous offenders.

The Canberra Times

Chief Justice keen to extend circle sentencing to Supreme Court

The territory's top judge has identified a potential "pilot" case for the new year.

The Canberra Times

'I just miss me life': Man who sent revenge porn complains about jail

The 35-year-old says he has "had enough" of jail after being there "all friggin' year".

The Canberra Times

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Bruce Lehrmann case: judgment reveals why contested allegation he tried to kiss Higgins was admitted as evidence

Chief justice Lucy McCallum has released a judgment made during the trial following objections from Lehrmann’s defence

The Guardian - AU

'Legendary status': Supreme Court farewells 'resident comedian'

Justice Michael Elkaim has reached the mandatory retirement age for resident judges.

The Canberra Times

Documents show other Lehrmann allegations

Other women reported sexual assault and harassment allegations against a man accused of raping Brittany Higgins in 2019, court documents show.

AAP

Lehrmann case dropped over 'unacceptable risk' to Brittany Higgins

The ACT's top prosecutor says medical evidence shows it is no longer in the public interest to pursue a retrial.

Newcastle Herald

ACT Prosecutor Confirms Charges Against Bruce Lehrmann Will Be Dropped

The trial of Bruce Lehrmann, the man charged with the rape of Brittany Higgins in 2019, has been dropped due to concerns for Higgins' health.

Pedestrian.tv

Bruce Lehrmann retrial won’t proceed after prosecutors drop charges for alleged rape of Brittany Higgins

Decision announced by director of public prosecutions means retrial of Lehrmann, who pleaded not guilty, will not go ahead

The Guardian - AU

Court to hear secret application in Parliament House rape case

The courtroom will be closed to everyone except court officers, lawyers and parties to the case.

The Canberra Times

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Evening Standard

Gooce: The anti-Tinder supper club dedicated to dating IRL

Tinder is 10 but dating apps are slowly dying. David Ellis meets Lucy McCallum and Gabi Adams, who are taking dating back offline

The Canberra Times

'It's about truth telling': Ngambri custodians argue in court hearing against ACT govt

The ACT Supreme Court adjourned for two weeks after Ngunnawal Elders applied to be a part of the case.

The Canberra Times

'Overwhelming': Chief prosecutor, Lehrmann's barrister appointed senior counsel

"Having been recognised that you are [worthy] is a little bit overwhelming."

The New Daily

Prosecutor confirms Bruce Lehrmann to face retrial over alleged Brittany Higgins rape

It's confirmed that former Liberal Party staffer Bruce Lehrmann will face a retrial next year over the alleged rape of Brittany Higgins.

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The Guardian - AU

ACT attorney general ‘will consider’ jury misconduct laws after Bruce Lehrmann trial aborted

Canberra chief justice says current laws left her unable to punish juror whose actions caused trial over alleged rape of Brittany Higgins to be abandoned

ABC News

Juror who was responsible for Bruce Lehrmann mistrial brought three academic papers into jury room

A juror, whose personal research ended the ACT Supreme Court trial of Bruce Lehrmann, had three academic papers about sexual assault in his possession in the jury room.

The Guardian - AU

Juror who caused Bruce Lehrmann trial to be aborted brought in two other research papers, judge reveals

The man who has denied he raped Brittany Higgins is facing the prospect of another trial after a juror brought academic papers on sexual assault into the jury room

The Guardian - AU

Morning mail: debate over Medibank hack ransom, fresh climate crisis warning, Dutton attacks budget

Friday: This may be one of the few times a company should pay a cyber ransom, an expert says. Plus: should you let kids gorge Halloween treats?

ABC News

Forbidden research prompted the Bruce Lehrmann jury to be discharged. So, what are the rules for jurors?

Alarm bells were set off for one sheriff's officer in the ACT rape trial of Bruce Lehrmann after a research paper was uncovered by chance. The document was not part of court proceedings and ultimately led to a mistrial. So, what other rules do jurors run the risk of breaking?

AAP

Media silence urged on Lehrmann rape trial

The media has been urged to cease reporting on the man accused of raping Brittany Higgins ahead of a new trial.

The Independent UK

Brittany Higgins rape trial collapses after juror ‘brings own research into court’

The jury was discharged after a 12-day trial and five days of deliberation after the print-out was found

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