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SHOCKING: Barilaro to wait nine months for hearing | Mind Blowing Facts

John Barilaro is accused of assaulting a cameraman as he faced scrutiny over his trade appointment. (Bianca De Marchi/AAP PHOTOS) (AAP)

Former deputy premier John Barilaro will face a three-day court hearing after allegedly assaulting a man outside a bar as he faced scrutiny over his appointment to a lucrative overseas trade role.

The now-retired politician, 51, denies criminal charges alleging he assaulted freelance camera operator Matt Costello and damaged his equipment outside a Manly bar in July.

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