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ABC files defence in defamation case brought by Bruce Lehrmann over National Press Club broadcast

Bruce Lehrmann is suing a number of media outlets for defamation over the broadcast of rape allegations.  (AAP: Mick Tsikas)

The ABC will rely in part on a public interest defence in defamation proceedings brought by former Liberal staffer Bruce Lehrmann.

Mr Lehrmann is suing the ABC over a broadcast of the National Press Club address by Brittany Higgins, which aired before his rape trial began.

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