'Rough and forceful' rape did not happen, says Lehrmann Bruce Lehrmann has again denied sexually assaulting Brittany Higgins as she was unconscious or semi-conscious on a federal minister's couch. AAP · Nov 23, 2023
Afternoon Update: Bruce Lehrmann testifies in defamation lawsuit; Israel-Hamas ceasefire delayed; and Christmas gifts under $50 Former Liberal staffer’s defamation lawsuit against Network Ten in its second day The Guardian - AU · Nov 23, 2023
'Eject': Lehrmann booted by friends after rape claims Bruce Lehrmann was dumped from group chats in the aftermath of an interview featuring Brittany Higgins' rape allegations, a court has heard. AAP · Nov 23, 2023
Lies, whisky and an after-hours visit: Bruce Lehrmann admits he didn’t tell police truth during defamation trial cross examination Former Liberal staffer also tells defamation trial that he didn’t tell Brittany Higgins he was leaving office because he ‘wasn’t even sure she was still there’ The Guardian - AU · Nov 23, 2023
Lehrmann explains multiple lies excusing late-night parliament visit He also admitted giving 'mistaken' evidence to ACT police. The Canberra Times · Nov 23, 2023
'Absolutely not': Lehrmann denies Higgins rape Bruce Lehrmann has vehemently denied raping Brittany Higgins in a Parliament House ministerial office, instead claiming it was an "innocuous night". AAP · Nov 22, 2023
'Defriended': Lehrmann 'booted out' of group chats after allegations aired The man told a court he 'became severely isolated'. The Canberra Times · Nov 22, 2023
Bruce Lehrmann says he became ‘severely isolated’ after Brittany Higgins interview as he speaks in court for first time Barrister Matthew Richardson says former Liberal staffer has been ‘publicly maligned’ as one of the ‘more revolting predators’ in country’s recent history The Guardian - AU · Nov 22, 2023
Lehrmann 'publicly maligned' as 'the most prominent rapist', court told Ten 'canonised' Higgins as the 'epitome of truthfulness': barrister. Newcastle Herald · Nov 22, 2023
Bruce Lehrmann’s Lawyers Say The Project ‘Utterly Destroyed’ Him In Day 1 Of Defamation Trial “Our client comes here seeking vindication for the defamation that has utterly destroyed him. He comes here for justice." Pedestrian.tv · Nov 22, 2023
Network Ten 'utterly destroyed' Lehrmann's reputation Ex-Liberal staffer Bruce Lehrmann says he was sent into a "deep spiral" mentally because of a defamatory report by The Project on Brittany Higgins' rape claims. AAP · Nov 21, 2023
Wilkinson's legal spat with Ten to be heard 'promptly' Journalist Lisa Wilkinson's civil action against Network Ten over legal fees relating to a high-profile defamation case will be fast-tracked. AAP · Nov 17, 2023
Date set for Linda Reynolds, Brittany Higgins mediation Liberal Senator Linda Reynolds and former political staffer Brittany Higgins and her partner will meet face-to-face for mediation over their defamation cases. AAP · Nov 8, 2023
Wilkinson bill for top silk at the heart of legal spat There is no evidence TV star Lisa Wilkinson is unable to afford to pay the $700,000-plus bill for her own defamation lawyers, Network 10 argues. AAP · Nov 3, 2023
AAP · Nov 1, 2023 Rape-accused Lehrmann given weeks to review police data Former Liberal staffer Bruce Lehrmann's charges have been heard for first time since the Queensland Supreme Court ruled that he could be publicly identified.
Pedestrian.tv · Oct 30, 2023 Brittany Higgins Issues Statement After Bruce Lehrmann Named As High Profile Man In QLD Rape Case Brittany Higgins took to her Instagram Stories to make a statement.
The Conversation · Oct 29, 2023 Does Australia need dedicated sexual assault courts? Victim/survivors of sexual assault have always faced an uphill battle in their pursuit of justice.
AAP · Oct 26, 2023 Lehrmann revealed as high-profile man charged with rape Bruce Lehrmann, a former federal coalition government ministerial staffer, can now be identified as a previously unnamed man facing rape charges in Queensland.
The Guardian - AU · Oct 26, 2023 How Bruce Lehrmann’s media interviews cost him his anonymity in Toowoomba rape case The ‘high-profile man’ has been identified after TV appearances about the Brittany Higgins case came back to burn him
The Guardian - AU · Oct 26, 2023 Bruce Lehrmann revealed as high-profile man charged with Toowoomba rape Changes to Queensland law allow for naming of Lehrmann, who was thrust into national spotlight after being accused of raping Brittany Higgins, a claim he strenuously denied
The Guardian - AU · Oct 24, 2023 Lisa Wilkinson and Network Ten take ‘cooperative approach’ to defence of Bruce Lehrmann defamation claim Wilkinson is suing Network Ten in another court in dispute over more than $700,000 in legal costs in Lehrmann case
The Canberra Times · Oct 24, 2023 Judge 'not sure why' Wilkinson action in separate court than Lehrmann suits The TV personality is suing Ten for more than $720K in legal costs.
AAP · Oct 19, 2023 Wilkinson sues Ten for Lehrmann defamation suit costs TV presenter Lisa Wilkinson claims Network Ten has refused to pay her legal bill of over $723,000 as she defends a defamation case by Bruce Lehrmann.
The Guardian - AU · Oct 19, 2023 Lisa Wilkinson sues Network 10 over legal bills for Bruce Lehrmann defamation suit The media identity is seeking more than $700,000 from her employer, claiming they reneged on an agreement to cover her legal costs in Lehrmann’s defamation case
The Canberra Times · Oct 14, 2023 Concern over inquiry's document handling as Sofronoff used personal email No documents show how Walter Sofronoff provided a copy of the report to journalists.