'Haven't seen it': Drumgold in the dark on damning report 'I am not in a position to respond,' he said in a text to The Canberra Times. The Canberra Times · Aug 3, 2023
Big questions need answering from the Sofronoff inquiry After Drumgold's spectacular own-goal, our government has serious questions to answer. The Canberra Times · Aug 3, 2023
'Dark chapter': Lehrmann reacts to 'alarming' inquiry findings He has described the contents of a leaked report as 'overwhelming'. The Canberra Times · Aug 2, 2023
Barr not concerned about leaks while cabinet considers Sofronoff findings 'We need more than seven hours to consider it,' Andrew Barr said. The Canberra Times · Aug 1, 2023
Lehrmann report to go through 'cabinet process' before release Andrew Barr intends to table it in the Legislative Assembly in late August. The Canberra Times · Jul 28, 2023
Drumgold accused of 'infecting' money laundering conspiracy case Lawyer Ben Aulich allegedly plotted to launder 'a wardrobe full of f---ing cash'. The Canberra Times · Jul 27, 2023
Top prosecutor extends leave again amid Lehrmann inquiry controversy Anthony Williamson SC will keep acting as Director of Public Prosecutions. The Canberra Times · Jul 5, 2023
'Bit unfair': Senior cop hits back at criticism of scathing Higgins report Scott Moller was responding to suggestions it was 'one-sided'. The Canberra Times · May 22, 2023
'Pissed off': Barrister's angry email about senator 'coaching' claim He believes assertions about Senator Linda Reynolds were 'unfair'. The Canberra Times · May 15, 2023
‘Corruption’ or ‘stupidity’: prosecutor makes dramatic allegations during week one of Bruce Lehrmann inquiry Prosecutor Shane Drumgold says police investigating Brittany Higgins’s rape claim relied on inaccurate ‘stereotypes’ and ‘rape myths’ The Guardian - AU · May 13, 2023
Bruce Lehrmann prosecutor concedes he should have made ‘political conspiracy’ backtrack clearer, inquiry hears Shane Drumgold admits he should have clarified that he no longer held those views The Guardian - AU · May 12, 2023
Lisa Wilkinson disputes Bruce Lehrmann prosecutor’s claim she was warned over Logies speech Wilkinson says Shane Drumgold did not tell her publicity over the case posed risk to the trial, contradicting ACT director of public prosecutions The Guardian - AU · May 11, 2023
Afternoon Update: Senate stoush over Labor’s housing bill; Lehrmann inquiry twist; and Google launches AI chatbot in Australia War of words between Labor and Greens over housing affordability future fund bill devolves into personal attacks The Guardian - AU · May 11, 2023
Juror responsible for Bruce Lehrmann mistrial also held out on conviction, inquiry told Prosecutor Shane Drumgold claims the juror who brought in outside research papers on sexual assault was not in favour of guilty verdict The Guardian - AU · May 11, 2023
The Canberra Times · May 8, 2023 'Abusive' police terminating sexual assault cases too early: DPP Shane Drumgold SC believes police are getting a legal test wrong.
The Canberra Times · Mar 30, 2023 'I can't do it': Lehrmann inquiry boss laments trouble obtaining 'crucial' documents Walter Sofronoff KC says he must have the material police and prosecutors had if he is to examine their conduct.
The Canberra Times · Mar 29, 2023 Evidence recorded in courtrooms will be allowed in retrials Shane Rattenbury has agreed to recommendations made by a committee.
The Canberra Times · Mar 21, 2023 Top prosecutor rejects police union claims of 'undercooked' case The mowing down of three officers has prompted a fresh round of tensions between police and prosecutors.
The Canberra Times · Feb 15, 2023 'Blow-by-blow refutation' strikes down appeal against sentence imposed on Kokomo's killer Frederick Tuifua, a self-described "coward", murdered bikie boss Pitasoni Ulavalu in 2020.
The Canberra Times · Feb 1, 2023 'Motives' of authorities under microscope as parliament rape trial inquiry scope finalised The ACT government has revealed new details about the scope of the independent inquiry.
The Canberra Times · Dec 23, 2022 Changes to legislation allowing court recordings to be used at retrial should pass, committee says The laws were introduced to the Assembly last month.
The Guardian - AU · Dec 20, 2022 Independent inquiry to be held into handling of Brittany Higgins’ allegations against Bruce Lehrmann ACT chief minister and attorney general have announced inquiry following claims police pressured director of public prosecutions Shane Drumgold SC not to pursue the Lehrmann case
The Guardian - AU · Dec 12, 2022 Bruce Lehrmann trial: ACT cabinet examines launching inquiry into handling of Brittany Higgins allegations Chief minister Andrew Barr says inquiry could examine ‘issues raised by the actions of authorities involved in the Lehrmann trial’
The Canberra Times · Dec 12, 2022 'Disturbing': Top prosecutor slams senator's conduct during rape trial Linda Reynolds has denied she contacted Bruce Lehrmann's barrister in an attempt to "coach" his cross-examination of Brittany Higgins.
The Guardian - AU · Dec 11, 2022 Bruce Lehrmann trial: ACT’s top prosecutor complained about Linda Reynolds’ ‘disturbing’ conduct Former minister has denied attempting to coach defence and rejected allegations she was politically invested in the case’s outcome