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Inquiry into trial of Bruce Lehrmann for alleged rape of Brittany Higgins will have scope to probe political interference

The ACT government says it expects the board of inquiry into the handling of Bruce Lehrmann's rape trial to "vigorously" explore interactions between police and prosecutors.

ABC News · 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 · Feb 1, 2023

Walter Sofronoff to lead inquiry into handling of Bruce Lehrmann case

Former judge will investigate damning allegations made by prosecutor Shane Drumgold about police conduct

The Guardian - AU · Jan 31, 2023

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Greens leader admits error over Australia Day history

Shane Rattenbury twice misspoke on the history of January 26.

The Canberra Times · Jan 23, 2023

ACT close to naming head of Bruce Lehrmann trial inquiry and its scope

Announcement expected next week after trial for alleged rape of Brittany Higgins collapses and DPP alleges ‘inappropriate interference’ in case

The Guardian - AU · Jan 23, 2023

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 Canberra Times · Dec 23, 2022

ANU law professor, senior prosecutor among four new magistrates

They are all due to start at the ACT Magistrates Court in January.

The Canberra Times · Dec 22, 2022

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Top prosecutor welcomes Lehrmann review

The ACT's top prosecutor says the relationship between his office and police is strong, despite previously raising concerns.

AAP · Dec 21, 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 20, 2022

Is this the ACT government's most contentious bill?

The planning committee is expected to hand down a report into the bill this week.

The Canberra Times · Dec 17, 2022

ACT flags Lehrmann rape trial inquiry

The ACT's attorney-general says he's considering his options regarding an investigation into how the rape trial of Bruce Lehrmann was handled.

AAP · Dec 12, 2022

Scathing letter alleging police and political interference in Bruce Lehrmann trial made public

A dispute between the ACT's chief prosecutor and the territory's police force is continuing, with the public release of a letter alleging officers interfered in the now-abandoned rape trial of Bruce Lehrmann.

ABC News · Dec 11, 2022

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

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

The Canberra Times · Dec 9, 2022

Integrity watchdog to examine allegations of police misconduct during Bruce Lehrmann case

ACT attorney general says complaints surrounding prosecution of Brittany Higgins allegation referred to federal integrity and corruption commission

The Guardian - AU · Dec 9, 2022

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ABC News · Dec 8, 2022

Police union hits back at ACT's top prosecutor after he criticised officers' actions during Bruce Lehrmann trial

ACT Director of Public Prosecutions Shane Drumgold draws the ire of the Australian Federal Police Association after his letter criticising police actions in the now-abandoned trial of Bruce Lehrmann was made public.

The Guardian - AU · Dec 7, 2022

Bruce Lehrmann trial: ACT attorney general backs prosecutor over handling of Brittany Higgins case

Shane Rattenbury says he still has confidence in director of public prosecutions Shane Drumgold after criticism

The Canberra Times · Dec 3, 2022

Get tough on criminals who dupe courts, ACT chief prosecutor says

But the ACT Attorney-General has rejected a 'get tough' call to punish repeat offenders.

The Canberra Times · Dec 2, 2022

Voluntary assisted dying laws will reflect ACT community views, govt says

It is expected voluntary assisted laws would pass the territory's parliament with an overwhelming majority.

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The Guardian - AU · Dec 2, 2022

Push for ‘victim advocates’ to support alleged rape survivors in court following Bruce Lehrmann trial

Former federal court judge says independent advocates needed to ‘hold the hand of the victim-survivor at the time of greatest trauma’

AAP · Dec 2, 2022

Push for national reforms in rape cases

Prosecutors have dropped the case against Brittany Higgins' accused rapist due to the impacts on her mental health and advocates say urgent reforms are needed.

The Canberra Times · Nov 29, 2022

ACT govt introduces new laws to give tenants greater rights

The ban on no-cause evictions would mean landlords would need a valid reason to evict a tenant.

The Canberra Times · Nov 17, 2022

ACT proposes changes to Evidence Act ahead of Lehrmann retrial

The Director of Public Prosecutions said there was a need for an "urgent amendment".

AAP · Nov 17, 2022

ACT reviews sexual assault evidence laws

The ACT government is reviewing how to make it easier for survivors of sexual assault to give evidence in a retrial to stop them from being re-traumatised.

The Canberra Times · Nov 14, 2022

'Only jurisdiction without it': Top cop's dangerous driving tech solution

Chief Police Officer Neil Gaughan said the technology was advanced and it could be another option for bail conditions.

The Canberra Times · Nov 12, 2022

Flawed ACT govt sentencing data exposes more awkward questions

The government has been double-counting its own data to help support its position on sentencing.

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