The Latest Breaking News from Stephen Silvagni

Victoria to ban suppression orders for rapists after Ralph Carr and Tom Silvagni convictions under new pledge

Premier Ben Carroll promises if re-elected to ‘close every loophole’ used by high-profile accused and convicted criminals to hide their identities in the courts

The Guardian - AU · Aug 11

Secrecy in Victoria’s courts is rife. Here are 6 reforms that would make the system better

In late June, Victoria’s Attorney-General Sonya Kilkenny committed to reviewing the operation of the state’s Open Courts Act. This follows a period of immense public scrutiny of the state of open justice in Victoria following two high-profile events.

The Conversation · Jul 6

Tom Silvagni claims rape trial judge made mistakes

The youngest son of AFL great Stephen Silvagni has taken aim at the judge of his rape trial as he launches an appeal against his convictions.

AAP · Jan 15

Court identity loophole 'masking wealthy criminals'

Legal experts are scrutinising one state's suppression order laws after the son of an AFL great managed to have his court proceedings suppressed.

AAP · Dec 12, 2025

Rape Victim Confronts 23 Y.O. Tom Silvagni In Court With Powerful Statement: ‘You’re Evil’

“Tom Silvagni, you raped me not once but twice. You know this, I know this and now so does everyone else. You can continue denying [it] for the rest of your life. But deep down you were very much aware of what you did.”

Pedestrian.tv · Dec 12, 2025

'So evil': woman confronts rapist Tom Silvagni in court

Tom Silvagni, the youngest son of AFL great Stephen, barely reacted as his victim laid out her pain in a statement to the court.

AAP · Dec 11, 2025

Tom Silvagni, 23, Named As High Profile Rapist After Gag Order Lifted

Tom Silvani was found guilty last week of raping a woman at his home and trying to cover it up.

Pedestrian.tv · Dec 11, 2025

How the Silvagni rape case was shrouded in secrecy

The son of AFL great Stephen Silvagni managed to have his court proceedings suppressed from the moment he was first charged with rape.

AAP · Dec 11, 2025

Son of AFL great identified as a rapist as order lifts

AFL great Stephen Silvagni's son Tom is a convicted rapist, it can be revealed after a suppression order on his identity was lifted.

AAP · Dec 11, 2025

Saints lock down another rising star, now for Silvagni

St Kilda have locked away Mattaes Phillipou until 2028, but can they lure Carlton free agent Jack Silvagni their way?

AAP · Aug 29, 2025