Author launches defamation case against SA Premier Malinauskas
Randa Abdel-Fattah begins defamation proceedings against SA Premier Peter Malinauskas after being cut from Adelaide Writers' Week. The fallout led to the event's cancellation.
Randa Abdel-Fattah begins defamation proceedings against SA Premier Peter Malinauskas after being cut from Adelaide Writers' Week. The fallout led to the event's cancellation.
Adelaide Writers' Week descends into chaos as director Louise Adler resigns, protesting the board's decision to cancel Palestinian-Australian author Randa Abdel-Fattah. Over 100 authors have now withdrawn.
The Adelaide Writers' Festival faces mass withdrawals and board resignations after disinviting author Randa Abdel-Fattah. Federal Minister Madeleine King supports the decision, citing 'vile commentary'. Read the latest.
Adelaide Writers' Week faces collapse as chair and directors resign after removing Palestinian author Randa Abdel-Fattah, sparking mass withdrawals. Premier defends decision.
A new letter challenges the SA Premier's claim a Jewish writer was 'cancelled' from Adelaide Writers' Week in 2024. Explore the details of the ongoing controversy.
Adelaide Writers' Week faces backlash for removing Palestinian advocate Randa Abdel-Fattah. Meanwhile, SA's net zero claims clash with dire climate warnings. Read the full story.
Adelaide Festival faces a major boycott after removing Palestinian-Australian author Randa Abdel-Fattah from its writers' week program, sparking accusations of racism and censorship. Read the full story.
The Adelaide Festival board has removed Dr Randa Abdel-Fattah from its 2026 Writers' Week lineup, citing cultural sensitivity. A major backer has withdrawn support. Read the full story.
Bruce Lehrmann launches a High Court challenge, alleging a judge's independent research compromised civil findings he raped Brittany Higgins. Could he face bankruptcy?
A look back at a tumultuous 2025 in Western Australia, featuring a major health system crisis, a landmark defamation victory for Senator Linda Reynolds, and the passing of iconic couple Ozzy and Eileen Bond. Read the full recap.
A US judge has ordered Donald Trump to produce records related to Jeffrey Epstein, including flight logs, in a defamation lawsuit. The case, filed by an accuser, could reveal new details about their association.
David Sharaz, husband of Brittany Higgins, has been declared bankrupt after being sued by Senator Linda Reynolds for defamation. The Federal Court order follows a series of legal actions.
Brittany Higgins awarded $2.4 million in damages after Justice Lee finds Bruce Lehrmann raped her. Full analysis of the landmark Federal Court defamation verdict and its implications.
Bruce Lehrmann's appeal against a civil rape finding has been dismissed. The Full Federal Court not only upheld the original verdict but strengthened it, finding he was aware Brittany Higgins did not consent. Read the full analysis.
Bruce Lehrmann has failed to overturn a civil finding he raped Brittany Higgins. The Full Federal Court dismissed his appeal, upholding the damning judgment. Read the full details.
Katter's Australian Party launches legal action against David Crisafulli and LNP over advertisement comparing candidate to convicted criminal. Full details on the political battle.
Federal judge compels Donald Trump to give deposition in James Comey defamation case. Legal showdown set for December 2025. Read the latest developments.
Bruce Lehrmann's defamation case leaves Brittany Higgins and David Sharaz facing bankruptcy with $3M legal bill. Federal Court ruling impacts political figures.
Former senator Linda Reynolds takes legal action against Commonwealth over Brittany Higgins settlement. Federal Court case begins as reputation battle continues.
Linda Reynolds expresses deep disappointment as Brittany Higgins fails to pay any of her $2.4 million settlement towards court-ordered defamation debts. Bankruptcy proceedings face technical delays.
Brittany Higgins likely to be declared bankrupt as Federal Court hears Linda Reynolds' creditor petition over $1 million defamation costs. Full details on the case.