Former Liberal staffer Bruce Lehrmann successfully avoided a $200,000 security payment for his defamation appeal, allowing the challenge to proceed without the financial burden. Federal Court Justice Wendy Abraham declined the request from Network Ten and journalist Lisa Wilkinson, also granting Lehrmann a stay on the $2 million legal costs he owes to Ten. Lehrmann, who denies sexually assaulting Brittany Higgins in Parliament House, continues to face legal battles and financial struggles, with Ten serving a bankruptcy notice but agreeing to wait until the appeal is resolved.
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Daniel Newell: Boxing clever for the local little guys amid global trade wars
I’m taking up boxing, surprising those around me, especially my family who know my lack of upper body strength. With my knees declining from years of running, I've researched boxing gear, including locally made punching bags in Perth, amidst discussions on tariffs affecting global markets. The Australia Made campaign highlights consumer preference for local products, and while they may come at a higher price, the focus on supporting local manufacturers for quality and sustainability resonates...
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