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• Protester accosts judge as Erin Patterson trial hears how officials tried to find source of deadly mushrooms | Victoria | The Guardian
   

• Former law lecturer accused of posing as Justin Bieber to get explicit images from children claims ‘judicial corruption’ in case | news.com.au — Australia’s leading news site
   

• Man who posted deepfake images of prominent Australian women could face $450,000 penalty | Deepfake | The Guardian
   

• Sexual assault trial of Kiama MP Gareth Ward begins in Sydney court - ABC News
   

• Star board not excused in money laundering oversight, court hears [The Australian paywall]

  Federal Court judge Michael Lee has questioned whether Star Entertainment’s board could say they were too overburdened to monitor money risks at the troubled casino giant.
   

• Queensland’s shark control plan facing court challenge and federal intervention, experts say | Queensland | The Guardian
   

• Crime figure and lawyer shot in Granville street as gangland violence escalates - ABC News
   

Editor’s picks

• Guess which legal drama grabbed the nation’s attention … [The Australian paywall]

  While none of the live-streamed real-life legal battles in the Federal Court of Australia are as outlandish as Boston Legal, not everyone loves this new media development.
   

• Bridget Archer MP – Federal Member for Bass - Centre for Public Integrity - Apple Podcasts

  The Hon Michael Barker KC speaks with Bridget Archer MP, who has gained a national reputation for her independence and principled stances within the Liberal Party. In this episode, they explore what it means to be a genuine community representative in federal politics. Bridget reflects on her philosophy of putting her electorate’s needs first, the challenges of crossing the floor on major issues like the National Anti-Corruption Commission, and why disagreement and difficult conversations are vital for democratic health. She also discusses the risks and benefits of a growing crossbench and what true integrity in politics looks like.
   

• Wolfgang Babeck: Comparative Law and Building a Global Legal Career - The Australian Law Student Podcast - Apple Podcasts

  Join us on The Australian Law Student Podcast as we sit down with Wolfgang Babeck, European Counsel at Hall & Wilcox, to explore what it means to be a truly international lawyer. With a career spanning Europe, Asia, and Australia, Wolfgang shares insights on advising global clients, the value of understanding multiple legal systems, and why comparative constitutional law matters now more than ever. We also discuss his role as Chair of the International Law Section of the Law Council, his teaching at Bond University, and his advice for students looking to broaden their legal horizons. Whether you're curious about international practice or looking to future-proof your legal career, this episode is packed with valuable reflections from a lawyer who’s walked the global path.
   

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