The case will go to trial in March subsequent yr.
Crikey will probably be allowed to play Fox Information protection in courtroom when a defamation swimsuit in opposition to the outlet by Lachlan Murdoch goes to trial, and Murdoch will probably be allowed to argue Crikey was performing with malice, a decide has stated.
Justice Michael Wigney dismissed duelling purposes on Friday by Murdoch and Crikey the place the events sought to steer him particular bits of their arguments must be restricted as regards to how they’re to be heard in courtroom.
He stated there was no motive to strike out Crikey’s public curiosity defence, saying it was extra acceptable to let or not it’s argued at trial.
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