Judge in Rush defamation trial throws out evidence from ‘Witness X’

Late evidence from a mystery witness in the Geoffrey Rush defamation trial will not be heard, the Federal Court has ruled.

In a judgment this morning, Justice Michael Wigney said he would not allow the affidavit from ‘Witness X’ to form part of a new defense for The Daily Telegraph.

A court order forbidding publication of the witnesses name and the specific allegations remains in place.

Be a member to keep reading

Join Mumbrella Pro to access the Mumbrella archive and read our premium analysis of everything under the media and marketing umbrella.

Become a member

Get the latest media and marketing industry news (and views) direct to your inbox.

Sign up to the free Mumbrella newsletter now.

"*" indicates required fields

 

SUBSCRIBE

Sign up to our free daily update to get the latest in media and marketing.