Women march across Australia against sexual assault
15 Mar 2021 A woman holds up a placard during a protest against sexual violence and gender inequality in Melbourne, Australia. AFP
Women protested across Australia on Monday against sexual violence and gender inequality, with thousands hitting the streets as outrage grew over rape allegations that have convulsed the conservative government.
The #March4Justice rallies are being held in more than 40 Australian cities and towns, with a major demonstration in Canberra following allegations of sexual assault in the nation’s parliament.
Dressed in mostly black, the crowd gathered outside Parliament House holding aloft placards with slogans including “You’re Not Listening”, “How Many Victims Do You Know?” and “I Believe Her.”
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Attorney-General Christian Porter has sent a clear message he is not messing about in a defamation action against the Australian Broadcasting Corporation and journalist Louise Milligan, appointing a top-tier legal team.
Sydney barristers Bret Walker, SC, and Sue Chrysanthou, SC, will act as counsel for Australiaâs first law officer in the Federal Court, while reputation specialist Rebekah Giles, of Company Giles, will act as his solicitor.
Mr Porter is suing the ABC for airing a historic rape allegation against him.
Bret Walker is widely considered in legal circles to be one of Australiaâs best barristers.Â
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Brittany Higgins emotional public address at the Canberra March 4 Justice
15 Mar, 2021 03:49 AM
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Brittany Higgins speaking publicly for the first time since she came forward with a rape allegation against a male colleague in Parliament House. Video / 7 News
Brittany Higgins speaking publicly for the first time since she came forward with a rape allegation against a male colleague in Parliament House. Video / 7 News
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Former Liberal staffer Brittany Higgins has delivered an emotional public address at the Canberra March 4 Justice, including a powerful swipe at Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison.
In her first public appearance since she went public with her story with news.com.au on February 15, Higgins shocked the crowd when she stood to speak in front of thousands of protesters.