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Is Australia the Defamation Capital of the World? Michael Finch on ABC Radio

18 February 2026

Michael Finch joined ABC National Radio’s Saturday Extra to discuss Australia’s reputation as the defamation capital of the world, recent defamation law reforms, the serious harm requirement and the public-interest defence available to publishers.

Defamation in the News: Michael Finch on the Lehrmann Defamation Case

3 March 2026

Michael Finch spoke with ABC Newcastle Drive about the Federal Court’s findings in the Bruce Lehrmann defamation proceedings, including the substantial truth defence, the balance of probabilities and the wider significance of the decision for Australian defamation law.

Navigating the New Landscape of Defamation Law in New South Wales

26 August 2024

A summary of recent NSW defamation law changes, including serious harm, public interest, the single publication rule and concerns notices.

Defamation and Vulgar Abuse

27 August 2024

An article considering when insulting, vulgar or abusive language may cross the line into defamation, particularly in online and social media contexts.

Defamation: Extension of the Absolute Privilege Defence to Police Reports

23 September 2024

An article explaining changes to the absolute privilege defence for police reports in NSW and the ACT, and how the reform affects defamation risk.

Channel 7 Sunrise Talks to Michael Finch

13 October 2024

Michael Finch speaks with Channel Seven Sunrise about the Bruce Lehrmann defamation trial, following Lisa Wilkinson’s evidence in the proceedings.

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