Former Senator Relieved After Defamation Win Against Brittany Higgins

Linda Reynolds said comments about her from Higgins had cost her health and wellbeing.
Former Senator Relieved After Defamation Win Against Brittany Higgins
Former Senator Linda Reynolds speaks during a Senate inquiry at Parliament House in Canberra, Australia on May 3, 2021. AAP Image/Lukas Coch
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Former Western Australian (WA) Liberal Senator Linda Reynolds has won a defamation trial against alleged sexual assault victim Brittany Higgins.

Reynolds was awarded $315,000 (US$204,000) and $26,109 in interest.

Crystal-Rose Jones
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Crystal-Rose Jones is a reporter based in Australia. She previously worked at News Corp for 16 years as a senior journalist and editor.