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What will new defamation laws mean for journalism?

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In a major win for free speech, new defamation laws have come into effect in four states (Thu July 1). The changes have been welcomed by journalists, as they can now argue the publication of a story was in the public interest, instead of relying on a truth defence.


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By Lucy Murray

Presented by Vahe Kateb

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In a major win for free speech, new defamation laws have come into effect in four states (Thu July 1). The changes have been welcomed by journalists, as they can now argue the publication of a story was in the public interest, instead of relying on a truth defence.



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