Jarryd Hayne’s third trial on sexual assault allegations will be held in Sydney in March next year, when he will be represented by high-profile barrister Margaret Cunneen, SC, after his application to have the proceedings held in Newcastle was refused.
Earlier this month, the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions confirmed it would proceed to a third trial. Judge James Bennett told the parties there was “no prospect of getting a trial on” in July in Sydney, and that November was “not looking all that positive either”. In refusing the application, Judge Bennett said Mr Hayne “simply wants his trial to be conducted in Newcastle” and had not qualified or explained his reasons.
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