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Alan Jones leaving Downing Centre Local Court in December

Alan Jones charged with 35th offence from 11th alleged victim

The 83-year-old ex broadcaster will return to court next week – with a new indecent assault charge and another alleged victim.

December 2024

Alan Jones outside court.

Jones vows to fight charges as details emerge of new alleged assaults

In his first public remarks since his arrest, former radio king Alan Jones denied indecently assaulting anyone. Fresh charges were laid relating to a 10th alleged victim.

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$22b budget blowout; WFH is an ASX mess; The $3b Aussie wealth manager

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November 2024

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Rio angers both sexes; Zelensky ups stakes; Fewer Chinese house buyers

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Barristers Bret Walker and Margaret Cunneen are among the frontrunners being considered to represent Alan Jones.

The silks in the running to defend Alan Jones at trial

Privately, backers of Alan Jones say Margaret Cunneen, SC, and Bret Walker, SC, would be strong options to represent him in any future trial.

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CFMEU national boss Paddy Crumlin’s Cbus board nomination has been accepted.

Cbus signs off on new CFMEU directors

The fund said all three directors had passed fit and proper person tests; James Packer backs “friend” Alan Jones amid fresh charges. How the day unfolded.

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HESTA forced to repay; More Jones charges; Why Australia’s stuck

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Lawyer Bryan Wrench arrives at Alan Jones’ apartment complex.

Who is Alan Jones’ lawyer?

Criminal solicitor Bryan Wrench is a regular fixture in the tabloid press, and has a long list of prominent clients.

Former broadcaster Alan Jones on Monday.

How the Australian Club kiboshed Alan Jones’ membership

Retired radio shock jock Alan Jones’ influence and reputation survived one arrest. Will it survive his latest?

Alan Jones arrives at Day Street police station after his arrest.

Alan Jones charged with 24 offences against eight victims

NSW Police say media reports helped spur on Alan Jones investigation; Peter Dutton says foreign student caps are chaotic and confusing. How the day unfolded.

Alan Jones leaves Day Street Police Station on bail.

Police charge Alan Jones with 24 offences days before trip to US

The veteran broadcaster was charged with 24 offences against eight alleged victims after an investigation into “sexual touching offences spanning two decades”.

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Student caps row; Alan Jones arrested; Markets ‘dangerously bullish’

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Maurice Newman is part of a bid to buy Southern Cross Austereo’s 96 TV stations.

Alan Jones’ old media company eyes Southern Cross regional TV assets

Australian Digital Holdings TV, chaired by former ABC board member Maurice Newman, said it would commit to making more local shows.

March 2024

Alan Jones says he is in “poor” health and will step back from broadcasting – for now.

Alan Jones breaks silence on absence, saying he is in poor health

The veteran broadcaster has returned from London, months after several men accused him of using his position of power and acting inappropriately.

January 2024

Former Seven news executive Jason Morrison has been approached to join ADH TV.

Alan Jones’ right-wing TV station asks ex-Seven News boss to be CEO

Jason Morrison left as 7News Sydney director in June. He has been approached to lead the online network, ADH TV.

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December 2023

Alan Jones on his network, ADH TV.

Alan Jones steps down from government talent program after allegations

After allegations of indecent assaults emerged, broadcaster Alan Jones says he will stand aside from the Talent Development Project.

Broadcaster Alan Jones has denied the allegations.

Alan Jones intends to sue after indecent assault allegations

2GB’s Ray Hadley says he has cut off contact with Alan Jones, whose lawyers say there are inaccuracies in a detailed story of alleged inappropriate conduct.

September 2023

Australia’s humiliating defeat at the hands of Wales in Lyon effectively dumped the Wallabies out of the World Cup and sparked a wave of recriminations.

The future of Australian rugby is in Queensland’s hands

There is a solution to Australian rugby’s crisis that everyone can see, so why have years gone by without anyone doing it? It’s time for Ballymore to get on board.

July 2023

KIISFM’s Kyle Sandilands and Jackie O have been approached by rival networks to discuss their contract.

‘Sports rights for radio’: Kyle & Jackie O open to offers from rivals

With their contract ending at the end of 2024, rivals are eyeing whether they can lure Australia’s top-rating radio hosts away from ARN’s KIIS FM.

Billionaire James Packer, who has invested in Alan Jones’ online talk network ADH TV.

James Packer returns to media, backing Alan Jones

James Packer has returned to the world of media, emerging as a key, multimillion-dollar investor in Alan Jones’ Australian Digital Holdings, now said to be valued at more than $20 million.

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