The Age ·general ·1 hour ago

‘Why such a rush’: Coalition questions Ben Roberts-Smith charging timeline

The Coalition questioned why Australia's attorney-general approved charges against decorated veteran Ben Roberts-Smith within two days in April. Attorney-General Michelle Rowland consented to prosecution on April 1, two days after receiving evidence, with Roberts-Smith arrested April 7. Opposition lawmakers suggested the rapid timeline implied rushed decision-making, though officials said the brief review was procedural.

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