July 17th 2024.
The local police are asking for help regarding a case involving a minister from Papua New Guinea who has been accused of a domestic violence-related attack in Sydney. Jimmy Maladina, who is 58 years old, is denying these allegations and is currently facing charges for allegedly assaulting a 31-year-old woman in the presence of two children on July 6th.
The incident took place in Bondi, a suburb in eastern Sydney, and the woman was found with injuries on her face. Maladina, along with his lawyer Margaret Cunneen, appeared in court today at the Downing Centre Local Court in Sydney. The hearing has been scheduled for March, but Maladina's lawyer had requested for an earlier date. However, the Magistrate, Jennifer Atkinson, explained that the court is currently dealing with a heavy workload and the date cannot be changed.
During the court proceedings, it was revealed that Maladina had spoken to the police twice and those conversations have been recorded and will be used as evidence in the hearing. The crown prosecutor also mentioned that the minister has made references to other incidents that allegedly took place while he was in Papua New Guinea. The police are currently investigating these allegations.
Magistrate Atkinson also heard that two children were present in the Bondi unit at the time of the alleged assault and they might be called upon to testify in court. The woman's lawyer, Michael Lowe, agreed to change the interim AVO (Apprehended Violence Order) against Maladina to allow him to contact the alleged victim. Neither Cunneen nor Maladina spoke to the media as they left the court.
It was also mentioned in court that Maladina had stepped down from his government position in July, while the case was being dealt with by the courts. For anyone who may need support or assistance, the National Sexual Assault, Domestic Family Violence Counselling Service at 1800RESPECT, Beyond Blue at 1300 22 4636, and Lifeline at 13 11 14 are available.
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