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Exclusive Brethren Hearing Allegations

16 Oct

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Michael BachelardSydney Morning Herald
Sherryn GrochSydney Morning Herald
Holly TregenzaABC News (AU)
Krishani DhanjiThe Guardian

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16 Oct
Mr Hales was questioned about the similarity to a sermon he gave the month before the election, in which he urged parishioners to pray for "good government" because Australia "needed to be happy again, smiling again".
2 outlets · ABC News (Australia)

Coverage 4 articles

16 Oct ‘Just business’: Brethren leaders admit meeting far-right – and Trump
Sydney Morning Herald
16 Oct Exclusive Brethren head denies knowing church members were volunteering for Liberal party during 2025 election
The Guardian
16 Oct Senior Brethren had 'brief' meeting with far-right figures during election
ABC News (AU)
16 Oct Exclusive Brethren hearing LIVE updates: Church leader Bruce Hales to appear over allegations church campaigned in 2025 election, paid neo-Nazi associates to harass PM
Sydney Morning Herald

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