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Ex-PM accused of parliament lies over Higgins affair

Fiona Brown claims the Morrison government silenced her over Brittany Higgins' rape complaint and alleges psychological harm including a suicide attempt, suing for damages under the Fair Work Act.

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Former staffer Fiona Brown has alleged Scott Morrison lied about speaking to her regarding her role in the fallout of the Brittany Higgins rape scandal.

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Scott Morrison caught up in legal battle over Higgins scandal

Former prime minister Scott Morrison is among dozens of people being sought by government lawyers as they build a defence against a compensation claim by Brittany Higgins' former boss.The former Liberal leader was ensnared in Fiona Brown's case after she alleged he made a false statement to parliament after the Higgins rape scandal erupted in 2021.Brown, a former staffer in Morrison's office, is suing the Commonwealth for damages, saying the gov…

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Ex-PM ensnared in legal battle over Higgins scandal

Former aide Fiona Brown will enter mediation with the Commonwealth after alleging the then-prime minister let her down after Brittany Higgins' rape claim.

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Ex-PM accused of parliament lies over Higgins affair

Former staffer Fiona Brown has alleged Scott Morrison lied about speaking to her regarding her role in the fallout of the Brittany Higgins rape scandal.

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PerthNow broke the news in City of Perth, Australia on Sunday, February 22, 2026.
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