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Family’s hopes dashed as Molly’s murderer flags plan to appeal
The family says the appeal adds to its trauma after Billings received a 28-year maximum term for the revenge killing.
- Late on Friday, Daniel Billings filed a notice of intention to appeal his 28-year sentence for murdering Molly Ticehurst, with the NSW Supreme Court confirming the filing on Monday.
- NSW Supreme Court Justice Natalie Adams sentenced Billings to 28 years on September 11, 2026; the NSW Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions declined to challenge the outcome, citing prosecution guidelines.
- Orange independent MP Philip Donato described the appeal as "more trauma" for the family, who endured more than 800 days awaiting the original sentencing including 18 months of legal negotiations.
- On Tuesday, Premier Chris Minns called Billings a "despicable" killer and stated, "There's always the chance when you pursue an appeal that a higher court imposes a longer penalty, and I certainly hope that happens."
- The government continues to withhold a review of Ticehurst's contact with the Staying Home Leaving Violence program, confirming the report will remain sealed until the legal process concludes with the appeal.
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