The man hailed as the 'Bondi hero' stood in a Sydney courtroom today and entered a plea of not guilty. Sources confirm the charges relate to an incident that thrust him into the national spotlight. The UK judiciary, in an unusual move, issued a statement acknowledging the robustness of the Australian legal system.
'The proceedings reflect the strength and independence of Australian justice,' a senior UK judge said. But questions remain. Who is this man really?
And what drove him to that moment on Bondi Beach? The prosecution claims there is more to the story than the public knows. Defence lawyers argue their client acted under duress.
The trial is set to expose secrets buried beneath the waves. This correspondent will be watching every turn.
