David Eastman was arrested in 1992. Photo: Graham Tidy
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Highly sensitive evidence that could potentially help David Eastman in his long-running case will remain secret and out of the reach of his lawyers, after a successful push by federal and Victorian police.
But lawyers for a "settled" Eastman have won a separate battle on bail, successfully arguing to further relax restrictions preventing him from obtaining a passport and travelling interstate without notification.
Preparations are continuing for a second trial for Eastman over the alleged murder of Assistant Federal Police Commissioner Colin Winchester in 1989, after the Supreme Court quashed his conviction last year and set him free.
Eastman is set to launch a stay application to prevent that trial from ever taking place, on the basis it cannot now be conducted fairly. He is also expected to seek the judge presiding over the case, acting Justice Anthony Whealy, be removed.
- The search for Malaysia Airlines MH370 will be doubled to 120,000 square kilometres and take an additional 12 months if the plane is not found in a current high priority search area of the southern Indian Ocean.
Canberra's Blake Austin takes on his old team the Wests Tigers this week. Photo: Matt Bedford
Raiders five-eighth Blake Austin has been contributing tips to Canberra's game-plan for the Wests Tigers, while Canberra has three replacements on standby for injured England international Josh Hodgson.
While Raiders halfback Sam Williams has taken chief responsibility for directing Canberra's attack in the past fortnight, he admitted Austin had been the dominant voice in preparation for Sunday's game against the Tigers at Leichhardt Oval.
- The ACT Brumbies have pulled a selection shock by benching Wallabies scrumhalf Nic White, but his replacement, Michael Dowsett , has vowed to use the opportunity to prove he can be White's full-time replacement next year.
- Dowsett believes Christian Lealiifano's cool head will ensure the team's Super Rugby finals ambitions stay on track as they battle injury woes.
- Melbourne Victory midfield maestro Carl Valeri has dedicated Wednesday's wonder goal to his father, Walter, joking he asks the old man to go out to dinner every time he plays, after he scored the stunning goal to put the Victory on the verge of the A-League minor premiership.
- Golf shoes and pregnant, that is how Canberra's Nikki Campbell will tackle the inaugural Australia Classic in Sydney on Friday.
- The NBA playoffs are set and five Aussies will play
Traffic has been heavy on Horse Park Drive and Majura Parkway this morning.
ACT Police reopened lanes on Horse Park Drive between Wells Stations Road and the Federal Highway shortly after 8am, after a two car crash.
At 8.18am Emergency Service crews were called out to a car accident on Yarra Glen and Yamba Drive in Curtin.
If you are stuck in traffic or have any info, let us know: morningblog@canberratimes.com.au or tweet us @canberratimes
Jordie Lane returns to Australia for his first national tour in 18 months, including songs from his latest EP, Not Built To Last, with collaborator Clare Reynolds at the Street Theatre at 8pm.
Warm up your vocal chords - and maybe your patience - for Let It Go: The Aussie Frozen Tribute Show at the Southern Cross Club Woden at 10.30am.
Canberra Youth Theatre has teamed up with award-winning independent company, Trick of the Light Theatre, to bring The Bookbinder to Gorman Arts Centre for four shows combining shadow-play, paper art, puppetry and music from today.
Sydney band Nantes are touring their new mini album, Limbo, with a stop at the Transit Bar at 8pm.
Canberra's speakeasy Lucky's will celebrate its first birthday with a Carnivale-themed party - expect a ringmaster, party tunes, contortionists, acrobats, magical acts, burlesque and clowns, with pre-show entertainment and drink specials from 5pm.
Look ahead to Saturday and Sunday in the capital and surrounding region with the Canberra Weekender.
Sasa Sestic won the World Barista Championships in Seattle. Photo: Rohan Thomson
Last week he was lying in a hospital bed in Seattle, so sick he couldn't walk - now he's the world's best barista, walking into his Manuka cafe draped in an Australian flag with a trophy under his arm.
Canberra's world champion barista Sasa Sestic returned home to a rapturous welcome on Thursday afternoon, with friends and family gathering for a surprise party at ONA on the Lawns.
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African painted dogs fight over food at the National Zoo and Aquarium. Photo: Jamila Toderas
They might have the word "dog" in their name, but the latest group of bachelors to move in to the National Zoo and Aquarium are nothing like their domesticated cousins.
Today: Take an umbrella or coat with you because it's going to be a cool rainy day in Canberra with light winds. We'll have a low of 12 before a top of 18.
The rest of the week: Saturday, rain at times - min 11, max 21. Sunday, shower or two - min 8, max 14. Monday, cloudy - min 4, max 15. Tuesday, possible shower - min 4, max 14.
