Refugee advocate wins Dutton libel appeal

David Shoebridge (left) with Shane Bazzi and his partner Keith Birch
Refugee advocate Shane Bazzi (centre) has won his appeal against Defence Minister Peter Dutton. -AAP Image

A refugee advocate's successful appeal in Peter Dutton's defamation action over a six-word tweet has been hailed as a victory for political discussion and free speech.

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