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http://hotcopper.com.au/hc_fightfund.asp

http://hotcopper.com.au/hc_defamationguide.asp

Dear robjm66,

You are probably aware that from time to time people take issue with comments that are made on HotCopper. Indeed, sometimes legal action is threatened or taken against members because of statements they have made here. You may have even seen this article in the Sydney Morning Herald.

Sometimes, we think that when this happens it is unfair, and a restriction on the right of Australians to engage in free speech. We know a lot of you think the same way because you've been contacting us and telling us so.
In fact, some of you have asked is there a way that you can donate money to a fund that can be used to help members in financial need to pay for lawyers' fees.

We have therefore set up a discretionary trust called The HotCopper Fighting Fund. If you wish to donate to the fund, see the details below:
Bank: Westpac
BSB: 036 000
Account Number: 987 962
SWIFT Code: WPACAU2S

A copy of the trust deed that establishes the fund can be seen here. You should read it, and get any professional advice you need before donating money to it.
Kind Regards,
Greg D'Arcy
Managing Director
HotCopper

Contribute to the Fund
Bank: Westpac
BSB: 036 000
Account No: 987 962
SWIFT Code: WPACAU2S
Note: for banks requiring an 11 digit SWIFT code, use

WPACAU2SXXX
If paying by cheque please make payable to:
The HotCopper Fighting Fund c/o PO Box Z5558, St Georges Terrace, Perth, WA, 6831.

http://www.smh.com.au/business/empire-strikes-back-to-shred-butterflies-by-law-20130405-2hc75.html

http://www.smh.com.au/business/goose-is-cooked-but-you-didnt-hear-it-from-me-20130315-2g64u.html

http://www.smh.com.au/business/its-a-dog-eat-blog-world-out-there-20120907-25jv1.html