UPDATE: 

Firstly, nobody can ever say Lyle Shelton isn’t a fighter.

After an extensive two-and-a-half days, the appeal hearing in the Queensland and Administrative Tribunal has concluded.

This entire ordeal began five years ago after Lyle wrote a series of posts on his blog in 2020.

Oftentimes the process is the punishment, and this case is no different.

Nevertheless, Lyle was assisted by an exceptional legal team, led by Anthony Morris KC.

We can say that Mr Morris’ advocacy was laser sharp, precise and always on-point and delivered with a refined gravitas tinged with some mischievous humour.

It is always heartening to be reminded that we have such competent professionals on our side.

Appeals are labyrinthine and can be highly abstract not only in their paperwork, but their contentions and oral argument too.

Which is why we are thankful that Lyle could be well resourced to defend his freedom— donations go a long way into navigating this complex arena.

But it’s not just about Lyle’s freedom, it’s about your freedom.

Your freedom to speak the truth about trans ideology and its harms for our children.

Your freedom to push back strongly against vilification laws that suppress important dialogue and serious debate.

Your freedom to defend the public square as a place for the promotion of a Christian vision of the good, the true and the beautiful.

This isn’t just a battle for Lyle Shelton.

This is a defensive battle for all Australians and for their freedom.

And now, we wait.

The judge hearing the case has reserved his decision.

We estimate it will be two or three months before we get the appeal judgment.

Amongst all this we need to remember the very real consequences for Lyle: stress, anxiety, financial and reputational costs, and time away from family and community.

That is the very real cost of fighting for freedom.

We are privileged to represent Lyle and we look forward expectantly to a successful appeal decision.