Robert Newlinds
Judge Robert Newlinds is a District Court judge known for his candid judgments regarding the prosecution of sexual assault cases. His remarks have drawn attention and criticism from the ODPP, leading to formal complaints and discussions about judicial conduct.
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Two judges – Robert Newlinds and Peter Whitford – met with disapproval from the Judicial Commission after Dowling lodged complaints against them over their remarks in sexual assault cases.
DPP Sally Dowling SC’s ‘deep regret’ amid stand-off with judge
Australia· 2026-02-10
Robert Newlinds is one of the judges against whom Dowling made complaints to the Judicial Commission.
DPP Sally Dowling SC facing potential contempt of parliament probeAustralia· 2025-12-14
Robert Newlinds is a District Court judge who received complaints from Sally Dowling.
NSW’s top prosecutor Sally Dowling, SC, at war with District Court judgeAustralia· 2025-12-05
Judge Robert Newlinds SC presided over the sentencing of Rebbeck.
Former Sydney cafe owner jailed over child abuse materialAustralia· 2025-07-27
Robert Newlinds is now a District Court judge after representing SG.
The former crook turned informant suing the crime commission for more than $1mAustralia· 2025-07-21
Judge Robert Newlinds lifted the suppression order in Lee Jones' case, stating it was unnecessary.
Sexual assault survivors pursuing compensation face legal loopholes to unmask abusersAustralia· 2025-06-28
Judge Robert Newlinds made comments that led to a complaint from Dowling regarding the handling of sexual assault cases.
NSW ODPP hits back at criticism over sexual assault prosecutionsAustralia· 2025-02-26
