Sally Dowling
Sally Dowling, SC, is the New South Wales Director of Public Prosecutions, known for her commitment to pursuing justice in criminal cases. Recently, she has been in the news for announcing an appeal against the sentence of Tyrone Thompson, the man convicted of murdering 21-year-old Mackenzie Anderson, highlighting her dedication to advocating for victims' rights and ensuring that justice is served.
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Recent news mentions
Sally Dowling is the Director of Public Prosecutions who is considering reopening the case of Cheryl Grimmer.
DPP considers re-opening Cheryl Grimmer murder case, calls for fresh evidence
Australia· 2026-02-22
Sally Dowling, SC, has been at the centre of a long-running controversy after a highly critical story about District Court Judge Penelope Wass was aired on Sydney radio station 2GB.
DPP Sally Dowling SC’s ‘deep regret’ amid stand-off with judgeAustralia· 2026-02-10
Sally Dowling SC is facing a potential contempt of parliament probe regarding her office's conduct.
DPP Sally Dowling SC facing potential contempt of parliament probeAustralia· 2025-12-14
Sally Dowling is the top prosecutor in NSW involved in a dispute with the judiciary.
NSW’s top prosecutor Sally Dowling, SC, at war with District Court judgeAustralia· 2025-12-05
Sally Dowling, the NSW Director of Public Prosecutions, will appeal against Tyrone Thompson’s sentence.
NSW DPP to appeal sentence of Mackenzie Anderson’s killer Tyrone ThompsonAustralia· 2025-05-14
