Journalist Kate McClymont faced cross-examination at the trial of Alan Jones, who is accused of indecent assault and sexual touching.

WAtoday, The Age, Brisbane Times + 4 more · Australia

3 Nov 20267 outlets

What it means

Kate McClymont, an investigative journalist for the Sydney Morning Herald, is being cross-examined at the criminal trial of former broadcaster Alan Jones, who faces charges of and . McClymont's evidence likely relates to her reporting on Jones' alleged conduct, and her cross-examination is a key moment in the trial proceedings.

Accuracy & sourcesGrounded

The claim is solid: multiple reputable Australian news outlets (ABC, Sydney Morning Herald, Guardian) are reporting live from the trial that McClymont is being cross-examined. The primary source is the court proceedings, and the reporting is direct from journalists in the courtroom.

How new

Genuinely new: the cross-examination occurred on 2-3 November 2026, as reported in live updates from the trial.

Past coverage

We previously covered earlier stages of the Alan Jones trial: in September 2026, the trial heard evidence from a former colleague regarding 'loyalty', and broadcaster Ray Hadley testified in early September 2026.

Journalist Kate McClymont faced cross-examination at the trial of Alan Jones, who is accused of indecent assault and sexual touching.

What it means

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How new

Past coverage

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