3 Apr 2008
Given the admitted facts showing duress, exploitation of illegal entrants and the youth of at least one victim, the sentencing starting points, application of plea discounts and activation of the suspended sentence were appropriate; the sentences were not manifestly excessive and the appeals are dismissed.
22 Feb 1995
The court refused to extend time because the applicant gave no sufficient grounds for delay and refused leave to appeal; the sentences were affirmed as proper because the victim was 12, the applicant occupied a position of trust, and the offences were part of a course of conduct over two years.
15 Apr 1994
The appeal was allowed because the sentencing judge did not base sentence on the correct facts and, applying the correct facts and established sentencing principles (including a significant discount for a guilty plea and mitigation), the appropriate sentence is five and a half years imprisonment instead of ten years.