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Adrian Portelli, the flashy giveaway entrepreneur, is suing former SA minister Andrea Michaels and the state government over defamatory remarks she made about him—accusations he claims damaged his reputation after a woman won a house from his unlicensed rewards club. Despite the defense’s attempt to dismiss Michaels as a public official whose comments are protected, the judge ruled there are contested legal issues needing trial. The case will proceed in South Australia, where the alleged defamation occurred and key witnesses reside—despite Portelli now living in Dubai. He seeks damages and a public apology, arguing removing Michaels would undermine his full relief. This high-stakes legal battle is far from settled.

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