The newspapers are appealing the decision of the NSW Court of Appeal that decided that media companies can be held responsible for defamatory comments under stories they post on Facebook.
Guardian Article, and discussion of appeal here. The newspapers are appealing to the High Court.
The Court of Appeal decision is not surprising. Compare prior cases:
http://www.cyberspac.com/2012/07/smirnoff-responsible-for-comments-of.html
https://www.accc.gov.au/media-release/firm-fined-for-testimonials-by-facebook-fans-and-tweeters
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