Cardinal Pell has lodged an appeal against his conviction for sexual offences, his lawyers have said.
In a statement issued after a court lifted reporting restrictions, the cardinal’s legal team said he has “always maintained his innocence and continues to do so.”
“An appeal has been lodged against his conviction and he will await the outcome of the appeal process,” they added.
“Although originally the Cardinal faced allegations from a number of complainants, all charges except for those the subject of the appeal have now been either withdrawn, discharged or discontinued. He will not be commenting in the meantime.”
