| The Commonwealth has lost its bid to have accused terrorist Joseph 'Jack' Thomas's bail revoked. Justice Bernard Teague said the Commonwealth Director of Public Prosecution (DPP) had a weak case and said he could find no reason to reverse a Magistrates Court decision granting bail. Thomas, 31, of Werribee in western Melbourne was released on bail last month. He has been charged with receiving financial support from the Al Qaeda network, providing it with resources and possessing a false passport. Thomas broke down in tears as Justice Teague said he planned to dismiss the appeal. "[It's] beyond words, honestly, I can't describe the relief," Thomas said. Outside court, Thomas's father, Ian, said his son's future remained uncertain. "We're very happy, we're very pleased with the outcome. Of course, time will tell and we'll wait until the next stage of the proceedings," he said. Thomas faces a maximum of 50 years in jail if convicted of both terrorism charges. |