Overview
- The 24-year-old was seen publicly for the first time since the massacre during a brief Sydney hearing conducted by video from Goulburn high-security prison.
- He faces 59 counts, including 15 murders and terrorism offenses, with allegations he placed explosive devices in or near a building.
- Judge Sharon Freund addressed him during the link, and he replied only with short answers such as "Yeah" and "Yep."
- Defense lawyer Ben Archbold said it is too early to state a plea and described the detention conditions as very arduous.
- The court set the next appearance for April 9.