An arguable error of fact or law is not sufficient to obtain leave to appeal under s 118(3) of the District Court of Queensland Act 1967. Leave may be refused where the trial judge's conclusion is not plainly incorrect, the amount at stake is minimal, the applicant's reputation has been effectively vindicated through the trial process and an apology, and the appeal appears motivated solely by a desire to avoid a costs order.
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