Retrial for Toyah Cordingley murder scheduled for November

Rajwinder Singh, a former nurse, is set to face a retrial for the murder of Toyah Cordingley, a 24-year-old woman, in November 2025. Cordingley’s body was discovered buried in sand at Wangetti Beach in October 2018. The first trial ended recently after the jury could not reach a unanimous verdict. Singh has pleaded not guilty to the charges. Justice James Henry scheduled the retrial for November 10, emphasizing the public interest in a timely trial. Singh's defense lawyer, Nick Dore, sought a later trial date in February 2026, requesting a senior barrister to represent Singh. Currently, Dore aims to have Saul Holt, a known criminal barrister, handle the case. Crown prosecutor Nathan Crane has argued for an earlier retrial date, suggesting July 2025 as an option. Dore stated it would be difficult to prepare for a July trial. Justice Henry acknowledged that, although Singh is changing counsel, there has been considerable groundwork laid during the first trial. No witnesses or statements were shared during the hearing where Singh did not appear, and he remains in custody. The next court date for a review of the case is set for June. Justice Lincoln Crowley will oversee the upcoming retrial.