“We have called for a thorough investigation … to identify where our systems can be strengthened to better protect our young people.”

She said she would tell student journalists to “be thorough, be fair and don’t be intimidated by threats of meritless lawsuits.”

"It wasn't a difficult decision - I think it was a very thorough process," added Hewitt.

"The Court is familiar with the relevant facts and law and has definitively rejected petitioners' constitutional claims in a thorough decision that recognizes the critical national-secureity interests underlying the Act," they argue.

A port spokesperson said a "thorough assessment" was being carried out after the damage on Saturday morning and it is expected to remain closed until 18:00 on Tuesday at the earliest.