The Legal Position of Covid Restrictions
Outlines the legal position of covid restrictions and lockdowns, the lawfulness and the restrictions on freedom on speech, border closures, police powers
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Author: Sally Layson
Presumption of Guilt Conference
Are we witnessing the death of the presumption of innocence? And does this matter?
This is the subject of the Rule of Law conference hosted by the Rule of Law Education Centre, that will examine recent challenges to this doctrine and the threat this poses to the Australian concept of a ‘fair go’.
Speakers include Ron Hoenig MP, Margaret Cunneen, Malcolm Stewart and Chris Merritt
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Libertyworks and Implied Freedom of Political communication
Speed and Stracey recently represented Libertyworks Inc, at the High Court to seek a declaration that the registration provisions under the FITS Act were beyond the power of the Commonwealth Parliament to enact because they contravened the implied constitutional freedom of political communication
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BORDER CLOSURES AND S92 OF THE CONSTITUTION
Read our Simple Explainer: Does the Constitution allow the States to Close their Borders? ...
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New President at Rule of Law Education Centre
The Rule of Law Education Centre is delighted to announce the appointment of Margaret Cunneen SC...
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Celebrate Australia
Celebrate Australia and the foundations of democracy, respect for individuals, peaceful nation and the rule of law
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Why the presumption of innocence is good for us
Why the presumption of innocence is good for us and worth protecting
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Eureka rebellion
The anniversary of the Eureka Stockade is fast approaching. This is the name given to a rebellion...
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New Constitution resources
Rule of Law Education has created a new Constitution resource that brings together all our...
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High Court Appointments
Read commentary by Chris Merritt on the recent High Court appointments and what that means for the rule of law in Australia
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CIVIC Duty during Covid
Our civic duty to all Australians is more than just hand washing We call on everyday Australians,...
Read MoreClassroom poster mailout
Huge demand for posters that we need to do another print run. Posters can be found online at here....
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Virtual Law Day Out
Welcome to a Virtual Law Day Out This Virtual Law Day Out will give you a taste of what it is like...
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Report on class actions
Chris Merritt, Vice President of The Rule of Law Institute of Australia has prepared a report...
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Courts Closed for Students due to Covid-19
As per direction from Courts NSW, all schools/universities etc. attempting to enter the Courts...
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Magna Carta: A vision of justice and freedom
Over 800 years ago the Magna Carta was sealed. It was a time when the people of England were...
Read MorePrimary resources showcased at Universities Australia Conference 2020
In the last week of February, our primary school educators attended the Universities Australia...
Read MoreBuzzfeed: Are YOU ready for a Day at the Courts?
Buzzfeed quiz for students to see if they are ready for a day at the Courts
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Cardinal Pell to High Court: 11 March 2020
Update: On Tuesday 7 April 2020 the High Court of Australia handed down a unanimous decision...
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