by Sally Layson | Feb 16, 2021 | All Posts
The Rule of Law Education Centre is delighted to announce the appointment of Margaret Cunneen SC as its new President. Margaret is a passionate and energetic supporter of the rule of law in Australia and brings a wealth of experience from her time as Commissioner of...
by Sally Layson | Jan 26, 2021 | All Posts
Australia society has four main democratic beliefs that form the core of our national identity, each one embedded into the process of how Australia is governed. They are: Parliamentary democracy The rule of law Respect for all individuals Living peacefully These...
by Sally Layson | Dec 10, 2020 | All Posts
Why Presumption of Innocence is good for us With the allegations that Australian soldiers may have committed crimes whilst in Afghanistan the media is full of talk of the presumption of innocence. The following are the reasons why the presumption of innocence...
by RuleofLawInstitutePerson | Dec 7, 2020 | All Posts
The arrival of December signals another academic year coming to an end. World Human Rights Day on Thursday 10th December is an opportunity to share with your students the importance of human rights and why they must be preserved for all people across the world....
by Sally Layson | Nov 10, 2020 | All Posts
Rule of Law Education has created a new Constitution resource that brings together all our posters, worksheets, case studies and resources relating to the Constitution including: – Separation of Powers (including responsible and representative government)...
by RuleofLawInstitutePerson | Oct 30, 2020 | All Posts, Don't search, Education
This explainer sets out the legal process that underpins how a treaty is created under International Law and then incorporated into Australian domestic law. Definitions of key terms related to the treaty process have been taken from the United Nations and the...
by Sally Layson | Oct 30, 2020 | All Posts
High Court Appointments Chris Merritt, vice President of the Rule of Law Institute has written an insightful article for the Australian Newspaper on the recent High Court Appointments and the rule of law in Australia. A full text version of the article can be found on...
by Sally Layson | Oct 20, 2020 | All Posts
Our civic duty to all Australians is more than just hand washing We call on everyday Australians, regardless of their political persuasion, to do their civic duty to protect Australia from the damaging impacts of COVID-19. This is more than just social distancing,...
by RuleofLawInstitutePerson | Oct 20, 2020 | Case Notes, Constitution, Education
Williams Case: Commonwealth funding of school chaplaincy program Williams v Commonwealth of Australia [2010] HCA 23 The 2021-21 budget has continued funding for the National School Chaplaincy Program (NSCP), however while the NSCP will continue to support the...
by Sally Layson | Oct 12, 2020 | All Posts
Huge demand for posters that we need to do another print run. Posters can be found online at here. Email info@ruleoflaw.org.au if you would like a...
by Sally Layson | Sep 28, 2020 | All Posts
Welcome to a Virtual Law Day Out This Virtual Law Day Out will give you a taste of what it is like to visit a court room. The courts are an essential institution for upholding the rule of law. They represent the judicial arm of the separation of powers, provide an...
by RuleofLawInstitutePerson | Sep 11, 2020 | All Posts
One of Melbourne’s top silks believes the validity of the curfew imposed on the city’s residents is in doubt because it appears to have been imposed for a purpose that was never authorised under state law. Michael Wyles QC identified a possible flaw in the legal basis...
by Sally Layson | Sep 7, 2020 | All Posts
Chris Merritt, Vice President of The Rule of Law Institute of Australia has prepared a report on Class Actions in Australia. To read the report click here. The report highlights that any system of compensation that costs more to run than it delivers in...
by RuleofLawInstitutePerson | Aug 10, 2020 | All Posts
REFORM TO DEFAMATION LAWS Following a series of high-profile massive payouts for defamation (see Rush case note below), new laws have been introduced to address some of the problems with the uniform defamation laws that apply throughout the nation. In NSW, these laws...
by RuleofLawInstitutePerson | Jun 30, 2020 | All Posts
Governance and the rule of law during Covid-19 The impact of Covid-19 has been felt throughout Australia and the world. The different forms of governance of each nation often determines how those in power impose sanctions to limit the spread of the virus. At times,...
by Sally Layson | Jun 15, 2020 | All Posts
Over 800 years ago the Magna Carta was sealed. It was a time when the people of England were struggling for justice and freedom. For years they fought for fairness and equality- and in 1215 they found a way. A peace treaty, now called the Magna Carta, was made...
by RuleofLawInstitutePerson | May 22, 2020 | All Posts, Education
Technology and the Rule of Law To reword a famous song from the Police: Every click you make, every text you take, Every ‘friend’ you make, every post you fake, they’ll be watching you Every single day and every word you say Every game you play, every night you...
by RuleofLawInstitutePerson | Apr 7, 2020 | All Posts
Contemporary Issues in QLD Bail Legislation Queensland: Knee-jerk reactions to law reform Due to the changing nature of online platforms as a direct outcome of advancements in technology and increased media influence, coverage on bail has also been impacted. The...
by Sally Layson | Mar 3, 2020 | All Posts
In the last week of February, our primary school educators attended the Universities Australia Conference 2020, held at the National Convention Centre in Canberra. The main theme of the conference was to encourage all academics to see their role as changemakers in...
by Sally Layson | Mar 2, 2020 | All Posts
Going to the Courts with your school is a serious matter. A Court building is a workplace and some people may be having a very stressful day. It is important you know the appropriate behaviour and security protocol before coming to the courts. Share this Buzzfeed...
