Magna Carta and Human Rights What is the relationship between the Magna Carta and Human Rights? The Magna Carta, which is Latin for The Great Charter, was a list of demands and expectations forced on the evil King, John of England in 1215. King John was so...
Wise Words from Hon Sir Brennan Sir Gerard Brennan, the former Chief Justice who was primarily responsible for recognising Aboriginal native title, has died at the age of 94, triggering widespread praise for his role in overturning the concept of terra nullius. He was...
The State of Civics and Citizenship Education in NSW Comparison between the NSW and Australian Curriculum The Rule of Law Education Centre advocates for and educates Australian school students and the wider community about the history and foundations of Australia’s...
Judge Peter Zahra, a NSW Disctrict Court Judge was appointed to the bench in 2007, and passed away in hospital on Sunday 8th May after suffering a stroke. Judge Zahra was one of the Law Day Out Programs biggest supporters. From the infancy of the program His Honour...
Comparison of Judicial Independence Afganistan, Poland and Australia Independence of the Judiciary is a key feature of the separation of powers and supports the achievement of the Rule of Law. It also provides crucial checks and balances within legal systems...
Is ICAC Just a kangaroo court? Chris Merritt wrote in the Australian newspaper on 5 May 2022 that: “The nation owes Stephen Rushton a vote of thanks. As one of the three ICAC commissioners in NSW, Rushton’s argument that his organisation is not a kangaroo court...
