The Rule of Law: Roe v Wade and Dobbs v Jackson Women’s Health Organisation by Malcolm Stewart, Senior Vice President, Rule of Law Education Centre The rule of law comprises a number of principles that underpin common law legal systems such as Australia, the United...
Constitution Day: The ‘birth’ of Australia Constitution Day is celebrated on 9 July each year. This date is significant because it marks the date the Australian Constitution became law on 9 July 1900. While July 9 is perhaps the least well-known date in...
How do you prevent a democratically elected person becoming a dictator? Lessons from the Magna Carta In 1215, England was ruled by the tyrannical King John. He ruled with absolute authority by reason of his position as King. He believed a King could act as he...
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...
