Court’s ruling that native title is ‘property’ is a victory for common sense
The High Court’s decision in Commonwealth v Yunupingu is a victory for common sense and the rule of law in this country.
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How Australia Can Reinforce Its Commitment to International Humanitarian Law
Australia’s responsibility lies in being a prominent champion of international humanitarian law in concert with other like-minded partners.
Commonwealth loses High Court appeal of landmark native title compensation claim in North Arnhem Land
Australia’s highest court has upheld a decision finding traditional owners from North East Arnhem Land are entitled to some $700m in compensation over the destruction of their land due to bauxite ...
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‘Objectively nonsense’: Sovereign citizen ‘pseudo-law’ arguments clogging up Australia’s courts
“It emerged in the US in the ‘60s, ‘70s, ‘80s and ‘90s from a few different right-wing groups — [people] keen on the right to bear arms, tax protesters, the common law court movement ...
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Australia High Court rejects Commonwealth appeal in Native title land compensation claim
The High Court of Australia rejected the Commonwealth of Australia's appeal in a historic case concerning native title compensation claim, ruling in favor of the Indigenous Gumatj Clan on Wednesday.
ATO warning over ‘common’ $122,000 property mistake after tax law change
Since January 1, all residents selling property are required to get a clearance certificate from the tax office to avoid having an amount withheld from the sale price. Brisbane real estate agent Leesa ...