The so-called ‘kidfluencer’ economy is huge and growing. Australia should consider regulating it more tightly.
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A bail judge has ruled there are ‘exceptional circumstances’ in the Ben Roberts-Smith case and granted the accused war criminal bail.
From barrister to chief justice of the High Court, Sir Anthony Mason was at the centre of some of Australia’s most significant legal decisions.
From a global clothing brand to our biggest bank, companies that don’t follow the rules on sending marketing spam to Australians have faced hefty fines.
So-called “sovereign citizens” are using nonsense legal arguments to tie up court systems. Here are some ideas about how to deal with it.
While is it possible the former prince could be removed from the line of succession, it is a messy and complicated legislative process.
More than 540,000 people live in public housing in Australia. Recent court cases show how tenants can challenge relocation when laws aren’t properly followed.
Australia’s definition of terrorism was created in 2002. Since then, the threat landscape has changed dramatically, and it’s time for the term to be revised.
The new laws, which allow ‘hate’ groups to be banned, could also potentially affect people wanting to make legitimate criticisms of a foreign government.
At first glance, this new legislation might appear to significantly restrict free speech. But it is important to note there is a high threshold for conviction.
From food delivery drivers to pets in separation and the much-discussed teens social media ban, Australian law has undergone seveal important changes in 2025.
The listing triggers various offences, including for membership, support, or meeting with members of the organisation.
Sovereign citizens might seem eccentric, or even harmless. But those who look to engage in ‘pseudolaw’ can pose real risks.
Draft rules to restrict ‘age-inappropriate content’ may also affect essential information about sex and sexual health.
South Australia has announced tougher child sex offence laws. Is it a political move or will they actually help?
A new report has recommended courts have independent lawyers for victims of sexual violence. Here’s how it would make the judicial system safer.
Recent political attention might imply gender-affirming care is risky, controversial, perhaps even new. But Australian law views it as a legitimate medical treatment.
From booby-trapping your home to committing larceny, festive films are full of legal conundrums.
While French acknowledges possible privacy concerns, he explains why the long-time storage of personal data would be unnecessary
Proposed legislation to combat misinformation and disinformation needs to tackle some thorny issues, while preserving freedom of speech.
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