The High Court and the Division of Law-Making Powers (VCE SSCE Legal Studies): Quizzes
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How can the High Court change the division of law-making powers?
How can the High Court change the division of law-making powers?
By interpreting the Constitution broadly
Under section 75, which disputes can the High Court hear?
Under section 75, which disputes can the High Court hear?
Cases where the Commonwealth is a party
What did Dulcie Williams challenge in the Brislan case (1935)?
What did Dulcie Williams challenge in the Brislan case (1935)?
The validity of the Wireless Telegraphy Act
Which services does section 51(v) give Commonwealth power over?
Which services does section 51(v) give Commonwealth power over?
Postal, telegraphic, telephonic services
What was the main outcome of the Brislan case for broadcasting?
What was the main outcome of the Brislan case for broadcasting?
Broadcasting became a concurrent power
Are international treaties automatically Australian law?
Are international treaties automatically Australian law?
No, Parliament must pass a statute first
What does section 51(xxix) give the Commonwealth power over?
What does section 51(xxix) give the Commonwealth power over?
External affairs
What did Tasmania want to build in the Tasmanian Dam case (1983)?
What did Tasmania want to build in the Tasmanian Dam case (1983)?
A dam on the Gordon River for hydro power
What was the High Court's decision in the Tasmanian Dam case?
What was the High Court's decision in the Tasmanian Dam case?
Commonwealth could legislate via treaties
What happens under section 109 when Commonwealth and state laws conflict?
What happens under section 109 when Commonwealth and state laws conflict?
Commonwealth law prevails