Australian Constitutional Law 2nd Edition

Australian Constitutional Law: Foundations and Theory explains and evaluates the Australian constitutional system in relation to the classical principles of constitutional government such as the rule of law, separation of powers, representation, executive responsibility, federalism and fundamental rights.

This second edition is fully revised and updated to cover recent critical developments in Australian constitutional law. They include judicial precedents on:-

• Indefinite judicial detention of prisoners (Fardon, Baker)
• Potential expansion of the inherent and prerogative powers of the executive (MV Tampa)
• Privative clauses limiting federal original jurisdiction. (Abebe, Plaintiff S157)
• Cross-vesting and accrued jurisdiction –the post Wakim developments
• Taxation - recovery of costs of migration detention (Qureshi) and fees for air services (Airservices Australia)
• Limits on free speech (Coleman v Power)
• Judicial power – directing courts on evidence (Nicholas v The Queen)
• Developments in acquisitions power (Smith v ANL)
• Disqualifications for election to parliament (Sue v Hill)