Constitutional Law in Australia, 3rd Edition

Name: Constitutional Law in Australia, 3rd Edition
Brand: LexisNexis Australia
SKU: 9780409327137
Price: 756.00 HKD
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Author: Peter Hanks; Frances Gordon; Graeme Hill
ISBN: 9780409327137

Edited by Peter Hanks · Frances Gordon · Graeme Hill

LexisNexis Australia December 2011

Specifications

ISBN-13: 9780409327137
Publisher: LexisNexis Australia
Publication: December 2011
Format: Paperback
Jurisdiction: Australia ? Countri(es) for reference only

Details

Constitutional Law in Australia explores major themes and issues relating to the structure and function of government in Australia, in both institutional and federal aspects. Drawing on formal constitutional documents, legislation, judicial decisions, political practice and academic commentary, this text offers a guide to the legal aspects of government in Australia and a critical evaluation of the growth of constitutional rules and concepts. This text is a comprehensive, authoritative and critical account of the rules which structure and reflect the exercise of political power in Australia.

Features
· High quality text from respected authors
· A clear, logical writing style covering the context of constitutional law
· Most current text on the market

1. Introduction
2. The Parliament
3. Legislative Procedures
4. The Executive
5. Legal Aspects of Federation
6. Fiscal Power
7. Control of Economic Activity
8. The Commonwealth in the International Community
9. The Separation of Powers
10. Rights and Freedoms

About the Author

Peter Hanks QC is a member of the Victorian Bar Association and a former University law teacher and solicitor. He practises predominantly in public law - administrative law and constitutional law.
Frances Gordon is a member of the Victorian Bar Association.
Graeme Hill is a member of the Victorian Bar Association.