Australian Constitutional Law: Concepts and Cases 2nd Edition

Author: Luke Beck
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
ISBN: 9781009326605

Previous Edition ISBN: 9781108701037
Published In: January 2024
Format: Paperback
Jurisdiction: Australia ? Disclaimer:
Countri(es) stated herein are used as reference only

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An understanding of the Australian Constitution as a framework for government in Australia is critical for any law student interested in ensuring that the rule of law is upheld. Australian Constitutional Law: Concepts and Cases provides an accessible introduction to Australian constitutional law, integrating theory and doctrine. This book provides clear explanations and carefully selected case extracts that are structured conceptually, rather than chronologically, to enable students to understand both the current state of constitutional law doctrine and how to engage in constitutional reasoning. Discussion questions throughout encourage students to consider how the law has evolved and how it can be applied to hypothetical legislation. The second edition has been updated to include commentary on significant recent High Court decisions and a new chapter that examines the scope of the Commonwealth's power to impose taxation. Written by leading constitutional law scholar Luke Beck, Australian Constitutional Law remains an invaluable resource for law students.

Designed for a one semester course
Strikes a balance between being concise and providing enough detail
Topic and principles are explained in commentary
Commentary guides students through the extracts
Shorter and more focussed extracts
Crisp and clear writing

Part I. Introduction:

1. Introduction to Australian constitutional law

Part II. Legislative Powers:

2. State legislative powers

3. Constitutional method: interpretation, characterisation and invalidity

4. Trade and commerce power

5. Corporations power

6. External affairs power

7. Immigration and aliens powers

8. Taxation power

9. Constitutional alteration and the race power

Part III. Limitations on Powers: