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Current Inquiries: Future Acts Regime, Surrogacy Laws, and Human Tissue Laws. We repost but don't endorse relevant media items. www.alrc.gov.au

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Australian Law Reform Commission @auslawreform.bsky.social · 29/06/2026
A reminder: our briefing webinar is 1pm (AEST) tomorrow, 30 June 2026. Questions can be submitted in advance via the registration form, or emailed to comms@alrc.gov.au. Register at events.teams.microsoft.com/event/a75714...
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Australian Law Reform Commission @auslawreform.bsky.social · 24/06/2026
The ALRC’s Final Report in its Review of the Future Acts Regime has been tabled in Parliament today, titled ‘Fulfilling the Promise of Mabo: Reforming the Future Acts Regime 1993 (Cth)’. The Final and Summary Reports are available online with supporting materials. www.alrc.gov.au/fulfilling-t...
An ALRC report cover. The document contains the ALRC and Australian Government crest, along with the writing 'Final Report. Fulfilling the Promise of Mabo: Reforming the Future Acts Regime in the Native Title Act 1993 (Cth). ALRC Report 144. March 2026. The cover features a dark coloured First Nations artwork, with motifs of lines and circles.
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Australian Law Reform Commission @auslawreform.bsky.social · 26/05/2026
The ALRC joins all Australians in marking National Sorry Day on 26 May, an opportunity to recognise and reflect on the history, legacy and injustice of the Stolen Generations, the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children forcibly removed from their families.
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Federal Court of Australia @fedcourtau.bsky.social · 20/04/2026
Welcome to the Federal Court of Australia's Bluesky account. Here you'll find updates on the Court, announcements and insights into our work. We look forward to sharing information that helps keep you informed and connected. Follow along for the latest updates! #FCA
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Australian Law Reform Commission @auslawreform.bsky.social · 18/12/2025
The ALRC has certainly had an impactful 2025. From improving justice responses to sexual violence, to releasing detailed consultation publications that aim to: make the future acts regime more efficient, easier to use, better resourced, and fairer for all parties;
An infographic title 'The ALRC's 2024-25 impact'. It reads 6 publications across 4 inquiries; Justice Responses to Sexual Violence, Future Acts in the Native Title Act, Human Tissue Laws, and Surrogacy Laws. 100% timelineness of reports. 149 submissions received across all inquiries. 230 consultations undertaken across all inquiries. Around 100 citations and references to ALRC reports and publications in parliamentary debate and committee hearings, courts and tribunal decisions, and in academic publications. The ALRC achieved almost 1,000 media mentions in the last 12 months. Cumulative reach from media mentions tracked at over 3.6M. Over 1.1M visits to the ALRC website. 6,941 email subscribers. Around 50,000 followers on social media. Figures drawn from ALRC Annual Report 2024-25 as well as current data.
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Australian Law Reform Commission @auslawreform.bsky.social · 21/11/2025
We have just released the Discussion Paper in our Review of Human Tissue Laws. The Discussion Paper sets out 49 proposed reforms of surrogacy laws for feedback and also asks a number of questions. All those with an interest in the review are invited to provide submissions until 23 January 2026.
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Australian Law Reform Commission @auslawreform.bsky.social · 12/11/2025
The ALRC today released its Discussion Paper in its Review of Surrogacy Laws. The Discussion Paper sets out proposed reforms of surrogacy laws for feedback and also asks a number of questions. Those with an interest in the review are invited to provide submissions until 19 December 2025.
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Australian Law Reform Commission @auslawreform.bsky.social · 04/11/2025
Damien Carrick, host of RN's Law Report, hosted a panel with former ALRC Presidents the Hon Michael Kirby, the Hon Elizabeth Evatt, Professor Rosalind Croucher, the Hon Justice Sarah Derrington, and inaugural ALRC Commissioner Professor the Hon Gareth Evans, which has just been broadcast.
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Australian Law Reform Commission @auslawreform.bsky.social · 01/10/2025
The ALRC is hosting two major events next week: the Australasian Law Reform Agencies Conference 2025 (9-10 October), and the ALRC’s 50th anniversary dinner (evening of 9 October). Tickets are still available but close this week, so register ASAP at: au.entegy.events/alrc2025.
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Australian Law Reform Commission @auslawreform.bsky.social · 29/09/2025
The ALRC commends the publication of the Rapid Review of Assisted Reproductive Technology and In Vitro Fertilisation Regulation and Accreditation in Australia, undertaken by Professor Euan M Wallace AM and the Victorian Department of Health. Access the report here: www.health.gov.au/sites/defaul...
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Australian Law Reform Commission @auslawreform.bsky.social · 11/09/2025
The ALRC is excited to be hosting the 2025 Australasian Law Reform Agencies Conference 9-10 October. The conference program features prominent law reformers, experts, scholars and legal thinkers from around Australia and internationally. Learn more and register at au.entegy.events/alrc2025
White text on blue reads: Registrations open. Australasian Law Reform Agencies Conference 2025. 9-10 October. Melbourne Australia. Presented by the Australian Law Reform Commission.White text on blue background reads: Join us for a unique and engaging program. Held over two days at the Melbourne Museum, ALRAC 2025 features expert speakers on a wide range of topics. Hear from leading law reformers, scholars and legal practitioners from across Australia and around the world. Speakers include ...A monochrome image of The Hon Michael Kirby AC CMG, inaugural ALRC Chair and former High Court judge. Michael smiles at the camera, wearing a striped suit.A monochrome image of the Hon Justice Mordy Bromberg, ALRC President and Federal Court judge. Justice Bromberg has a warm expression facing the camera, and wears a suit jacket and shirt.
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Australian Law Reform Commission @auslawreform.bsky.social · 14/08/2025
ALRC President, the Hon Justice Mordy Bromberg, was pleased to join the inaugural Australian Law Forum, presented by @lawyersweekly.bsky.social, in Sydney this morning, to address attendees from the legal profession. You can read his remarks on the ALRC website here: www.alrc.gov.au/news/the-cha....
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The Challenge of AI for Law Reform and the Legal Profession
Address to the Australian Law Forum 2025 by ALRC President the Hon Justice Mordy Bromberg, 14 August 2025 Transcript CHECK AGAINST DELIVERY “Sensation is unorganised stimulus, perception is organised ...
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Australian Law Reform Commission @auslawreform.bsky.social · 09/07/2025
Tickets are now on sale for the ALRC's 50th anniversary celebration dinner, to be held in Melbourne on 9th October, 2025. Join ALRC leaders past and present, and other prominent guests from the world of law reform to celebrate an iconic institution. Secure your seats now: au.entegy.events/alrc2025
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Australian Law Reform Commission @auslawreform.bsky.social · 23/06/2025
Check out an update on the ALRC's Review of Human Tissue Laws, from Commissioner Dr Maeghan Toews. You can find the Inquiry's Issue Paper on our website. Submissions are now open in the Review of Human Tissue Laws, and close on 4 July. Learn more and get involved at www.alrc.gov.au/inquiry/revi....
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Update from the ALRC's Review of Human Tissue Laws
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Australian Law Reform Commission @auslawreform.bsky.social · 16/06/2025
Have you checked out the Discussion Paper for the Review of the Future Acts Regime? You can watch Commissioner Tony McAvoy SC give an update on the Inquiry below. You can find the Discussion Paper and more information on making a submission at www.alrc.gov.au/publication/... youtu.be/YuGVxks5BOQ
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Update from the ALRC's Review of the Future Acts Regime
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Australian Law Reform Commission @auslawreform.bsky.social · 12/06/2025
The ALRC will be hosting a webinar on the Review of the Future Acts Regime on 2 July, 1-2pm AEST. Commissioner Tony McAvoy SC, Nick Testro, and Shanti Fatchen will outline feedback received, discuss key reform ideas, and answer questions. Learn more at events.teams.microsoft.com/event/4b51c9...
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Australian Law Reform Commission @auslawreform.bsky.social · 05/06/2025
You can now watch yesterday's National Press Club address featuring ALRC President the Hon Justice Mordy Bromberg and Domestic, Family and Sexual Violence Commissioner Micaela Cronin. Thank you to the NPC for hosting an important conversation.
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IN FULL: The Hon Justice Mordy Bromberg & Micaela Cronin's Address to the National Press Club
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Australian Law Reform Commission @auslawreform.bsky.social · 03/06/2025
The Issues Paper for the Australian Law Reform Commission’s Review of Surrogacy Laws has been published today. The Issues Paper provides a broad overview of the Inquiry, suggests principles and approaches for the Inquiry, and invites input from stakeholders and the public.
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Australian Law Reform Commission @auslawreform.bsky.social · 30/05/2025
ALRC President the Hon Justice Mordy Bromberg met today with recently appointed Commonwealth Attorney-General the Hon Michelle Rowland MP. Justice Bromberg and the Attorney had a productive conversation in relation to law reform, and the ALRC once again congratulates her on her appointment.
Michelle and Mordy smile at the camera. They stand wearing business attire, standing against a white wall.
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Ronli Sifris @ronlisifris.bsky.social · 26/05/2025
The @auslawreform.bsky.social is recruiting for a Legal Officer to join one of the current Inquiry teams. Please apply! You may get to work with me and my fabulous team on the Surrogacy Inquiry! www.apsjobs.gov.au/s/job-detail...
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Australian Law Reform Commission @auslawreform.bsky.social · 26/05/2025
The Issues Paper for the Australian Law Reform Commission’s Review of Human Tissue Laws is now available. The Issues Paper provides a broad overview of the Inquiry and sets out eight questions for stakeholders to consider. www.alrc.gov.au/publication/...
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Review of Human Tissue Laws: Issues Paper (2025)
Submissions in response to the Issues Paper are now open.  The Issues Paper introduces our inquiry and explains what we have been asked to do. It provides a brief overview of human tissue laws. The Is...
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Australian Law Reform Commission @auslawreform.bsky.social · 22/05/2025
The Discussion Paper for the ALRC's Review of the Future Acts Regime has been published. The Discussion Paper sets out a number of questions and proposed reforms for feedback, and the ALRC is inviting submissions until 10 July 2025. www.alrc.gov.au/publication/...
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Review of the Future Acts Regime: Discussion Paper (2025)
Submissions in response to the Discussion Paper are now open.  The Discussion Paper continues the conversation started earlier in our Inquiry. The Discussion Paper outlines what we have heard so far a...
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Australian Law Reform Commission @auslawreform.bsky.social · 16/05/2025
ALRC President, the Hon Justice Mordy Bromberg and Domestic, Family and Sexual Violence Commissioner Micaela Cronin will jointly address the National Press Club on 4 June. Learn more and secure tickets to "Safe, informed and supported: addressing sexual violence" at: npc.org.au/events/the-h...
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The Hon Justice Mordy Bromberg & Micaela Cronin
June 4, 2025 @ 11:30 am - 1:30 pm - Australian Law Reform Commission President, the Hon Justice Mordy Bromberg and Domestic, Family and Sexual Violence Commissioner, Micaela Cronin will Address the Na...
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Australian Law Reform Commission @auslawreform.bsky.social · 13/05/2025
The Australian Law Reform Commission congratulates the Hon Michelle Rowland MP on her appointment as Commonwealth Attorney-General. The ALRC also thanked former Attorney-General the Hon Mark Dreyfus KC MP for his contribution to the law and law reform. www.alrc.gov.au/news/austral...
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Australian Law Reform Commission congratulates new Commonwealth Attorney-General
13 May 2025 The Australian Law Reform Commission (ALRC) congratulates the Hon Michelle Rowland MP on her appointment today as Commonwealth Attorney-General. ALRC President the Hon Justice Mordy Brombe...
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Australian Law Reform Commission @auslawreform.bsky.social · 01/05/2025
This story highlights the complexities and sensitivities surrounding surrogacy in Australia. The Australian Law Reform Commission's Review of Surrogacy Laws is underway with a range of issues identified for consideration. Learn more at the ALRC website: www.alrc.gov.au/inquiry/revi...
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Couple who used overseas surrogate to have baby could face prosecution
A Brisbane couple could face prosecution after they admitted to using a commercial surrogacy service to have a baby abroad, but experts say the laws need to change.
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Australian Law Reform Commission @auslawreform.bsky.social · 15/04/2025
Save the date: 9-10 October 2025. The ALRC is proud to be hosting a 50th anniversary celebration dinner and the Australasian Law Reform Agency Conference (ALRAC 2025) in October. More info coming soon, but follow us to stay updated on the event or read more here: www.linkedin.com/posts/alrc_s...
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🚨 Save the Dates: 9-10 October 2025 📅 The Australian Law Reform… | Australian Law Reform Commission
🚨 Save the Dates: 9-10 October 2025 📅 The Australian Law Reform Commission will be hosting a 50th anniversary celebration dinner, and the Australasian Law Reform Conference (ALRAC 2025) in October t...
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Australian Law Reform Commission @auslawreform.bsky.social · 01/04/2025
Read an opinion piece from the ALRC's President, Justice Mordy Bromberg, in @themandarin.bsky.social this week, highlighting the stark findings and detailed recommendations from the ALRC's recent report 'Safe, Informed, Supported: Reforming Justice Responses to Sexual Violence'.
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Reforming the justice system’s response to sexual violence
OPINION | Despite its staggering prevalence, sexual violence remains largely unaddressed by the justice system, compromising community safety, writes the Australian Law Reform Commission president.
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Australian Law Reform Commission @auslawreform.bsky.social · 27/03/2025
Did you get a chance to join us earlier this month for the launch event of 'Safe, Informed, Supported', our Final Report from the Inquiry into Justice Responses to Sexual Violence? If you missed the livestream or want to rewatch the event, you can find it on the ALRC's Youtube channel in full.
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Launch Event: Final Report for Inquiry into Justice Responses to Sexual Violence
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Australian Law Reform Commission @auslawreform.bsky.social · 12/03/2025
A reminder to join the ALRC online tomorrow morning at 8am for a launch of this report and discussion on the issue of sexual violence with a knowledgeable panel. See our post for more info.
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Australian Law Reform Commission @auslawreform.bsky.social · 08/03/2025
The ALRC is pleased to be hosting a launch event for Safe, Informed, Supported: Reforming Justice Responses to Sexual Violence at 8am Thursday 13th March 2025. www.youtube.com/live/-CYCEzl...
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Launch Event: Final Report for Inquiry into Justice Responses to Sexual Violence
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Australian Law Reform Commission @auslawreform.bsky.social · 06/03/2025
The ALRC’s Final Report for its Inquiry into Justice Responses to Sexual Violence has been tabled in Parliament today by Attorney-General the Hon Mark Dreyfus KC MP.
A formal report cover. It reads "Final Report. Safe, Informed, Supported: Reforming Justice Responses to Sexual Violence. ALRC Report 143. January 2025"
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Australian Law Reform Commission @auslawreform.bsky.social · 24/02/2025
The Australian Law Reform Commission has commenced its Review of Human Tissue Laws recently. Read more about some current challenges with organ donation and transplantation.
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Twin boys get life-saving organ transplants weeks apart
Last year saw an increase in the number of organ donors, but as donors age and families refuse permission, fewer Australians are receiving life-saving donations.
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Australian Law Reform Commission @auslawreform.bsky.social · 07/02/2025
Attorney-General Mark Dreyfus KC MP has formally referred a Review of Human Tissue Laws to the ALRC. The review is asked to inquire and report on what reforms might be necessary to modernise and harmonise human tissue laws across Australian jurisdictions. #LawReform #HealthLaw #biotech #medtech
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AUSTRALIAN LAW REFORM COMMISSION INQUIRY INTO HUMAN TISSUE LAWS IN AUSTRALIA
The Australian Law Reform Commission (ALRC) has received Terms of Reference from Commonwealth Attorney-General the Hon Mark Dreyfus KC MP to review Australian human tissue laws. The review is asked to...
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Australian Law Reform Commission @auslawreform.bsky.social · 29/01/2025
From ABC Radio National's Law Report and Damian Carrick: Why did the Federal Court hear evidence in a legal case that is yet to be commenced?https://www.abc.net.au/listen/programs/lawreport/law-report/104811486
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Recording Indigenous testimony for use in future compensation claims - ABC listen
The Kimberley Land Council is being approached by several native title groups keen to follow in the footsteps of Western Australia's Karajarri people, who have achieved a legal first.
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Australian Law Reform Commission @auslawreform.bsky.social · 22/01/2025
The ALRC submitted the Final Report for the Inquiry into Justice Responses to Sexual Violence to Attorney-General Mark Dreyfus KC MP yesterday. The report and its recommendations for reform will be public after it is tabled in Parliament, no later than 15 sitting days after submission.
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Australian Law Reform Commission @auslawreform.bsky.social · 19/12/2024
An end of year shout out to interns Amelia and Tian, talented law students who made a great contribution to the ALRC's current reviews! The ALRC's is fortunate to have benefited from a long line of top tier professionals in our ranks, from interns to Presidents and everything in between.
Tian and Amelia stand side by side facing the camera and smiling. They wear black sleeveless tops, and Amelia wears a blue pendant on a chain.A number of people sit at a conference table, some clapping. A screen is on the wall with a presentation slide on it. The room has large windows facing out onto tall city buildings.Amelia sits at a conference table presenting from her laptop. There are a number of computers on the conference table, and a screen is mounted on the wall with a presentation slide displayed, along with a number of video call participants.Tian and a colleague sit at a conference table working on their computers, smiling.
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Australian Law Reform Commission @auslawreform.bsky.social · 06/12/2024
The Australian Law Reform Commission (ALRC) has received Terms of Reference from Commonwealth Attorney-General the Hon Mark Dreyfus KC MP to review Australian surrogacy laws, policies and practices. Read more in our media release at www.alrc.gov.au/news/austral.... #LawReform #surrogacy
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Australian Law Reform Commission @auslawreform.bsky.social · 03/12/2024
The ALRC team is at the National Indigenous Legal Conference this afternoon to talk about native title and the future acts regime. We’ll post with highlights from the panel discussion shortly. #NILC2024
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Australian Law Reform Commission @auslawreform.bsky.social · 02/12/2024
The ALRC will be joining the National Indigenous Law Conference today, to discuss our Review of the Future Acts Regime. Commissioner and Wirdi man Tony McAvoy SC will lead a panel discussion on what we’ve heard so far. We’ll post highlights from the discussion as it happens this afternoon.
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Australian Law Reform Commission @auslawreform.bsky.social · 01/12/2024
Damien Carrick's latest episode of The Law Report on ABC Radio national explores the complexity of judicial accountability. The Australian Law Reform Commission's Review into Judicial Impartiality gets a mention during a fascinating discussion. Listen at www.abc.net.au/listen/progr...
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How should the justice system respond when a judge commits a crime? - ABC listen
Tasmanian Supreme Court Justice Gregory Geason resigned after he was convicted and sentenced for assault and emotional abuse or intimidation. The Law Report looks at the broader question of how Austra...
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Australian Law Reform Commission @auslawreform.bsky.social · 28/11/2024
Today the Australian Law Reform Commission published the Issues Paper for the Review of the Future Acts Regime, led by Commissioner Tony McAvoy SC and ALRC President the Hon Justice Mordecai Bromberg. Learn more and access the Issues Paper at www.alrc.gov.au/publication/.... #LawReform #NativeTitle
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Review of the Future Acts Regime: Issues Paper (2024) | ALRC
Submissions in response to the Issues Paper are now open.  The Issues Paper aims to explain the future acts regime at a high level and introduce our Inquiry. It also starts a conversation by asking yo...
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Guardian Australia @australia.theguardian.com · 27/11/2024
Journalists won’t be criminalised for holding some Australian government secrets after law reforms
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Journalists won’t be criminalised for holding some Australian government secrets after law reforms
Attorney general repeals parts of national secrecy laws but does not go as far as independent review recommended Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updates Get our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcast Journalists will no longer face criminal prosecution for merely receiving some secret government information even without making it public, under changes the federal attorney general has announced to national secrecy laws. Mark Dreyfus has also agreed to repeal parts of the law that make it a criminal offence to publish any information stamped “protected”, “secret” or “top secret” – meaning actual or likely harm is determined by the content of a document, not just the label on it. Sign up for Guardian Australia’s breaking news email Continue reading...
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Australian Law Reform Commission @auslawreform.bsky.social · 20/11/2024
The ALRC congratulates Peter Brereton SC on his appointment to the Supreme Court of NSW. Peter was an Advisory Committee member for our 2007 report 'Privilege in Perspective: Client Legal Privilege in Federal Investigations', and we acknowledge his distinguished legal career.
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Australian Law Reform Commission @auslawreform.bsky.social · 20/11/2024
We're hiring! Join the ALRC as Compliance and Administrative Officer, focusing on governance, financial, audit and risk, and reporting obligations, and be part of a growing team of professionals at the leading edge of legal reform in Australia. Learn more at www.apsjobs.gov.au/s/job-search...
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Australian Law Reform Commission @auslawreform.bsky.social · 18/11/2024
Today, the ALRC hosted the first meeting of the Advisory Committee for the Review of the Future Acts Regime, and Commissioner Tony McAvoy SC highlighted the importance of the Committee "thinking broadly and creatively".
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