
AustraliaAustralia High Court Hears Challenge to Ban on Political Parties
Australia's High Court is hearing a landmark case concerning the Commonwealth's constitutional power to ban political parties, specifically the White Australia Party.
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High Court Case Challenges Ban on Political Parties in Australia
First report 16h agoLast update 16h agoConcerns are raised about the Commonwealth's constitutional power to ban political parties, the burden on political communication, and the separation of powers, with potential far-reaching consequences.
Reporting on the High Court hearing details the 'David vs. Goliath' nature of the case, with all states intervening, and the core argument about Parliament's power to prohibit hate groups.
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