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Australia Law and Legal Issues

The law of Australia is covered by the “Constitution of Australia,” which defines the constitutional monarchy and provides the foundation of the government. It is comprised of common laws, federal laws, and enacted laws.

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Are steroids legal in Australia?

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if you get it from a doctor and you need them for ilness or something close

Can you import Garra Rufa fish into Australia?

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No. To date, importing Garra rufa fish has not been approved by the Australian Government's Department of the Environment, Water, Heritage and the Arts.

When was the drinking age raised in Australia?

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The U.S. Government passed the National Minimum Drinking Age Act on July 17, 1984. This did not change the drinking age. However, it forced the individual states to establish the minimum drinking age as 21 or lose 10% of their federal highway funding.

How much is the cost of tourist visa to Australia?

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The main payments that an immigrant will make are to the Department of Immigration and Citizenship. The ammount paid to migration consultants varies however will be anyway from $400 to mony thousands. Have a look at the link below to see Simple Australian Migration's prices.

Where can you find marijuana in Australia?

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To date, marijuana has not been legalised in any of the states or territories of Australia.

Is it legal to dress as Batman in Australia?

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Yes. Australia has no laws against what clothes you wear as long as you wear clothes that wouldn't be classified as indecent exposure.

What is the role of the High Court?

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The High Court is the highest court in the Australian judicial system. It was established in 1901 by Section 71 of the Constitution. The functions of the High Court are to interpret and apply the law of Australia; to decide cases of special federal significance including challenges to the constitutional validity of laws and to hear appeals, by special leave, from Federal, State and Territory courts. The seat of the High Court is in Canberra, where it is located in its own building within the Parliamentary Triangle. The High Court building houses three courtrooms, Justices' chambers, and the Court's main registry, library, and corporate services facilities. In addition, there are offices of the High Court Registry in Sydney and Melbourne, staffed by officers of the High Court. In Adelaide, Brisbane, Darwin and Perth, registry functions are performed on behalf of the High Court by officers of the Federal Court of Australia, and in Hobart they are performed by officers of the Supreme Court of Tasmania.

What do people act like in Australia?

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Australian people engage in the same activities as people in other westernised nations. They work or collect unemployment benefits; they send their children to school; they have leisure time in which they follow outdoor sports and recreation, or indoor pursuits; they are free to follow their own political or spiritual beliefs. Other outdoor activities might include barbeques, the beach, bushwalking and camping.

Requirements of eligibility for Australian citizenship?

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As my wife is an Australian citizen , am I eligble?

Where did Australia's legal system come from?

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Australia's legal system is founded on the rule of law. The judicial is interdependent and seeks to award justice to all.

Who are famous Australian women sports people?

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1) Fanny Durack and Mina Wylie - first women to compete for Australia in the Olympics (1912) and first Australian women to win Olympic medals (Durack - gold and Wylie - silver in the women's 100 meter freestyle). 2) Dawn Fraser - won four gold medals and four silver medals in Olympic competition (swimming) in three different Olympics (1956, 1960, 1964). 3) Evonne Goolagong - 7 time Grand Slam tennis tournament winner (4 Australian Opens, 1 French Open, 2 Wimbledon). 4) Louise Sauvage - 2 time Olympic gold medal winner in wheelchair racing (1996, 2000) and 9 time gold medal winner in the Paralympic Games. 5) Cathy Freeman - gold medalist in the 400 meter run at the 2000 Summer Olympics. She was named the Sportswoman of the Year in 2001. She was the first aboriginal Australian to win an Olympic gold medal in an individual event. 6) Nova Peris-Kneebone - She was the first aboriginal Australian to win an Olympic gold medal (Field Hockey in the 1996 Games).

How did the Aboriginal person take care of the environment?

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Aborigines have a very close connection with their homeland which is part of their very identity. Their soul was infused with the earth, and to be dispossessed of their tribal lands meant they lost that connection and therefore their very spiritual identity.

Is there a legal age of which you can buy a condom in australia?

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Any age but if your in your teens and you want to have sex make sure it's with the right person and go to blogs and read peolpes storys and how they made bad disctions and when your having sex and you tell them stop cuz it hurts and they do it means your partna loves you and if they don't it means they only care about f***ing you

What punishment do you get for shoplifting in Australia?

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What is Punishment for shoplifting product less then $5 in Australia

Is homeschooling legal in Australia?

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Yes. Many people homeschool their children. They need to register the fact that they are homeschooling, as there are certain legal requirements that must be met.

For more information on the requirements for homeschooling in Australia, see the related link.

Are g-strings and thong swimwear legal on Sydney beaches?

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Given that in Australia, thongs are popular open footwear, the answer is yes.

Regarding the minimalist swimwear, thongs are permitted on most Australian beaches. They are said to be popular at St Kilda beach in Victoria.

How are refugees treated in Australia?

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I supose it is because we look at the world as a comunity that we are a part of and it is humane thing to do to help people that are in urgent need of help. Australia is involved in conflicts around the world and this also leads to situations where those that help your cause are in danger in their old countrys.

What is the Maximum age limit for driving in Western Australia?

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Australia has no maximum driving age but its minimum is 16years and 9months which is when you are allowed to apply for a licence

Actually, depending upon the state of Australia, the minimum age to apply for a licence is 16 years. In Queensland, for example, a person may apply for his or her learner's permit at age 16, but cannot sit the test until he/she turns 17.

Are slingshots illegal in Australia?

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Yes.

Under the current national firearms laws, anything that can be used to launch a projectile is regarded as a firearm including a child's toy.

Also, a sling shot is a concealable weapon.

Are all high court judges appointed by the governor general of australia?

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High Court justices are appointed by the Governor General on advice of the Prime Minister.

What are the two houses of Parliament the federal government is made up of in Australia?

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Different states have different houses of parliament.

In Australia, federally, the two houses of Parliament are the Senate (Upper house) and the House of Representatives(lower house).

Within each of the states and territories, this changes, and the names of the houses of Parliament are as follows:

  • New South Wales: Legislative Council (upper house) and Legislative Assembly (lower house)
  • Victoria: Legislative Council (upper house) and Legislative Assembly (lower house)
  • South Australia: Legislative Council (upper house) and House of Assembly (lower house)
  • Queensland: Legislative Assembly (there is only one house)
  • Western Australia: Legislative Council (upper house) and Legislative Assembly (lower house)
  • Tasmania: Legislative Council (upper house) and House of Assembly (lower house)
  • Northern Territory and Australian Capital Territory:Legislative Assembly (one house only)