Open democracy in New South Wales local government elections.

How a patchwork of municipalities became the third tier of government. Local governments are often taken for granted in Australia. It’s...

High Court battle over Northern Territory constitutional rights as Territorians head to polls.

NSW court upholds validity of ICAC investigation of Gladys Berejiklian.

As the Israel genocide case continues, it is important to consider the differences between the definitions of genocide.

Australia’ less violent and more successful secession movement.

Some of the most topical legal issues going into 2024.

Wrapping up the year that was in law and government coverage on 6 News.

Climate change protesters claim another win against government protest crackdowns.

Senator Linda Reynolds’ case against the ACT DPP decreases governmental immunity.

Labor has lost support following the Voice referendum defeat.

How racial discrimination laws protect Jews and Palestinians in Australia.

A second High Court migration case in as many weeks sends the government back to the drawing board.

The Treaty of Versailles was Australia's first independent venture in foreign affairs.

Final High Court judgments involving Chief Justice Susan Kiefel have been handed down.

Debate over creating an Indigenous body to make representations to the government has led some to consider international treaties instead.

The High Court paves the way for a federal fuel excise for electric vehicles.

The double majority required for a referendum means the Yes campaign faces an uphill battle.

Without the involvement of international law, the question of Australian sovereignty cannot be challenged.

The Queensland and Commonwealth governments are set to introduce changes to privacy laws with wildly different consequences.