HCA and the division of law-making powers

Question 1

What does the phrase ‘the HCA is the guardian of the constitution’ mean in simple terms?

Answer 1

Refers to the High Court of Australia being the one body of law that can interpret the Constitution.

Question 2

Which court is able to interpret matters relating to the constitution?

Answer 2

The High Court of Australia (HCA)

Question 3

True or false: The HCA is able to alter the wording of the constitution

Answer 3

False

Only a successful referendum can alter the wording of the Constitution.

Question 4

R v Brislan KEY FACTS

Question 5

R v Brislan JUDGE’s DECISION

Question 6

R v Brislan SIGNIFICANCE of the decision as it relates to the altering of the division of powers