Government & Democracy
The courts and an independent judiciary
The courts in Australia are independent of the government and the parliament. They apply the law fairly and equally to everyone. The High Court of Australia is the highest court and is the only court that can interpret the Constitution.
Key facts
- ◆ Courts are independent of parliament and the government.
- ◆ The High Court of Australia is the highest court in the country.
- ◆ Only the High Court can interpret and decide on the Constitution.
- ◆ Judges apply the law fairly, and people are entitled to a fair trial.