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Hon Walter Sofronoff KC spoke at Rule of Law Dinner

Rule of Law Robin Speed Memorial Dinner was held on 13 June in Sydney

Commentary from the Rule of Law Institute

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The Rule of Law Institute of Australia is an independent, politically non-partisan, not-for-profit body formed to uphold the rule of law in Australia. The Institute aims to promote discussion on the importance of the principles which underpin the rule of law.

Model Litigant Rules

A level playing field in litigation between the government and the individual.

Access to Justice

The rule of law can only work when there is access to justice.

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Checks and Balances

Accountability and transparency

Free Speech and Media

To be able to speak out about the way the law is administered without fear.

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Common Law Rights

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Education

The Rule of Law Institute of Australia works with its sister organisation, The Rule of Law Education Centre. The Education Centre works with teachers and students to educate and inform school students about how the Magna Carta and subsequent rule of law principles have impacted and contributed to the history, culture and legal processes of Australia and to strengthen the rule of law and human rights through education. To learn more, go to www.ruleoflaw.org.au