Bill Of Rights Act
Act's free-speech political pitch triggers the media
The Act party struggles to attract supporters, but has no problem getting the attention of the media. Its new proposals to beef up freedom of speech were debated throughout the week in the news. Audio
Hate speech vs free speech in the media
Claims of hate speech and the right to free speech made the news this week in response to racially-charged commentary in the media. One case played out in the court of public opinion, the other in a… Audio
Nurturing migrant mums - the midwife's role
A landmark pay parity case taken by midwives against the government would have gone to court today (15 August 2016) but - just days out from the hearing - the parties decided to enter mediation. The… Audio
Call to change three strikes legislation
The lawyer for a convicted murderer says the controversial three strikes legislation is inconsistent with the Bill of Rights Act and is urging the Court of Appeal to put Parliament on notice. Audio