Legal publications

Clarity in the test for materiality

A discussion of the High Court’s decision in LPDT v Minister for Immigration, Citizenship, Migrant Services and Multicultural Affairs [2024] HCA 12 with Douglas Mcdonald Norman for Bench TV.

The Weight of Expectations: Ismail v Minister for Immigration, Citizenship and Multicultural Affairs [2024] HCA 2

An analysis of the interpretation of the Expectations of the Australian Community consideration under the Direction in visa cancellation cases.

Justice deferred: Plaintiff M1/2021 v Minister for Home Affairs

An analysis of the practical consequences of the High Court's decision in Plaintiff M1/2021 v Minister for Home Affairs.

The Erosion of Fairness in Australia’s Refugee Framework

A post for the University of Oxford on Australia’s ‘fast track’ merits review system and asylum seekers’ reduced rights before the Immigration Assessment Authority.

The Confused Construction of ‘Non-Refoulement’ in the Ministerial Directions for Visa Cancellations

An analysis of the interpretation and application of Ministerial Directions in visa cancellation cases.