Law Topics A-C

Commonwealth of Australia Constitution Act 1900 (Imp) 63 & 64 Vict, c 12.
The Act as passed by the UK government in 1900

Commonwealth of Australia Constitution Act. (AustLII)
Use this version for finding cases considering each section: Use the [Noteup] button.

Constitution Act 1889 (WA)

Constitution Act 1902 (NSW)

History and origins of the Australian Constitution.

First published prior to the Republic and Preamble referenda in 1999, this Parliamentary Library publication gives an overview of the important milestones of Australian constitutional history.

Introductory information from the Parliamentary Handbook (2014)

The National Archives of Australia presents 110 key documents that are the foundation of our nation.

Research, reports and lectures about the theory and practice of parliament.

The Australian Republic Movement is building an inclusive, member-controlled, volunteer-led campaign calling for a national vote so that Australians can have a head of state of our own.

Significant collection of constitutional research including Constitutions and Courts (2000).

The Constitution Education Fund Australia (CEFA) is an independent, non-partisan and non-profit organisation committed to increasing public understanding and appreciation of the Constitution, its history and contemporary relevance.

Established to encourage people of all ages and backgrounds to learn more about how our Australian political system works, the relationship with our state system and how to participate in it more fully.