Statute Law

These are laws in Australia that are made by the federal Parliament or state and territory parliaments.
These laws are written down in the form of statutes or Acts of Parliament, and they can be amended or repealed by subsequent Acts of Parliament.
Some examples include –
- - The Constitution of Australia: This is the supreme law of the land and sets out the framework for the federal system of government in Australia.
  - The Australian Human Rights Commission Act 1986: This Act establishes the Australian Human Rights Commission and sets out its functions and powers.
  - The Racial Discrimination Act 1975: This Act makes it unlawful to discriminate on the basis of race, colour, descent, or national or ethnic origin in various areas of public life.
  - The Sex Discrimination Act 1984: This Act makes it unlawful to discriminate on the basis of sex, marital status, or pregnancy and breastfeeding in various areas of public life.
  - The Criminal Code Act 1995: This Act sets out the general principles of criminal responsibility in Australia, including the definition of various criminal offences and the maximum penalties that can be imposed.
  - The Fair Work Act 2009: This Act sets out the minimum employment standards and protections for workers in Australia, including the right to minimum wages and conditions, the right to join a union, and protection against unfair dismissal.