Case studies

Question 1

Lange vs Aust Broadcasting Corporation (1997)

Answer 1

High court upheld the right to freedom of political communication - Reinforced right to freedom of speech

Question 2

R v Thomas (2006) VSCA 165

Answer 2

Ruled a confession given by Jihad ‘Jack’ inadmissible - civil liberties protection

Question 3

Stephens v West Australia Newspapers Limited (1994)

Answer 3

Freedom of political communication

Question 4

Theophanous v The Herald and weekly times Lmt and Anor (1994)

Answer 4

Implied constitutional right to freedom of speech (political communication)