Independent arbitration of public interest immunity claims

04 February 2010This report looks at public interest claims made by government in response to orders of the Senate or of Senate committees for the production of information and documents. It recommends against the Senate adopting the process of independent arbitration over public interest immunity claims proposed by Senators Ludlam, Xenophon and Fielding.

Noticeboard

20 December 2011

On 18 November 2011, Parliamentary Secretary for Immigration and Multicultural Affairs, Senator the Hon Kate Lundy, announced the establishment of an independent panel of eminent community leaders to conduct an inquiry into Australian Government services to ensure they are responsive to the needs of Australians from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

09 December 2011

The Historical Justice and Memory website now includes a daily newsblog.

02 December 2011

Applications are now open for a unique training opportunity for selected individuals develop the skills, networks and knowledge needed to be effective in forging a more sustainable future.