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Administrative judgments from Australian courts and tribunals, with a plain-English summary, the legal holding and frequently asked questions.

DismissedNSW Civil and Administrative Tribunal (Administrative and Equal Opportunity Division)·11 July 2024

NSW Civil and Administrative Tribunal Affirms Refusal of Firearms Licences

The NSW Civil and Administrative Tribunal affirmed the refusal of firearms licences for two applicants due to public safety concerns involving their relationship with a convicted individual. The Tribunal decided that the applicants could not ensure continuous and responsible control over firearms.

AllowedFederal Court of Australia (Full Court)·14 June 2024

Federal Court Allows Tax Appeal, Remands for Redetermination

The Federal Court allowed an appeal brought by the Commissioner of Taxation against a decision made by the Administrative Appeals Tribunal. The case involved allegations of a 'dividend stripping' operation, which is a tax avoidance scheme. The Full Court found that the Tribunal had incorrectly interpreted the relevant tax law and remitted the matter back to the Tribunal for further consideration.

AllowedFederal Court of Australia (Full Court)·05 June 2024

Full Federal Court Upholds Decision to Release Mask Testing Data

The Full Federal Court allowed an appeal, deciding that a decision by the Department to release testing data about face masks was legal under the Therapeutic Goods Act. The court ruled that even if the tests were not done according to strict regulations, they still counted as 'therapeutic goods information' and could be released.

DismissedFederal Court of Australia·09 May 2024

Federal Court Denies Joining Spouse in Tax Appeal

In a Federal Court case, the claimant tried to bring his wife into a tax appeal against an Administrative Appeals Tribunal decision. His request was denied, but he can have his wife assist him in court without her being a formal party.

DismissedNSW Civil and Administrative Tribunal (Appeal Panel)·12 Apr 2024

Consumer Entitled to Refund for Breached Contract - NSW Civil and Administrative Tribunal

DismissedNSW Civil and Administrative Tribunal (Appeal Panel)·09 Apr 2024

Appeal Dismissed: Procedural Fairness Upheld in NSW Civil Proceedings

DismissedSupreme Court of New South Wales·05 Apr 2024

Supreme Court Rejects Plaintiff’s Attempt to Seek Judicial Review

DismissedCourt of Appeal (NSW)·04 Apr 2024

NSW Court of Appeal dismisses appeal over Motor Accident Injuries Act decision

AllowedNSW Civil and Administrative Tribunal (Occupational Division)·09 Feb 2024

Successful Medical Practitioner Registration Cancellation Entitles Costs

DismissedNSW Civil and Administrative Tribunal (Administrative and Equal Opportunity Division)·15 Jan 2024

Tribunal Affirms Land Tax Assessment Decision

The NSW Civil and Administrative Tribunal affirmed the Chief Commissioner's decision to assess land tax on a property. The applicant claimed an exemption from land tax but failed to provide sufficient evidence to support their claim.

DismissedSupreme Court of New South Wales·21 Dec 2023

Parole revocation upheld in judicial review - NSW Supreme Court

DismissedNSW Civil and Administrative Tribunal (Administrative and Equal Opportunity Division)·21 Dec 2023

Application for Administrative Review Dismissed Due to Lack of Standing

The NSW Civil and Administrative Tribunal dismissed an application for administrative review because the applicant did not meet the standing requirements and lacked jurisdiction.

DismissedNSW Civil and Administrative Tribunal (Administrative and Equal Opportunity Division)·18 Dec 2023

Tribunal Affirms Suspension of Assessor’s Accreditation

AllowedSupreme Court of New South Wales·14 Dec 2023

Supreme Court Quashes Appeal Panel Decision in Workers Compensation Case

In this case, the Supreme Court overturned an a person's decision regarding a worker's compensation claim. The court determined that the panel made significant errors in assessing the worker's injuries and did not provide sufficient reasoning for their decision.

DismissedFederal Court of Australia·01 Dec 2023

Federal Court Dismisses Appeal on Validity of Review Officer’s Decision

A person appealed to the Federal Court about decisions affecting their JobSeeker payments. The court ruled that the original decision by an a person a person officer was valid and upheld it based on specific legal provisions. This means the claimant's appeal was dismissed.

DismissedFederal Court of Australia·23 Nov 2023

Federal Court Denies Leave to Appeal on Immigration Matter

The claimant, seeking to appeal an earlier decision denying their protection visa application, had their request for leave to appeal dismissed by the Federal Court. The court found no sufficient reason to overturn the initial ruling.

DismissedFederal Court of Australia·16 Nov 2023

Federal Court Dismisses Appeal Due to Non-Appearance

The claimant's application for leave to appeal was dismissed by Justice Cheeseman because they did not attend the court hearing and failed to provide reasons for their absence, despite multiple communications from the court and legal representatives. The case highlights the importance of adhering to procedural requirements in appeals.

DismissedNSW Civil and Administrative Tribunal (Consumer and Commercial Division)·08 Nov 2023

Respondent's Set Aside Application Dismissed by NSW Civil and Administrative Tribunal

The NSW Civil and Administrative Tribunal dismissed the respondent's application to set aside a previous order, citing procedural failures and inadequate presentation of the case.

DismissedFederal Court of Australia·03 Nov 2023

Federal Court Dismisses Repatriation Application

Allowed in PartNSW Civil and Administrative Tribunal (Administrative and Equal Opportunity Division)·24 Oct 2023

Shoalhaven City Council Found Partially Liable for Racial Discrimination

The NSW Civil and Administrative Tribunal found that Shoalhaven City Council partially discriminated against a claimant on the basis of race and subjected the claimant to victimisation. The decision was based on the Anti-Discrimination Act, 1977 (NSW).

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