NSW Civil and Administrative Tribunal (Administrative and Equal Opportunity Division) case law
Judgments from the NSW Civil and Administrative Tribunal (Administrative and Equal Opportunity Division) with a plain-English summary, the legal holding and frequently asked questions. The original content is public and official; the summaries and analysis are produced by VadeLab's technology.
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.
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.
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.
Tribunal Affirms Suspension of Assessor’s Accreditation
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).
Confidentiality Order in Administrative Review Case
In this case, the Tribunal ordered parts of the hearing to be conducted in the absence of the Respondent and dismissed the remainder of the Applicant's interlocutory application. The decision was based on the confidential nature of the evidence and the relevant legislation.
NSW Tribunal Upholds Refusal of Firearms Licence Due to Public Interest Concerns
NSW Tribunal Rules Breach of IPP 11 in Personal Information Disclosure Case
Commissioner's firearms licence refusal overturned
Tribunal Upholds Refusal to Disclose Information Under Government Information Act
Restitution Order Upheld Despite Financial Hardship Claims
The NSW Civil and Administrative Tribunal upheld a restitution order requiring a convicted offender to repay victims support payments. The claimant argued that he had completed rehabilitation programs and faced financial hardship, but these arguments were rejected.
NSW Tribunal Affirms Revocation of Firearms Licence Due to Mental Health Concerns
Tribunal upholds refusal to disclose personal information under GIPA Act
The NSW Civil and Administrative Tribunal upheld the Department of Education's decision to deny access to certain personal information under the GIPA Act, citing privacy concerns and the best interests of children.
Tribunal Affirms Decision to Deny Firearms Licence for Public Safety Reasons
Financial Support and Recognition Payment Granted Despite Reduction
The NSW Civil and Administrative Tribunal granted the claimant's application for financial support and recognition payment under the [NAME] Act 2013 (NSW), despite a 20% reduction due to the claimant's own conduct.
Claimant's Firearms Licence Revoked Due to Mental Health Concerns
NSW Tribunal Rejects Disability Discrimination Claim Against an Online Retailer
NSW Tribunal Upholds Refusal of Firearms Licence Over Public Safety Concerns
The NSW Civil and Administrative Tribunal upheld the refusal of a man's firearms licence application. Although the man was found not guilty of violent and intimidating behaviour in a previous court case, the Tribunal decided that issuing a licence would be contrary to the public interest due to concerns over public safety.