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Guides, videos, factsheets, links and other material to learn about the law.
Guides, videos, factsheets, links and other material to learn about the law.
Animated video provides an introduction to some of the key features of Australian democracy
This explores how our work upholds the key principles of fairness, equality and access to justice. It investigates them in the context of hearing a criminal plea and sentence.
Information about some common disputes, including: fences and trees, noise, pets, injuries on your property. There is also information about what you can do if a dispute with your neighbour makes you fear for your safety. Updated in February 2025.
By watching this resource, we aim for students to possess understanding Unit 1, AOS 1, Outcome 1 of the Legal Studies, study design (2024-2028)
This is aimed at years 11 and 12 students, which presents students with a dangerous driving causing death scenario to teach students how to apply sentencing laws and the various considerations a court must consider in sentencing.
What are fair trial and fair hearing rights? The Attorney General produced this website to answer your questions.
This video details what to expect from jury service, what is required of jurors, and the restrictions which apply when attending for jury service.
Legal Briefs, hosted by Lizzie O’Shea, is a minute long video, series featuring Australia’s top legal minds exploring foundational topics—from what law is to how contracts or free speech work in practice. Though produced around three years ago, each episode still offers timeless insights into our legal system’s workings and its real-world impact.
You’ve just turned 18. You’ve finished school, maybe got your driver licence, are now allowed to have a drink or two (although not while driving on your L or P plates!), and can even get married, if you want! Becoming an adult comes with a lot of exciting freedoms and responsibilities. Voting falls into both categories and, just like everything else about becoming an adult, voting can feel overwhelming. This page will help you feel more at ease and informed as you prepare to cast your first ballot paper.
In our first pre-recorded Online Law Talk for VCE Legal Studies students we speak with Nick Gadd, Communications Manager at the Victorian Law Reform Commission
Goes into detail regarding the legislative powers of Parliament, in particular outlining its executive, concurrent, and residual powers.
Understand which laws apply in Victoria and who’s who in the legal sector.