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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.
Full video recording of Better Information Workshop: Sharing your research findings effectively
A guide to the principles of plain language that contains practical, step-by-step publishing advice.
Learn about a case study of a successful peer to peer education project that was recently completed in Hume LGA, addressing the issue of family violence in the area.
In this webinar recording, we provided tips and tools for delivering a successful webinar – and avoiding common pitfalls.
Full video recording of Better Information Workshop: Getting the right people to your CLE activity.
Full video recording of Better Information Workshop: Using case studies effectively.
These case studies are the most recent and applicable cases from 2021 and 2022.These case summaries are from real proceedings, however the names and other details of the parties may have been changed or redacted to protect their identity.
As part of Victorian Law Week 2023, RMIT's Centre for Innovative Justice facilitated a panel discussion.
Free Legal Help card for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples in Victoria outlines a range of common legal problems we may be able to help with
Booklet is for young people who want to know about how the law in Victoria affects them.
Free education kit about common legal problems that people newly arrived in Australia may encounter.
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.
This is a link to the VLRC podcast "Old Law, New Law" which includes discussion of current and recent law reform inquiries.
Victoria’s law reform process involves expert bodies and community input to review and recommend changes that keep laws fair, effective, and up to date. It’s a collaborative effort to make sure the legal system reflects current values and addresses emerging issues.
This link takes you to the VLRC's page on implementation. This page has all VLRC's inquires and provides information as to whether they have been implemented in law by Parlaiment.
Here is a link to the VLRC's teacher and students resource page.
This is a fact sheet created by Victoria Legal Aid. Some young people of Māori or Pacific Islander background do not know if they are Australian citizens. Being a citizen gives you more rights. This new fact sheet can help you:
On Thursday 3 March the Parliament of Victoria welcomed Judge Elizabeth Brimer from the County Court, Deputy Speaker of the Legislative Assembly Matt Fregon, and Clerk of the Legislative Council Robert McDonald to discuss the separation of powers, how the accountability measures work. This resource are snippets of some of the resources Parliament are producing from this Panel.
The Australian Electoral commission has created a fantastic fact sheet with information about the requirement of a double majority for a referendum.
This downloadable and printable poster is from the 'Rule of Law, Education Centre' explains the role of the individual in voting and how voting works. It is a great starter resource for young people to assist in their understanding of being an active citizen
This report provides a neat summary of the object of the Drug Court and describes the necessary steps in order for the Drug Court to be used. Additionally, this resource provides a summary of the Koori Court and the processes it utilises.
The LIV MCV Hub is a one-stop resource for lawyers appearing in the Magistrates’ Court of Victoria. It offers practical tools, checklists, court updates, and guidance to support legal practitioners with everyday court matters, including criminal, civil, and intervention order proceedings.
In this specially designed Headstart talk, Nick Gadd from the Victorian Law Reform Commission introduces the VLRC and discusses its impact and role.
Guides, videos, fact sheets, links and case studies to enhance your understanding of law and civic engagement.