Media Coverage
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2SER: Young People in Solitary Confinement
Our case in the NSW Supreme Court is challenging the use of solitary on young people, as solicitor Petra Franks explained.
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SwitchedOn podcast: Are households becoming shock absorbers for the energy transition?
Australia could be leaning too heavily on households to improve demand flexibility, says Craig Memery.
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2SER: Calling for a ‘Whole of Person’ approach to NDIS funding
Senior Solicitor Sheetal Balakrishnan explained how a whole of person approach from the NDIS would mean more people get the support they need.
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NIT: PM urged to intervene as states push laws increasing child incarceration
We supported calls from NATSILS for the Commonwealth Government take action on state and territory laws driving child imprisonment.
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ABC: Australia’s race to rewire the country amid a global transmission boom is not unique
Senior Advisor Craig Memery said way transmission costs are being paid risks the social licence for the transition.
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The Energy: Push for consumer duty as energy market grows more complex
Energy and Water Program Director Douglas McCloskey stressed the importance of getting new protections right.
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NIT: Advocates warn more children will be ‘churned through the system’ after NSW law changes
CEO Jonathon Hunyor said the NSW Government should focus on real solutions, including raising the age of criminal responsibility.
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SMH: When is a child responsible for a crime? Not everyone likes the answer
We argued that changes to doli incapax will mean more children receive prison sentences.
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2SER: Treaty in Vic… and what it could mean for NSW
Treaty in Victoria shows a pathway for NSW and the Federal Government, as Solicitor Emma Bastable outlined.
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3CR: Racial Discrimination Challenge Against Bail Checks
The case raises serious concerns about the over-policing of Aboriginal people both in NSW and around Australia.
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Yahoo News (AAP): ‘Disruptive’ bail checks left brothers scared of police
Our clients’ mother, Megan*, explained the impact of invasive police checks on her family.
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NIT: After 150 visits in 20 months, Aboriginal brothers bring racial discrimination case against NSW Police
Senior Solicitor Grace Gooley explained why we believe the boys were targeted because they are Aboriginal.
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Guardian: 150 police visits in 20 months: Indigenous mother takes action after her boys subjected to ‘relentless’ checks
We’re representing two Aboriginal brothers in a Racial Discrimination case against NSW Police.
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Guardian: Change to firearm prohibition orders in NSW a ‘sensible reform’, justice advocate says
Solicitor Lucy Kelley explained the importance of changes to Firearm Prohibition Orders that will allow children to challenge these orders in NCAT.
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Renew Economy: Customers should pay to quit gas, says rule maker, but with strict rules around “actual costs” of disconnection
We argued for a national framework around gas disconnection to prevent uncertainty for people getting off gas.
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2SER: New domestic violence rental reforms need to be backed by action
The new reforms are welcome, but need Government support to be truly effective.
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City Hub: New Rental Protections Hope To Empower Victim-Survivors Of Domestic Violence
New laws could help protect victim survivors of domestic violence, if they are backed by action.
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2SER: Why changes to freedom of information law could harm transparency
Australia’s freedom of information system is broken, but the Australian Government’s proposed changes would make it even worse.
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Yahoo News (AAP): Trans jail ban sparks outrage amid inmate safety debate
We spoke up to counter transphobic comments and policies by state and territory governments.
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ABC News: Woman with disability twice denied permission to fly with assistance dog by Air New Zealand
We assisted Lisa Robinson in a complaint against Air New Zealand. In a win for passengers with assistance animals, the airline has changed its policy.
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2SER: New expert legal advice to protect children
Lawyer Lucy Kelley explained why the Commonwealth Government has a responsibility to protect children from harmful laws.
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Channel 10 News: Disability Advocates Speak Out After Virgin Australia Airport Ordeals
Senior Solicitor Erin Turner Manners spoke about the systemic barriers that prevent equal access to air travel for people with disability.
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The Guardian: Calls for change after Qantas refuses to fly British woman with mobility scooter due to its battery
People who use mobility aids often face unfair barriers when flying. Senior Solicitor Erin Turner Manners said airlines need to do better.
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The Australian: Solar users told to get smart with excess power
Senior Energy Advisor Craig Memery highlighted transparency issues with the export costs of household solar but said focus should be on the bigger issues.
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NIT: Experts: Albanese has power — and duty — to lift age of criminal responsibility
Legal advice from Senior Counsel makes it clear the Commonwealth can act to protect children from harmful laws.
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ABC the World Today: Calls for federal intervention on youth justice
CEO Jonathon Hunyor and NATSILS CEO Karly Warner explained why the Commonwealth Government can and should take action to protect children.
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ABC News: Use constitutional power to raise age of criminal responsibility nationwide, lawyers tell PM
Expert legal advice commissioned by the JEC clearly shows the Commonwealth can and should act to protect kids from harmful state laws.
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City Hub: When The Safety Net Snaps: How NSW’s Social Housing Is Failing People Who Need A Safe Home
This opinion piece from Policy Officer Alannah Daley explains why the NSW Government needs to support people in social housing better.
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The Energy: Ease of switching up for debate
We highlighted the difficulty of switching energy providers for even the most informed consumers.
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ABC News: Consumers decry cap that lets spot Australian power prices rise to highest in world
We joined other energy justice and civil society organisations in calling for fairer power price caps.