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SALRI in 2022: The year in review
2022 has proved yet another busy and productive year for the South Australian Law Reform Institute (SALRI). SALRI is an independent non-partisan law reform body based at the University of Adelaide Law School. The Law Reform elective is linked to SALRI. The work undertaken in the Law Reform class plays a valuable role to inform and support SALRI’s work.
2021: Another Busy Year for SALRI and Law Reform in South Australia
It has been another busy and productive year, despite the ongoing COVID-19 situation, for the South Australian Law Reform Institute (SALRI). SALRI is an independent law reform body based at the Adelaide University Law School which was established in December 2010 under an agreement between the University of Adelaide, the Attorney-General and the Law Society of South Australia. SALRI’s output and impact in 2021 has remained significant.
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Vulnerable people to have better access to justice
Vulnerable people who have difficulty communicating should have better assistance when accessing the justice system, according to a new report.
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SALRI celebrates 10 years of law reform
The work of the independent South Australian Law Reform Institute (SALRI) has led to landmark changes to many of the state’s laws since it was conceived in December 2010. On Tuesday 26 October 2021, SALRI’s work, which has benefited many sectors of the community, was celebrated at a reception at Government House, hosted by Her Excellency the Honourable Frances Adamson AC, Governor of South Australia. Read the full article here.
Webinar: The risks and regulation of work experience for tertiary students in Australia
Do you want to know more about the risks and regulation of work experience for tertiary students in Australia? Join us on November 16 for a webinar.
SALRI visits Port Pirie and Port Augusta
On 15-16 July 2021, Dr David Plater, Dr Mark ‘Matt’ Giancaspro, Nadia Hess, Brooke Washusen, Holly Nicholls and Anita Brunacci took part in a law student engagement and SALRI trip to Port Pirie and Port Augusta.
Research Opportunity: Disibility Discrimination
Peta Spyrou is a PhD candidate conducting research on disibility discrimination laws at the Adelaide Law School.
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Social Media, Free Speech and Religious Freedom
Dr Colette Langos and Professor Paul Babie have teamed up to publish their latest Research Paper on Social Media, Free Speech and religious freedom.
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Providing a Voice for the Vulnerable? Communication Assistance for Vulnerable Parties in the South Australian Justice System
The South Australian Law Reform Institute (SALRI) will be visiting Port Pirie and Port Augusta on 24-26 March 2021 to consult with the community on its current project which is examining the role and use of communication partners (also called intermediaries) in the South Australian legal system.
‘A Historic Day for Women': Passage of the Termination of Pregnancy Act 2021
The Termination of Pregnancy Act 2021 recently passed the South Australian Parliament.
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