The role of the High Court in interpreting the Constitution
{"Image DocumentName": "The role of the High Court in interpreting the Constitution", "Image ImageDescription": "The High Court cannot change the working of the Constitution but it can change the way in which the words are interpreted. The interpretation adds meaning to the Constitution and can change the division of law-making powers between the state and Commonwealth Parliaments. The role of the High Court is; Act as a guardian to the Constitution- Ensuring the Constitution remains relevant to the Australian People. The High Court interprets the words and gives meaning to them. Keeps the Constitution up to date- The needs for the High Court to interpret words within the Constitution arises from changes that occur in society, such as changes in attitude, changes in technology and community standards. Checks and Balances- Individuals and groups can bring a matter to the high court if they want to challenge a new law on whether it is constitutional. This is very expensive. Read CROOME V. Tasmania (1997) HCA 5 pg 115.", "Image XResolution": "37", "Image YResolution": "37", "Image ResolutionUnit": "Pixels/Centimeter", "Image Software": "SlidePlayer", "Image YCbCrPositioning": "Centered"}