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14 December 2012Book page
Native Title Report 2007: Appendix 1
back to contents Appendix 1 Implementation of the claims resolution review Claims resolution review recommendations Government response Legislative amendment Short summary of change implemented Options for institutional reform 1. Provide the National Native Title Tribunal (the tribunal) with an exclusive mediation jurisdiction for a period of three years. 2. Tribunal exclusive mediation power… -
Legal
14 December 2012WebpageTemporary Exemption: Free to air television captioning (no.3)
By this instrument, the Human Rights and Equal Opportunity Commission (‘the Commission') grants a temporary exemption to ABC TV; SBS Television; Network Ten; Channel Nine; and the Seven Network pursuant to section 55(1) of the Disability Discrimination Act 1992 (Cth) in relation to captioning of television programs. -
14 December 2012Book page
NATIONAL EMPLOYMENT INITIATIVES FOR PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES
The discussion paper was commissioned by my predecessor, Dr Blewett, as part of the Federal Government's disability reform agenda. Prepared by Ms Chris Ronalds, with assistance from the Labour Research Centre, the paper addresses the following issues: -
14 December 2012Book page
Chapter 8: Guidelines for small business - Effectively preventing and responding to sexual harassment: A Code of Practice for Employers (2008)
A significant number of sexual harassment complaints received by the Commission involve small businesses. Employers should be aware of the potential for sexual harassment to occur in the context of close working relationships where staff are on familiar terms with one another and should take appropriate precautions to avoid this risk. -
14 December 2012Book page
Questions and answers on the UN Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (2009)
On Friday 3 April 2009, the Australian Government will make a statement in support of the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples. This will reverse Australia’s previous opposition to the Declaration. Under the Coalition Government, Australia was one of four countries that voted against the Declaration when it was adopted by the United Nations General Assembly in… -
Disability Rights
14 December 2012SpeechNational Local Roads and Transport Congress
Read a speech that highlights the importance of transport that is inclusive of people with disabilities so they can participate in all aspects of life. -
Sex Discrimination
15 July 2015WebpageWorking Parents: A quick guide to your rights
Discover your rights as a working parent in Australia with this concise guide, covering anti-discrimination laws and fair work standards. -
Legal
14 December 2012Webpage
Commission submission - NAAV
1. The key concept underlying the Commission's submissions is the proposition that the Australian legal system recognises, in various ways, an obligation to provide an effective remedy to persons present in this country whose interests have been adversely affected by a decision of an officer of the Commonwealth, where the decision is otherwise than in accordance with law. In this case, the need… -
Disability Rights
14 December 2012Speech
The Disability Discrimination Act Seven Years On
I wrote the title for this presentation almost a year ago when I was first asked to give it. I came back to it two weeks ago to write the actual paper and thought "what does this mean?" -
Legal
14 December 2012Webpage
Inquiry into the Criminal Cases Review Commission Bill 2010
The Australian Human Rights Commission (the Commission) welcomes the opportunity to make a submission to the Legislative Review Committee of South Australia in its Inquiry into the Criminal Cases Review Commission Bill 2010. -
Legal
14 December 2012Webpage
Submission: Covert Search Warrants (2009)
The Hon John Hatzistergos MP Attorney-General Parliament House, Macquarie Street, Sydney NSW 2000 And by email: office@hatzistergos.minister.nsw.gov.au -
Disability Rights
14 December 2012Speech
World Mental Health Day Address
Thank you for the opportunity to speak here today, World Mental Health Day. I am very pleased that World Mental Health Day this year is dedicated to the theme Human Rights and Mental Health. This theme recognises that mental health issues are human rights issues - a view argued strongly and consistently by our Human Rights Commission for many years. -
Employers18 February 2015Quick Guide
Laws
The following federal anti-discrimination laws protect people from discrimination and harassment: Australian Human Rights Commission Act 1986 (Cth) Age Discrimination Act 2004 (Cth) Disability Discrimination Act 1992 (Cth) Racial Discrimination Act 1975 (Cth) Sex Discrimination Act 1984 (Cth) Fair Work Act 2009 (Cth) Federal discrimination laws prohibit discrimination in different areas of… -
Rights and Freedoms
12 October 2021Webpage
COVID-19 vaccinations and federal discrimination law
This page provides general information on COVID–19 vaccinations and federal discrimination law and is intended as a guide only. It gives guidance on the most frequently asked questions we receive on this subject. -
Rights and Freedoms
14 December 2012Speech
Waverley Council's Refugee Week: Dr Sev Ozdowski (2002)
It is my pleasure to acknowledge the presence of Cr Paul Pearce, Mayor of Waverley, Councillors and staff of the Waverley Council, Mr Howard Glenn, National Director of Australians for Just Refugee Programs, our excellent performers and last but not least volunteers who have made tonight's celebrations possible. Ladies and Gentleman, all. -
14 December 2012Book page
Human Rights: On the record: Chapter 4
Under the AHRC Act, an employer can make a distinction against someone with a criminal record if the person’s particular criminal record means that they are unable to fulfil the inherent requirements of the job. Another way of putting this is that an employer can make a distinction against someone if the criminal record is relevant to the job. This conduct does not constitute discrimination… -
14 December 2012Book page
Bringing them Home - Appendix 2
neglected child - a child found begging, wandering about or frequenting any thoroughfare or tavern, sleeping in the open air and who has no settled place of abode or means of subsistence; residing in any brothel or associating or dwelling with any person, known or reputed to be a thief, prostitute or drunkard or a person convicted of vagrancy; a child having committed an offence and who, in the… -
Legal
14 December 2012Webpage
SUBMISSION to the Parliamentary Joint Committee
1. The Human Rights and Equal Opportunity Commission ("HREOC") is established by the Human Rights and Equal Opportunity Commission Act 1986. It is Australia's pre-eminent body for the protection of human rights. -
Employers18 February 2015Quick Guide
Direct Discrimination
Understanding Direct Discrimination. Learn about unlawful treatment based on protected characteristics. -
Legal
14 December 2012Webpage
Prescribed Bodies Corporate Submission, January 2006
The Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Social Justice Commissioner under section 209 of the Native Title Act 1993 (NTA), is required to report annually to the Commonwealth Attorney-General on the operation of the NTA and its effect on the human rights of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. As part of this role, the Commissioner also provides submissions to government reviews and…