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Law Report

ABC Australia
Australia
Sexual Harassment
Victoria
High Court Of Australia
Donald Trump
Artificial Intelligence
Nuisance Law
Non-Disclosure Agreements
Mental Health
Federal Court Of Australia
Openai
Criminal Justice System
Northern Territory Justice System
Julian Assange
Family Law
Domestic Violence
Surveillance Cameras
International Court Of Justice
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Women In Law

From courtroom dramas to miscarriages of justice, to how the law affects you — and so much more. The Law Report is your accessible guide to the big legal stories unfolding in Australia and across the world.

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Latest Episodes

A High Court decision raises important questions about access to healthcare for prisoners after it ruled that a Queensland woman serving a 10-year sentence is entitled to have her eggs frozen.

Queensland Corrective Services had unsuccessfully argued... more

What impact does 'fake news' have on public discourse, democracy and the justice system? And how can governments and journalists meet the challenge?

A former judge, a journalist turned researcher and a political strategist shine a light on democracy... more

When OpenAI agents gained unauthorised access to the Medicare data portal, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said he was extremely concerned about the privacy breach.

But are there any legal consequences? Could OpenAI be prosecuted for the hack? Coul... more

Concerns over privacy breaches linked to smart glasses are seeing authorities around Australia move to restrict where they can be used.

Western Australia has announced a complete ban in public schools, which takes effect next month.

Local councils ... more

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Sarah Fulton
Principal lawyer with the Queensland Human Rights Commission
Queensland Human Rights Commission
Episode: High Court says Qld prisoner can have eggs frozen
Joseph Friedman
Founder and publisher of About Time, a newspaper covering issues affecting detainees
About Time
Episode: High Court says Qld prisoner can have eggs frozen
Lex Lazry
Former Supreme Court of Victoria judge and co-host of Law, the Podcast
Supreme Court of Victoria
Episode: Democracy in the misinformation age
Andrea Carson
Professor of Political Communication, journalist and Director of the Centre for Advancing Journalism
University of Melbourne
Episode: Democracy in the misinformation age
Alex Fine
Research and intelligence principal at political consultancy and polling group Redbridge
Redbridge
Episode: Democracy in the misinformation age
Rob Nicholls
Dr Rob Nicholls from the Centre for AI, Trust and Governance at the University of Sydney
University of Sydney
Episode: Rogue OpenAI agents hacked into Medicare — is it a crime?
Jeannie Patterson
Professor Jeannie Patterson from the Centre for AI and Digital Ethics at the University of Melbourne
University of Melbourne
Episode: Rogue OpenAI agents hacked into Medicare — is it a crime?
Milica Stilinovic
Postdoctoral research associate focusing on digital harms and governance of immersive technologies
University of Sydney
Episode: Should smart glasses be banned in public places?
Tony Toke
Sydney lawyer
Magna Carta Lawyers
Episode: Should smart glasses be banned in public places?

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Damien Carrick
Host of The Law Report

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4.8 out of 5 stars from 830 ratings
  • There goes the neighbourhood?

    Annoying Host Catchphrase: “I think … “

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    •EPISODE: Vaccine injury compensation scheme, in which a guest describes New Zealand as Australia’s nearest neighbour. Australia’s nearest neighbour is Papua New Guinea. 🇵🇬

    •EPISODE: High Court rejects challenge to India travel ban, in which the host falsely accuses Jarryd Hayne of being a rugby player, and the podcast description writer refers to the wrong sport. It’s a Melbourne thing.

    •EPISODE: 4.7.23 in which the jury researcher/novelist mi... more

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    Australia4 months ago
  • Witnesses should run & hide

    Murderer on the loose with access to guns and trigger happy mates

    Apple Podcasts
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    Maxtopia
    Australia6 months ago
  • Cult change

    Thank you to Professor David Heilpern for their insight to these cults/groups. We could definitely use a change of how to engage with these ‘freeman’ and not keep placing people in all authority levels in harms way.

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    Amoloch007
    Australiaa year ago
  • Verdict episode

    Usually high standard podcast but the recent Mushroom Trial verdict episode was embarrassingly bad

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    Maxtopia
    Australiaa year ago
  • There goes the neighbourhood?

    •EPISODE: Vaccine injury compensation scheme, in which a guest describes New Zealand as Australia’s nearest neighbour. Australia’s nearest neighbour in Papua New Guinea. 🇵🇬

    •EPISODE: High Court rejects challenge to India travel ban, in which the host falsely accuses Jarryd Hayne of being a rugby player, and the podcast description writer refers to the wrong sport. It’s a Melbourne thing.

    •EPISODE: 4.7.23 in which the jury researcher/novelist misuses the word “fulsome”.

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    •EPISODE “Tru... more

    Apple Podcasts
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    (Gibberer)
    Australiaa year ago

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Guests and topics are seen as timely and relevant to Australian law and governance.
Some episodes are criticized for pacing or host delivery in certain segments.
Listeners praise thorough, accessible legal analysis that translates complex issues for non-experts.
High-quality, well-researched journalism with a strong emphasis on practical implications.

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High Court says Qld prisoner can have eggs frozen
Q: What are the wider health care issues faced by prisoners here in Australia?
Access varies by jurisdiction and can involve delayed medical appointments and prescriptions, limited dental and mental health services, and practical barriers caused by approvals, transfers, and lockdowns.
High Court says Qld prisoner can have eggs frozen
Q: What did she want from the court?
Rachel Smith sought permission to freeze her eggs so she could preserve her ability to have children after release from prison.
Democracy in the misinformation age
Q: How can governments respond to these challenges? And presumably, they're the only player with the heft to make big changes. But do we want governments telling us what is and what isn't misinformation and disinformation?
Carson outlines voluntary platform codes, mandatory regulation, anti-fake-news laws and government-backed initiatives. She favors stronger platform accountability while warning that laws giving governments power to decide what is false can be used against dissidents and media.
Democracy in the misinformation age
Q: Andrea, what is the difference between misinformation on the one hand and disinformation?
Misinformation is falsehood; disinformation is falsehood spread with intent. A deliberately seeded claim can become misinformation when someone shares it without realizing its origin or purpose.
Rogue OpenAI agents hacked into Medicare — is it a crime?
Q: Is there a path for civil action against OpenAI or similar entities?
They discuss potential negligence or civil tort theories, but emphasize jurisdictional hurdles and the difficulty of proving duty of care and damages given the overseas nature of the company; enforcement would be tough.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Law Report

What is Law Report about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Law-focused current-events program featuring in-depth analysis of legal cases, policy developments, and the rule of law across Australia and beyond. Episodes commonly explore Wills and estate disputes, criminal justice, civil liberties, and regulatory matters, often with expert guests and practitioners who provide practical context for professionals and informed listeners. Notable strengths include rigorous, accessible legal explanation, international comparisons, and survivor-centered or policy-relevant perspectives. Potential listeners can expect thoughtful, evidence-based discussion that translates complex legal issues into clear takeaways for journalists, lawyers, policymakers, and business professionals navigating regulatory environmen... more

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2. Joseph Friedman
3. Lex Lazry
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