The High Court dismisses a bid by Russia to prevent the Commonwealth from taking control of a site it leased for a new embassy.
The High Court has dismissed a bid by Russia to prevent the Commonwealth from taking control of a site it leased for a new embassy.
The Albanese government last week rushed through legislation terminating Moscow's tenancy on land adjacent to Parliament House, citing a possible national security risk. This morning, High Court Justice Jayne Jagot threw out Russia's bid for an injunction, which would prevent the Commonwealth from entering the disputed land while any court action was underway.
Justice Jagot told the court the law of the parliament had to take precedence while it remains in place. But the prospect of a future challenge to the validity of the law itself is unknown because events in Russia over the weekend meant lawyers in the case were unable to get instructions.
Malaysia Latest News, Malaysia Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
Russia fails in High Court embassy bidRussia has failed in a High Court bid to prevent Commonwealth officials from taking control of a disputed piece of land next to Parliament House.
Read more »
Warnings for two dams at high risk of failure, as severe weather continues across South AustraliaSevere weather continues in South Australia today, with the State Emergency Service issuing watch and act messages for two dams at high risk of failure at Basket Range and Hope Forest.
Read more »
Supply strain: How high school teacher numbers will not add upPressure on Victoria’s public high schools is expected to increase in the next four years, with forecast student growth tipped to outpace the projected supply of teachers.
Read more »
Russia tightens security after accusing Wagner chief of mounting coup against PutinThe chief of the mercenary group says his fighters have crossed the border into Russia from Ukraine and were prepared to go “all the way” against Moscow’s military.
Read more »
Russia tightens security after accusing Wagner chief of mounting coup against PutinThe chief of the mercenary group says his fighters have crossed the border into Russia from Ukraine and were prepared to go “all the way” against Moscow’s military
Read more »