Constitutional Reform

Explain and evaluate both the limits placed on Commonwealth power under the Constitution and the extension of that power through international law and elements of the Constitution. In the year 2001, The Australian nation will celebrate the reaching of a significant milestone – one hundred years of government under our present constitution. As the anniversary approaches, it is important for all Australians to reflect on the present arrangements, and consider whether the limits placed on the Commonwealth …

…the Federal Government to be in control of areas that are important on a global level. An example of this is the Government’s need to be able to easily conform to environmental treaties such as Kyoto (CO2 reduction) agreement. The Federal Government must also recognise that the state Governments are better equipped to deal with local issues because they are able to focus on areas that are important to local social and economic needs.