Law Reform Institute

Monday, October 26

Weatherill's "premature" apology to LGBTIQ community

Premier Jay Weatherill will offer an historic apology to the state’s LGBTIQ community on Thursday, despite the fact that South Australia is set to be the only state in Australia where the so-called “gay panic” defence remains an option in the courts.

Push for register of same-sex couples in SA

Same-sex couples living in and visiting South Australia should have their relationships recognised under law, the state’s Law Reform Institute says.

Reality TV star Kim Kardashian is greeted by fans with mobile phones, during a promotional event in Melbourne. Photo: AAP/Joe Castro

How do we protect privacy in a scandal-loving digital age?

Attempts to introduce a civil law for privacy failed in the ’70s and again in the ’90s, so why is South Australia once again being asked to consider it? The answer, writes John Williams, lies in the power of technology.

Making SA a leader in equality again

South Australia is no longer a leader in protecting the community against discrimination, particularly in the area of gender diversity. However, writes Sarah Moulds, detailed work by the Law Reform Institute could help us regain that mantle.