Indigenous Law (Australia)

Chapter 5 Aboriginals and Torres Strait Islanders states the law concerning the interests of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples in land and items of their cultural heritage and the law as it has been adopted or applied to take into account particular cultural matters. This statement includes legal definitions of ‘Aboriginal’ and ‘Torres Strait Islander’ and addresses legislative powers with respect to Aboriginals and Torres Strait Islanders, criminal law and procedure (such as evidentiary and sentencing matters), tribal secrets, family law (such as recognition of traditional marriages), hunting and fishing rights, succession, damages, anti-discrimination laws and the management of Aboriginal affairs. It also addresses the nature and incidents of native title, including matters of jurisdiction and procedure relating to native title claims.

Chapter 1 Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders.

Includes:
• The annotated Native Title Act (Cth) plus rules and regulations
• State and territory legislation
• Chapters of general commentary on native title law and practice
• Casenotes from Australian and foreign jurisdictions