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Announcement
On Tuesday, 1 December 2026 there will be two ceremonial sittings of the High Court of Australia in Canberra.
Latest News
Update on Introduction of MFA for DLS
Update on the introduction of MFA for the DLS, including date and methods.
Introduction of Multi Factor Authentication for the Digital Lodgment System
The High Court of Australia will introduce multi‑factor authentication (MFA) for access to the Digital Lodgment System (DLS) Portal.
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Justices
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There have been 13 Chief Justices and 42 Justices since the Court was established in 1903, including the current members of the Court. Three members of the Court – Sir Isaac Isaacs, Sir Ninian Stephen and Sir William Deane – resigned from the Court to become Governor-General.
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Visiting the High Court
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The High Court building is one the most significant buildings in Canberra, attracting a large number of visitors. It is situated within the Parliamentary Zone on Parkes Place Parkes, on the shores of Lake Burley Griffin. It is located between the National Science and Technology Centre (Questacon) and the National Gallery of Australia.
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The High Court of Australia is the symbolic focus of justice in Australia and has been the setting for memorable landmark legal cases.
The High Court of Australia is included in the National and Commonwealth Heritage Lists for its outstanding heritage value to the nation and for its significant architecture design.
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