Supreme Court of Tasmania
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The Supreme Court of Tasmania, the oldest court in the Australia, celebrates it’s bicentenary on May 10, 2024. It was one of the first institutions established in the then penal
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The Supreme Court of Tasmania, the oldest court in the Australia, celebrates it’s bicentenary on May 10, 2024. It was one of the first institutions established in the then penal colony of Van Dieman’s Land and officially opened for business in 1824 then known as the Supreme Court of Van Diemen’s Land.
The Court was originally located on the corner of Murray and Macquarie Streets in Hobart, where the Treasury Buildings now stand. In the 1970s the idea was formed to move the Court to its current site on Salamanca Place. The man chosen to design the new building’s was Peter Partridge who joins host and former Court Registrar Jim Connolly in this episode. Chief Justice Alan Blow is also features in this episode with his expert analysis of the importance of the court and it’s historic buildings.
Listen to Part One here: Part One
Listen to Part 2 here: Part Two
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wo hundred years ago, on 19 July 1823, the British Parliament passed Imperial Act 4 Geo IV, c.96, titled Administration of Justice in New South Wales and Van Diemen’s Land but
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wo hundred years ago, on 19 July 1823, the British Parliament passed Imperial Act 4 Geo IV, c.96, titled Administration of Justice in New South Wales and Van Diemen’s Land but generally referred to by its short title New South Wales Act 1823.
While the Act provided for the eventual administrative separation of the settlements in Van Diemen’s Land from New South Wales, the immediate focus was on setting up a permanent Supreme Court in Van in Diemen’s Land as recommended in the Second Report of Royal Commissioner, John Thomas Bigge, titled The Judicial Establishments of NSW and Van Diemen’s Land.
What is the significance of 10 May 1824?
The Supreme Court of Van Diemen’s Land (now Tasmania) first opened its doors on this date, making it the oldest Supreme Court in Australia, predating the proclamation of the Third Charter of Justice in New South Wales, which occurred on the 17th May 1824.
On 10 May 2024 the Court will celebrate its 200th anniversary in providing an independent judicial system for the Island State. Open up the pages within this exhibition to view some of the history of the Court, or click on the collections to view images of each Chief Justice, Judge, Master/Associate Judge and Registrar.
Visit the online exhibition Here
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Coinciding with the celebration of the bicentenary of the Supreme Court of Tasmania, Justice Stephen Estcourt AM, has written a comprehensive history of the Tasmanian Supreme Court, the oldest in
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Coinciding with the celebration of the bicentenary of the Supreme Court of Tasmania, Justice Stephen Estcourt AM, has written a comprehensive history of the Tasmanian Supreme Court, the oldest in Australia. Covering the court from its inception in 1824 until now, it is an unrivalled account of the judges who served, a careful study of the most important cases decided, and records of the difficulties under which the court operated.
From Convicts to Computers will be launched publicly on 10 May 2024, exactly 200 years after the first sitting of the first Supreme Court in Australia, and following a bicentennial ceremonial sitting.
Copies of the book are available to purchase on and from 10 May 2024 at the Supreme Court in person or online with FortySouth for $75.
This event is part of Law Week Tasmania 2024 and presented in association with the Supreme Court of Tasmania.
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The Supreme Court of Tasmania is celebrating its 200 year anniversary. In honour of this, the State Library of Tasmania is holding free behind-the-scenes tours at 91 Murray Street, Hobart
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The Supreme Court of Tasmania is celebrating its 200 year anniversary. In honour of this, the State Library of Tasmania is holding free behind-the-scenes tours at 91 Murray Street, Hobart to view original and iconic Supreme Court documents held in its collection.
Tour location:
State Library and Archive Building
91 Murray St, Hobart
Meet on the Ground Floor
Tour details:
Three tours are available and each will go for about one hour.
Date: Friday 10 May
Times: 10:00 am, 1:00 pm and 3:00 pm
Limit of 10 people per tour.
How to book:
To reserve a free ticket, call the Allport Library and Museum of Fine Arts on 6165 5584.
Bookings close at 5pm Wednesday 8 May.
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Libraries Tasmania
Level 1, 91 Murray Street, Hobart 7000
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You’re invited on a special tour of the Supreme Court in Hobart in its Bicentennial year. Established in 1824 as the highest Court in the State, it deals with criminal
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You’re invited on a special tour of the Supreme Court in Hobart in its Bicentennial year. Established in 1824 as the highest Court in the State, it deals with criminal cases and civil disputes, as well as hearing appeals from the Magistrates Court and statutory tribunals. Come along and see where the Judges, barristers, witnesses and jurors perform their duties. The Civil Courtrooms and registries will be open for inspection as will access to the cells. The original architect Mr Peter Partridge will accompany this tour and provide his unique insights into the design of the building.
Special displays for the Bicentenary will be available to look at following conclusion of the tour, including the display of historical memorabilia in the Andrew Inglis Clark library.
Numbers are limited. Approx 2.0 hours duration.
Photo ID must be presented on arrival. The Supreme Court reserves the right to refuse entry to any person.
Presented by the Supreme Court of Tasmania
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This event is free
This content was provided for Tasmania Law Week 2024 and the Supreme Court Bicentennial. It is general legal information only and not legal advice.
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Supreme Court of Tasmania
5 Salamanca Place
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A Tour Marking the Bicentenary of the First Sitting of the Supreme Court of Van Diemens Land on 10th May 1824 Hear stories of the places and people who have been
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A Tour Marking the Bicentenary of the First Sitting of the Supreme Court of Van Diemens Land on 10th May 1824
Hear stories of the places and people who have been part of the 200 year history of the Supreme Court in Tasmania. This tour will introduce you to the rooms of the Supreme Court that were housed within two wings of the converted Hobart Penitentiary Chapel from 1860 to 1979, following which, we will walk to the new Supreme Court in Salamanca passing the first court on Murray Street. On arrival at the Supreme Court we will be given a history of the new building by special guest presenters.
The current Supreme Court of Tasmania (originally Van Diemens Land) was created by the Third Charter of Justice in 1824. The Royal Charter of Justice was read in the market place in Hobart Town on 7 May 1824 and the oath of office administered to Chief Justice Pedder at Government House by the Governor Colonel William Sorell, prior to the opening of the Supreme Court on 10 May 1824.
The Court was first housed in a building on the corner of Murray and Macquarie Streets. Civil and criminal matters were dealt with in the same court complex. However in 1860 the Penitentiary Chapel at the corner of Brisbane and Campbell Streets was converted into a criminal court and a new court was opened in the Public Buildings in Macquarie Street for civil cases. The Court was eventually unified again in 1980 when the final phase of the new purpose designed complex was opened at Salamanca Place.
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There are 3 tours available to book:
11 May 2024, 10:00am to 12:00pm
12 May 2024, 10:00am to 12:00pm
18 May 2024, 10:00am to 12:00pm
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13may5:00 pm7:30 pmHobart - You be the Judge - Sentencing workshopEvent Type Workshop
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You’re invited to participate in a Sentencing Workshop led by a judge in the Supreme Court in Hobart. A discussion of sentencing principles and procedure will precede a role play
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You’re invited to participate in a Sentencing Workshop led by a judge in the Supreme Court in Hobart. A discussion of sentencing principles and procedure will precede a role play scenario of a fictitious case by the Judge, Prosecution and Defence counsel. Participants will be invited to impose an appropriate sentence. Interactive discussion is encouraged. You be the Judge! Numbers are limited. Approx. 2.5 hours duration.
Presented by the Supreme Court of Tasmania
In person event. Photo ID is required. The Supreme Court reserves the right to refuse entry to any person.
This event is free
This content was provided for Tasmania Law Week 2024, and for the Supreme Court Bicentennial. It is general legal information only and not legal advice.
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Supreme Court of Tasmania
5 Salamanca Place
14may5:00 pm6:30 pmLaunceston - You be the Judge - Sentencing workshopEvent Type Workshop
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You’re invited to participate in a Sentencing Workshop led by a judge in the Supreme Court in Launceston. A discussion of sentencing principles and procedure will precede a role play
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You’re invited to participate in a Sentencing Workshop led by a judge in the Supreme Court in Launceston. A discussion of sentencing principles and procedure will precede a role play scenario of a fictitious case by the Judge, Prosecution and Defence counsel. Participants will be invited to impose an appropriate sentence. Interactive discussion is encouraged. You be the Judge! Numbers are limited. Approx. 1.5 hours duration.
Presented by the Supreme Court of Tasmania
In person event
This event is free. Photo ID must be presented. The Supreme Court reserves the right to refuse entry to any person.
This content was provided for Tasmania Law Week 2024, and for the Supreme Court Bicentennial. It is general legal information only and not legal advice.
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Supreme Court of Tasmania - Launceston
116 Cameron Street
june
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The Supreme Court of Tasmania, the oldest court in the Australia, celebrates it’s bicentenary on May 10, 2024. It was one of the first institutions established in the then penal
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The Supreme Court of Tasmania, the oldest court in the Australia, celebrates it’s bicentenary on May 10, 2024. It was one of the first institutions established in the then penal colony of Van Dieman’s Land and officially opened for business in 1824 then known as the Supreme Court of Van Diemen’s Land.
The Court was originally located on the corner of Murray and Macquarie Streets in Hobart, where the Treasury Buildings now stand. In the 1970s the idea was formed to move the Court to its current site on Salamanca Place. The man chosen to design the new building’s was Peter Partridge who joins host and former Court Registrar Jim Connolly in this episode. Chief Justice Alan Blow is also features in this episode with his expert analysis of the importance of the court and it’s historic buildings.
Listen to Part One here: Part One
Listen to Part 2 here: Part Two
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july
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The Supreme Court of Tasmania, the oldest court in the Australia, celebrates it’s bicentenary on May 10, 2024. It was one of the first institutions established in the then penal
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The Supreme Court of Tasmania, the oldest court in the Australia, celebrates it’s bicentenary on May 10, 2024. It was one of the first institutions established in the then penal colony of Van Dieman’s Land and officially opened for business in 1824 then known as the Supreme Court of Van Diemen’s Land.
The Court was originally located on the corner of Murray and Macquarie Streets in Hobart, where the Treasury Buildings now stand. In the 1970s the idea was formed to move the Court to its current site on Salamanca Place. The man chosen to design the new building’s was Peter Partridge who joins host and former Court Registrar Jim Connolly in this episode. Chief Justice Alan Blow is also features in this episode with his expert analysis of the importance of the court and it’s historic buildings.
Listen to Part One here: Part One
Listen to Part 2 here: Part Two
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august
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The Supreme Court of Tasmania, the oldest court in the Australia, celebrates it’s bicentenary on May 10, 2024. It was one of the first institutions established in the then penal
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The Supreme Court of Tasmania, the oldest court in the Australia, celebrates it’s bicentenary on May 10, 2024. It was one of the first institutions established in the then penal colony of Van Dieman’s Land and officially opened for business in 1824 then known as the Supreme Court of Van Diemen’s Land.
The Court was originally located on the corner of Murray and Macquarie Streets in Hobart, where the Treasury Buildings now stand. In the 1970s the idea was formed to move the Court to its current site on Salamanca Place. The man chosen to design the new building’s was Peter Partridge who joins host and former Court Registrar Jim Connolly in this episode. Chief Justice Alan Blow is also features in this episode with his expert analysis of the importance of the court and it’s historic buildings.
Listen to Part One here: Part One
Listen to Part 2 here: Part Two
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september
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The Supreme Court of Tasmania, the oldest court in the Australia, celebrates it’s bicentenary on May 10, 2024. It was one of the first institutions established in the then penal
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The Supreme Court of Tasmania, the oldest court in the Australia, celebrates it’s bicentenary on May 10, 2024. It was one of the first institutions established in the then penal colony of Van Dieman’s Land and officially opened for business in 1824 then known as the Supreme Court of Van Diemen’s Land.
The Court was originally located on the corner of Murray and Macquarie Streets in Hobart, where the Treasury Buildings now stand. In the 1970s the idea was formed to move the Court to its current site on Salamanca Place. The man chosen to design the new building’s was Peter Partridge who joins host and former Court Registrar Jim Connolly in this episode. Chief Justice Alan Blow is also features in this episode with his expert analysis of the importance of the court and it’s historic buildings.
Listen to Part One here: Part One
Listen to Part 2 here: Part Two
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