Library Research Guides: Law: primary sources: Home

Getting started

Explore this guide for recommended starting and access points to understand, research and locate cases, legislation and extrinsic materials.

If looking to dig deeper, the books below can help to give you an understanding of the Australian legal system.

Connecting With Law
Connecting With Law introduces students to the foundations of law in a thought provoking way, challenging them to think critically, question ideas and connect with the law.
Introduction to Australian Public Law
Provides an account of contemporary Australian Public Law for students in Australian Law Schools. The book covers current issues such as the recognition of Indigenous Australians as well as key concepts that apply to both the Commonwealth and State jurisdictions such as the rule of law and the separation of powers.
Laying Down the Law
Provides a comprehensive and accessible introduction to the study of law. Essential foundation topics covered include Australia’s legal system and sources of law while discussion of current issues highlights the context in which our legal system operates and the role and responsibilities of the legal profession.
Statutory Interpretation in Australia
Statutory Interpretation in Australia acts as a guide to some of the practical questions of interpretation of legislation as it arises in Australia today.