Structure of written response Do not describe the
issue.
Introduction
This contains brief statements about:
your position on lessons to be learned from the issue
(do not give details here)
the methods and a statement about their effectiveness
the democratic processes that were used to resolve the issue.
Body paragraph 1
Highlight the use of democratic processes to publicise a point of view.
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Body paragraph 2
Explain the legal issues involved though an examination of the actions of the Commonwealth
Government using section 51 of the Constitution and the subsequent role of the High Court.
Body paragraph 3
Outline the significance that this case has had on future environmental issues that have
arisen and changes that have been made to laws and responsibilities of Australian
governments.
Conclusion
Restate your position and how it has been supported. Link back to your introduction.
Do not introduce new information or ideas in your conclusions.