The Division of Law-Making Powers: KK2

residual

• law-making powers that are not listed in the Constitution and are therefore retained by the states. 

• allow the states to make differing laws that specifically reflect the needs and views of their residents

• examples:

  • environment

  • criminal law

  • public transport

  • medical procedures

  • education

  • road laws

concurrent powers

• law-making powers that are listed in the constitution and are shared between the commonwealth and the states

• examples:

  • trade

  • taxation

  • marriage & divorce

exclusive powers

• law-making powers that are listed in the Constitution that solely belong to the Commonwealth, and cannot be legislated on by the states.

• outlined under section 51 and 52 of the australian constitution

• examples:

  • immigration & citizenship

  • customs and border protection

  • currency

  • defence

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