Australian administrative law

Australian administrative law is that body of law that defines the extent of the powers and responsibilities of administrative agencies of Australian governments and defines the challenge to the exercise of such powers. The Australian administrative law originated and develop in English and Australian common law, which has undergone significant statutory codification and a shift in focus toward judicial review within tribunals with extensive jurisdiction.

Australia possesses well-developed ombudsman systems and Freedom of Information legislation, both influenced by comparable overseas developments. Its notice and comment requirements for the making of delegated legislation have parallels to the United States. Australia's borrowings from overseas are still largely shaped by its evolution within a system of parliamentary democracy that loosely follows a Westminster system of responsibility and accountability.

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