The High Court is the highest court in Australia

For more information, visit the High Court's website: www.hcourt.gov.au

The High Court of Australia

The High Court is the highest court in Australia and is the final court of appeal for decisions relating to native title from other courts. This process of appeal resulted in the High Court's decisions in Mabo and Wik. The lower courts cannot override or change decisions of the High Court.

It can take a long time for matters to be decided by the High Court as matters can only be referred to the High Court after they have been considered by lower courts.