Explain two ways in which judges make law in Australia
Case law is the term used to define law created by judges when resolving disputes. There are two ways in which judges make law, through statutory or judicial interpretation, both of which are covered by precedent. Judicial interpretation involves judges creating legal principles, which in turn become precedents when no statutory rule exists. Statutory interpretation is when judges give meaning to, or interpret existing statues or regulations. ... Stare decisis governs all law making by judges ensuring equality, consistency and predictability. ... Decisions of other courts at the same level, interstate or overseas can have persuasive influence on law making by judges, however it is not binding precedent. Judicial interpretation involves judges making decisions, which create laws where no statutory guidance or rule exists.