Clive Palmer will learn today what lines his battle against WA's hard border will be fought on in the High Court — a decision which could have drastic ramifications for the future of the state's hardline border policy that currently locks most of the country out.
Finding it hard to keep track of the latest legal stoushes involving Queensland billionaire Clive Palmer? You're not alone.
Billionaire businessman Clive Palmer believes the decision to refuse him entry to WA was made on political grounds and is unconstitutional. Dr Collignon was engaged by the Commonwealth Government to provide evidence, much to the chagrin of WA Premier Mark McGowan.It's normal for the Commonwealth to get involved in cases involving constitutional challenge.
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