Section 15AB of the Acts Interpretation Act 1901 (Cth) States

question 47

Multiple Choice

Section 15AB of the Acts Interpretation Act 1901 (Cth) states that a court may refer to certain 'extrinsic' documents when interpreting legislation.Which of the following is not listed in the section?

• A)A relevant report of a Royal Commission
• B)A treaty or other international agreement referred to in the Act
• C)An explanatory memorandum relating to the Bill containing the provision that requires interpretation
• D)A decision of a higher court within the same hierarchy

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