While the Premier is the head of government in New South Wales, it is the Governor, as the representative of King Charles III, who formally exercises many important executive and legislative powers in the State, such as assenting to laws and appointing the Premier.
Have you ever wondered what the precise roles and responsibilities of the Crown are in NSW? Have you ever considered its ongoing relevance and its evolution though the ages? We were joined by Professor Emerita Anne Twomey who answered these questions and more at our recent House Talks!
Professor Emerita Anne Twomey is one of the leading minds on constitutional law in Australia. She has previously practised as a solicitor; and worked for the High Court of Australia, the Commonwealth Parliamentary Research Service, the Commonwealth Senate, the NSW Cabinet Office, and the University of Sydney. Professor Emerita Twomey is a Member of the Order of Australia, and a prolific researcher with numerous publications under her name.
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