COVID-19: Governance: The wheels of justice continue to turn, despite the global pandemic (Australia) | Practical Law
Australian courts remain operational during the outbreak of the 2019 novel coronavirus disease (COVID-19), however, significant changes have been introduced in light of COVID-19 restrictions. The courts are focussed on ensuring the safety of litigants, practitioners, judges and court staff, whilst attempting to minimise interference with the due administration of justice. The courts also remain conscious of the important principle of "open justice".