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High Court of Australia

The highest court in the land

Parkes Place
Parkes
Canberra, ACT 2600

Nearest Train: Bus 34

Phone: +61 2 6270 6811

Fax: +61 2 6270 6346

This fine architectural example sits among the capital's elite on Parkes Place, along the shore of Lake Burley Griffin. The elongated windows of the seven-story public hall reflect the sky above while the series of waterfalls along the main entry suggest that the visitor consider the role of law and order as a natural phenomenon--like the elements that surround us. Australia's judicial system can be viewed here first hand. A video room, extensive murals and the three courtrooms all help convey the important decisions made within these walls.