(1)   In respect of the 2006 High Court Case New South Wales v Commonwealth (WorkChoices Case), are the following statements factually correct: (a) “It is true that Corporations in NSW fall/fell within the purview of the WorkChoices legislation.”; (b) “It is true that public sector corporations within NSW and other States fall/fell within the purview of the WorkChoices legislation.”; and (c) “Following the High court ruling, it is also true that the Commonwealth does have powers under section 51(xx) over public sector corporations at a State level.”.

(2)   If (1) (a) to (c) are incorrect, why.

(3)   If (1) (a) to (c) are correct: (a) from the Commonwealth’s perspective, what constitutional questions arise in relation to Section 109 of the Constitution and matters of authority, consistency and jurisdiction; and (b) could he provide the States’ perspective on this issue.

It is not appropriate for me to provide legal advice or commentary on the High Court’s decision in New South Wales v Commonwealth (2006) 229 CLR 1. Questions relating to the operation of workplace relations legislation should be referred to the Minister for Employment and Workplace Relations.