A Bill of Rights would protect many fundamental human rights and freedoms. Some examples would be:

• The guarantee that each person is equal before the law
• The right to a speedy trial
• The protection of the family unit and the interests of children
• The assurance that individuals are treated with dignity in prison

The violation of these human right occured both in Australia as well in the international arena. In real life, recent breaches have been exemplified by the indefinite detention of asylum seekers, the recent ASIO Act and the incarceration and trial of David Hicks, to name just a few. These incidents reveal how necessary a Bill of Rights is to the protection of freedoms and individual interests in Australia.