In a historic moment for the Australian judiciary, Louise Taylor, a proud Kamilaroi woman, has been appointed as the country's first Indigenous female Supreme Court judge. Her appointment to the ACT Supreme Court makes her the territory's sixth judge.
Announcing her appointment, Attorney-General Shane Rattenbury praised Justice Taylor for her exceptional expertise and knowledge of the legal system, as well as her unwavering commitment to fairness, impartiality, and open-mindedness.
This is not the first time Justice Taylor has made history; in 2018, she became the ACT's first Indigenous magistrate.
Chief Justice Lucy McCallum warmly welcomed Justice Taylor to the Supreme Court, commending her unwavering commitment to upholding the rule of law and the invaluable experience she brings to the bench.
View the ACT Government media release
View the ABC news article