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Flagging down a cab or booking a chauffeur-driven limousine? Are we lowering the Bar?

Friday 5 April 2013

by Jonathan Liberman

Under the cab rank rule, a barrister should not refuse a brief on the basis of the objectionableness of a potential client’s behaviour or character. The rule was the subject of a very interesting event we co-hosted last month, ‘Is it the end of the line for the cab rank rule?’, with Monash University’s Centre for Regulatory Studies on the occasion of the visit to Melbourne of UK Professor John Flood, who has recently published a paper, with Professor Morten Hviid, ‘The Cab Rank Rule: Its Meaning and Purpose in the New Legal Services Market’ Read more >: Flagging down a cab or booking a chauffeur-driven limousine? Are we lowering the Bar?

Making the law work better for people affected by cancer: a McCabe Centre issues paper

Tuesday 2 April 2013

by Sondra Davoren and Deborah Lawson

Whether we're consciously aware of it or not, the law influences how people make decisions about health care, treatment and support. This is no different for people affected by cancer. Read more >: Making the law work better for people affected by cancer: a McCabe Centre issues paper

McCabe Centre: one year on

Monday 4 February 2013

by Jonathan Liberman

Today, World Cancer Day, marks a year since the McCabe Centre commenced operation - as good a time as any for us to enter the blogosphere. We'll be blogging on a wide range of law-and-cancer issues over the months and years ahead, and running contributions from guest bloggers. So, please keep an eye on this page, and feel free to send us suggestions. Read more >: McCabe Centre: one year on

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Accelerating action on NCDs and Mental Health in a time of overlapping crises

Monday 16 February 2026

How do we accelerate progress on noncommunicable diseases (NCDs) and mental health when the world is facing climate disruption, geopolitical instability, economic uncertainty, and deepening inequities?

World Cancer Day: New research reveals nearly all Australians diagnosed with cancer face out-of-pocket costs, prompting calls for stronger financial support

Wednesday 4 February 2026

As today marks World Cancer Day, Cancer Council and the McCabe Centre for Law and Cancer are calling for government action to reduce the financial impact of cancer. It comes as new research reveals 98.8% of Australians diagnosed with cancer who were surveyed incur out-of-pocket expenses, even when accessing care in Australia’s public healthcare system.

The Cancer Registry Legislation Toolkit is now available!

Thursday 15 January 2026

Exciting News! We’re proud to announce that The Cancer Registry Legislation Toolkit is now available! Developed by the McCabe Centre for Law and Cancer, the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC), and the African Cancer Registry Network (AFCRN), this important resource has just been released by IARC.

Cancer Control 2025 Report – What can tobacco control teach us about vested interests in food and nutrition?

Thursday 1 January 2026

Just released: McCabe Centre and Cancer Council Victoria’s article is featured in Cancer Control 2025 on “What can tobacco control teach us about vested interests in food and nutrition?”

Highlights for 2025

Friday 19 December 2025

2025 – what a big year! As we look back on an extraordinary 12 months, we want to extend our deepest thanks to our key partners and collaborators, for our collective achievements and defining moments this year. The progress we’ve seen this year is a testament to the strength of our partnerships and the commitment of everyone involved. As this year draws to a close, wherever you are in the world, we wish you a joyful and safe holiday season. Thank you for being an essential part of our journey.