Ermogenous v Greek Orthodox Community of Sa Inc.

JurisdictionAustralia Federal only
JudgeGaudron,McHugh,Hayne,Callinan JJ,Kirby J
Judgment Date07 March 2002
Neutral Citation2002-0307 HCA A,[2002] HCA 8
CourtHigh Court
Docket NumberA22/2001
Date07 March 2002
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