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Originating application under section 23A of the International Arbitration Act 1974 (Form 56)

Originating application under section 23A of the International Arbitration Act 1974 (Form 56)

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Court form Form 56 Federal Court of AustraliaFederal Court Rules 2011
v35934fba Updated 6 July 2026
Preview of the first page of Originating application under section 23A of the International Arbitration Act 1974 (Form 56)
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Lodgement notesRule 28.47

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