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Renae graduated from Murdoch University with a combined Bachelor's degree in Law (Honours) and Economics. She completed her PhD at the University of Western Australia in 2014, focusing on the development of the relationship between state and religion in Australia from 1788 to modern times. Renae joined the University of Western Australia in 2013, where she has served as a Senior Lecturer and has tutored at various universities over the years. Her research lies at the intersection of law and religion, concentrating on topics such as religious education, freedom of religion, and state funding of religion. Currently, she is investigating the engagement of Muslims within the common law legal system, addressing issues like the wearing of Islamic face veils in court settings. Renae’s PhD thesis titled 'The Changing Relationship Between State and Religion in Australia: 1788 to Modern Australia' analyses state restrictions on religious practices and the implications for Australian education. She has actively contributed to the field with multiple publications and awards, including commendations from the Law School Research Award.
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