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Historically Magistrates in Australia have been referred to as “ Your Worship ”.
( From Old English weorthscipe, meaning being worthy of respect.
) However, members of the magistracy are now addressed as " Your Honour " in all states.
This was partly to recognise the increasing role magistrates play in the administration of justice, but also to recognise the archaic nature of " Your Worship " and the tendency for witnesses and defendants to incorrectly use " Your Honour " in any event.
It is also acceptable to address a magistrate simply as Sir or Madam.

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