Justice Kirby's decision in the Cattanach v Melchior (2003) 215 CLR 1 case.

In 2004, the High Court handed down its decision in Cattanach v Melchior (2003) 215 CLR 1. (I have attached the FULL case "Cattanach v Melchior")

Critically analyse how Justice Kirby arrived at his decision. (pages 40-73 in case document provided)

In your answer, include discussion of:

1. The role played by the application of legal authority to new circumstances
2. The application of relevant legal principles
3. Considerations of legal policy.