More to come in 2026
The back half of the year is shaping up to be a busy one. We've got a strong line-up of events in development across Australia, tackling the issues shaping construction law right now.
Topics on the agenda include the latest shifts in security of payment, how time and cost risk gets allocated in an age of shocks, the realities of cost-reimbursable contracts, and emerging trends in construction arbitration — brought to you alongside leading firms and practitioners around the country.
There's plenty on for younger practitioners too, with social events and mooting through our Young Construction Committee, and our 2026 mentoring program now open for applications.
And we'll be closing out the year with end-of-year functions in cities around the country.
Details for each event will be confirmed closer to the date — keep an eye on this page and our channels so you don't miss out.
We're also looking forward to the Stynes Address to be held in Sydney on 27 October — one of the highlights on our calendar. More details to be announced soon.
Watch this space for more information.
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Brisbane QLD
The saga of Saipem and GLNG: injunctions, bank guarantees and s 67J of the Queensland Building and Construction Commission Act 1991 (Qld)
Saipem Australia Pty Ltd’s three valiant attempts to injunct GLNG Operations Pty Ltd from calling on bank guarantees left it with what might be termed a ‘flesh wound’. But its efforts leave us with a better understanding of how the notice provision in section 67J of the Queensland Building and Construction Commission Act 1991 should be interpreted, particularly with respect to the term ‘debt due’. Of wider importance is the approach of the Court in each case to the assessment of the balance of convenience in light of the bargain struck between the parties.
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Online registration for this event has now closed. For rsvp enquiries please email.
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Online registration for this event has now closed. For rsvp enquiries please email.
Perth WA
Speed Networking - ARUP, SoCLA, NAWIC
SoCLA, NAWIC and ARUP invite you to a social evening of speed networking.
The event will provide the opportunity to meet senior women within our industry, learn networking tips and skills, and build connections with other people working within construction. Food and drinks to follow. Price $20.
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Register at nawic.com.au
The event will provide the opportunity to meet senior women within our industry, learn networking tips and skills, and build connections with other people working within construction. Food and drinks to follow. Price $20.
More information is available on this flyer.
Register at nawic.com.au
Brisbane QLD
But can't I just rely on the words in the contract? Recent appellate cases for and against
Could rejecting a claim relying on contractual provisions be unconscionable conduct even if in strict compliance with the contract?
What if a promise to deliver a complex technical result is hidden away in the specifications – will I be held to that?
Presenters: Michael Trim and Mei Barnes from Level 27 Chambers
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Online registration for this event has closed. Please click here for any last minute rsvps or questions.
What if a promise to deliver a complex technical result is hidden away in the specifications – will I be held to that?
Presenters: Michael Trim and Mei Barnes from Level 27 Chambers
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Online registration for this event has closed. Please click here for any last minute rsvps or questions.
Perth WA
Investor-State Disputes in the Construction Sector
Peter Harris & Sean Marriott, members of Clifford Chance's International Arbitrational Group in Perth, will present this seminar on Investor-State Disputes in the Construction Sector.
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Online registration for this event has now now closed. Please click here for any last minute rsvps or questions.
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Online registration for this event has now now closed. Please click here for any last minute rsvps or questions.
NSW
SoCLA National Conference - Day Two
Our National Conference "Best Enjoyed in 2030 ... the future of the construction professions" concludes today.
The SoCLA office is unattended due to our National Conference. Please contact Cathie Witcombe with any urgent enquiries (0400 33 9747).
More information about our National Conference can be found here
The SoCLA office is unattended due to our National Conference. Please contact Cathie Witcombe with any urgent enquiries (0400 33 9747).
More information about our National Conference can be found here
NSW
SoCLA National Conference "Best Enjoyed in 2030 … the future of the construction professions"
Day One of our National Conference at the Crowne Plaza, Hunter Valley.
Program highlights include the presentation of the Brooking Prize awards.
The day will finish with our Gala Dinner at the Two Hat "Muse" Restaurant - seating is strictly limited to 120 - book early to ensure you don't miss this special event
More information about our National Conference can be found here
Program highlights include the presentation of the Brooking Prize awards.
The day will finish with our Gala Dinner at the Two Hat "Muse" Restaurant - seating is strictly limited to 120 - book early to ensure you don't miss this special event
More information about our National Conference can be found here
NSW
Welcome Drinks for 2018 National Conference
The SoCLA office is unattended due to our National Conference. Please contact Cathie Witcombe with any urgent enquiries (0400 33 9747).
Our 2018 National Conference will be held in the Hunter Valley, NSW, one of Australia's most celebrated wine regions, from 16 to 18 August 2018.
The conference commences with welcome drinks on Thursday 16 August 2018 at Keith Tulloch Winery.
More information about the National Conference can be found here
Our 2018 National Conference will be held in the Hunter Valley, NSW, one of Australia's most celebrated wine regions, from 16 to 18 August 2018.
The conference commences with welcome drinks on Thursday 16 August 2018 at Keith Tulloch Winery.
More information about the National Conference can be found here
NSW
SoCLA Annual General Meeting
Join us at 3.00 pm for our Annual General Meeting.
The SoCLA office is unattended due to our National Conference. Please contact Cathie Witcombe with any urgent enquiries (0400 33 9747).
The SoCLA office is unattended due to our National Conference. Please contact Cathie Witcombe with any urgent enquiries (0400 33 9747).
Brisbane QLD
Making Successful Extension of Time Claims
We are pleased to invite you to this seminar which will discuss the practicalities of extension of time and prolongation claims.
Our speakers, with extensive exposure to the complexities of construction project management and managing delay claims, will share their experience and explore the factual and legal basis for making and assessing extension of time claims.
Nick Longley, Partner of HFW, will discuss two recent decisions in Australia and England which provide some clarity of the judicial approach to the prevention principle. He will also discuss some recent practical experiences in setting 'the rules' for delay analysis in dispute proceedings.
Karen Wenham, Director of Diales, will look at a case study of a project which incurred both delay and loss of productivity. She will demonstrate how the time chainage method of project planning can be used to demonstrate and quantify the impact of issues arising from deviations from tender planning assumptions, latent conditions and variation works, on the project schedule and completion milestones.
More information is available on this flyer.
Online registration for this event has now closed. Please email to rsvp
Our speakers, with extensive exposure to the complexities of construction project management and managing delay claims, will share their experience and explore the factual and legal basis for making and assessing extension of time claims.
Nick Longley, Partner of HFW, will discuss two recent decisions in Australia and England which provide some clarity of the judicial approach to the prevention principle. He will also discuss some recent practical experiences in setting 'the rules' for delay analysis in dispute proceedings.
Karen Wenham, Director of Diales, will look at a case study of a project which incurred both delay and loss of productivity. She will demonstrate how the time chainage method of project planning can be used to demonstrate and quantify the impact of issues arising from deviations from tender planning assumptions, latent conditions and variation works, on the project schedule and completion milestones.
More information is available on this flyer.
Online registration for this event has now closed. Please email to rsvp