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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

Brisbane - Estoppel in the Name of the Law!

Seminar on issue estoppel in the context of adjudications under the BCIPA, presented by Matthew Hickey (Level Twenty Seven Chambers)
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National

2016 Great Debate

This year the Young Constructors will be hosting Great Debate events around the country over June and July on the topic: "The best place for a construction contract is the bottom drawer of the filing cabinet."
The debates will be light-hearted and witty, and will provide an opportunity for all SoCLA members to network and enjoy an evening discussing the importance of construction contracts in the industry.
Watch this space as we provide updates on event locations and dates.
If you would like to attend and comment on the debate please use #SCLGreatDebate 
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Adelaide SA

Tour of Adelaide Convention Centre

Join a exclusive tour of the Adelaide Convention Centre. Click here for more.
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Brisbane QLD

Brisbane: CHALLENGING TIMES _êã NAVIGATING RECENT DEVELOPMENTS IN JURISDICTIONAL ERRORS AND NATURAL JUSTICE

Thursday 9 June 2016
5.30 pm for 6:00 pm start
at
Ashurst
Level 38, Riverside Centre, 123 Eagle St, Brisbane  
 
Melanie Hindman, Northbank Chambers
Merissa Martinez, Paloma Chambers
will present on the topic of:
challenging times – navigating recent developments in jurisdictional errors and natural justice
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Melbourne VIC

Melbourne: Launch of NAWIC VIC/TAS awards

The National Association of Women in Construction (Vic/Tas) has launched its 2016 awards, including the new award category 'Construction Lawyer.'
Minter Ellison Melbourne are hosting a launch function for the awards, including a presentation on 'putting yourself out there' - preparing a strong award application. 
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Melbourne VIC

Melbourne - How to Build a High Rise (Part 3)

The third installment in the 'How to Build a High Rise' series will cover assessing the cost and value of the works and will be held on Thursday 26 May 2016 at 5:45pm for a 6:00pm start at Clayton Utz (Level 18, 333 Collins Street).
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Melbourne VIC

Melbourne 2016 Construction Careers Panel

Enjoy learning about construction law and interested in the range of careers available in the industry? Come along on Thursday 19 May 2016 and hear from five highly experienced panellists speak about their experiences and involvement in the construction industry.
This event is free to attend.
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Brisbane QLD

Brisbane - Lighthouse Club Australia

Members may already be aware of the work of the Lighthouse Club. An international charitable organisation established throughout the world to promote good fellowship among members, who work in, or who are associated with the construction industry. For those members who are interested, a number of events are being hosted by the Lighthouse Club this month in various States. The next event will be held in Brisbane on 19 May. For more information go to http://www.lighthouseclubaus.org/
 
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Sydney - Defects and Damages Seminar

Mr Duncan Miller SC will present a seminar in Sydney on defects and damages on Wednesday 18 May 2016, commencing at 5:30pm.
This event is run in conjunction with Wotton + Kearney.
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NSW

Capturing innovation in the Tender Process _êã hosted hypothetical by Endstate

We draw our members attention to the following external event hosted by Endstate:Capturing innovation in the Tender Process – an Endstate hypotheticalJoin Endstate and a panel of experts as they explore this topical issue through the scenario - Bondi Island Airport Gets Go-Ahead.Through the hypothetical, our panel will explore the challenges for capturing innovation in the tender process so that innovative ideas can be assessed objectively, fairly and competitively. Our intention is to investigate how these challenges can be resolved using a simulated scenario and a panel of experts - we also expect the audience to be active participants.Come and meet our VIP guest panellist The Hon Nick Greiner AC, former Premier and Treasurer (1988 – 1992); with well-known TV personality James O’Loghlin host of the ABC program ‘The New Inventors’ as the Moderator.http://news.yourendstate.com.au/?p=436">Click here for more information. 
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