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Episode 57: Inside wind energy contracting models with Andrew Davies
In this episode, Andrew Davies joins host Bijay to break down the evolving contracting landscape in the wind energy sector.
They explore the shift from traditional EPC models to split scope contracting, the risks and rewards for developers, and how financing, cost pressures, and supplier dynamics are shaping decisions. The conversation also touches on emerging trends like battery storage, grid stability, and rising electricity demand, offering ideas for engineers, developers, and anyone navigating large-scale renewable energy projects.
Episode 56: Burnout: The hidden risk in high-performance work, with Dr Carly Shrever and Sally Ryan
Episode 55: Why construction is still slow to adopt AI, with Elena Stojcevski and Veno Panicker
In this episode, Elena Stojcevski and Veno Panicker discuss why the construction industry has been slow to adopt AI despite its transformative potential.
SoCLA 2026 National Conference - registrations are open
The SoCLA National Conference website is now open for registrations.
SoCLA Office Hours – December and January
The SoCLA Sydney office will close at 3:00 pm on Monday 22 December and re-open at 9:00 am on Monday 12 January.
Sponsor a Student to Attend the Stynes Address
If you’ve already secured your ticket to the 2025 Stynes Address, consider purchasing an additional ticket at the member rate to sponsor a student.
Nominations for the SoCLA Board are now open
Nominations for the SoCLA Board are now open
The notice calling for nominations can be found here and the nomination form can be found here.
The notice calling for nominations provides further information in relation to the Society and the role of the Board.
Nominations close at 5:00 pm AEST on Thursday 2 October 2025.
SoCLA Annual General Meeting - link
The SoCLA AGM will be held at 5:00 pm today.
Join the meeting online
Notice of 2025 Annual General Meeting
Notice is hereby given that the Annual General Meeting of the Society of Construction Law Australia Limited will be held at Corrs Chambers Westgarth, Level 25, 567 Collins Street, Melbourne VIC 3000 and by video conference on Thursday 7 August 2025 at 5:00 pm AEST.
