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SoCLA Annual General Meeting Wednesday 11 November 2026 at 5:00 pm AEDT

The Annual General Meeting of the Society of Construction Law Australia Limited will be held on Wednesday 11 November 2026 at 5:00 pm AEDT: 

Corrs Chambers Westgarth

Level 41, 120 Collins Street

Melbourne VIC 3000

Members who are unable to attend in person are invited to attend the AGM by video conference (a link will be provided closer to the event).

Please see the attached notice. 

Episode 68: Can AI Predict Project Risk Before It Happens? with David Porter

This episode is part of a special series exploring AI in the construction industry.  

LIV seeks feedback on proposed Building and Construction Law Accredited Specialisation

The Law Institute of Victoria (LIV) is exploring new ways to support practitioners working in building and construction law, and is seeking feedback from the profession.

Episode 67 - Why Better Project Settings Matter More Than Harder Bargaining with Owen Hayford

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.

Episode 66: What Expert Witnesses Really Do on Construction Disputes with Chris Larkin

Episode 65: When AI Becomes Your Engineering Colleague with Muriel Demarcus

Muriel Demarcus, founder of Marsham Edge, explains why traceability and reproducibility matter when AI supports high-stakes engineering calls.

Episode 64: The Productivity Myth with Michelle Turner

In this episode, Professor Michelle Turner explains how the Culture in Construction Taskforce is transforming construction by tackling excessive work hours, improving mental health, increasing workplace flexibility and creating more inclusive environments for women.

2026 Stynes Address

The 2026 Stynes Address will be delivered by the Hon Robert McDougall KC, on Tuesday 27 October 2026 at the State Library of NSW in Sydney.

Episode 63: Follow the Money with Dawna Wright

Dawna Wright discusses the critical role of forensic accountants in construction disputes, from quantifying losses to providing independent expert evidence. She also explores the impact of AI on expert analysis and the importance of collaboration to manage risk and avoid disputes.