Conferences & Seminars
Legalwise Seminars on Water Law
Legalwise Seminars on Water Law
Legalwise is holding Water Law seminars in Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne and Perth in September.
The Seminars will explore the challenges in the management of water and the legislative framework that underpins the move toward sustainable water supplies both in the rural and urban sectors.All NELA members receive 10% discount off the standard registration price. To register simply complete the attached registration form and return it to Legalwise Seminars by fax on 02 9387 8711, or by post to PO Box 971, Bondi Junction, NSW 1355.To find out more information visit www.legalwiseseminars.com.au.
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| WA Water Law NELA.pdf | 109.81 KB |
| VIC Water Law NELA.pdf | 103.38 KB |
| QLD Water Law NELA.pdf | 115.01 KB |
| NSW Water Law NELA.pdf | 108.17 KB |
2010 NELA (WA) State Conference, 3 September 2010
The focus of this years NELA (WA) State Conference is on environmental approvals. The Conference will be held at the Parmelia Hilton, Perth on 3 September 2010.
Envrionmental approvals, and recent proposals for reform, will be considered from the perspective of key stakeholders, including Government, Industry and Environmental Interest Groups. The Conference will be opened by the Minister for Environment, the Hon Donna Faragher, and will include presentations on biodiversity, the Great Western Woodlands project and new models of conservation management, condition setting on approvals, and public participation in environmental appeals. The conference will be followed by dinner at Julio's Restaurant.
The full registration and conference details are in the attached brochure. Registrations can be faxed to the NELA Secretariat on 02 6290 1505. CPD points will be available.
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| Conference Brochure and Registration Form.pdf | 538.62 KB |
Sustainable Planning Queensland Conference 2010
Sustainable Planning Queensland 2010
30 & 31 August - Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre
The Conference will provide a forum via which stakeholders are able to converge to understand the future direction of Queensland Planning and the regulatory framework within which they are to operate.
For more information please see the below attachment.
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| Sustainable Planning Queensland.pdf | 496.05 KB |
NELA WA 2010 Seminars
Human Rights and the Environment Seminar NELA (WA) and Minter Ellison held the first Seminar for 2010 on 24 March. The seminar, Human Rights and the Environment, featured Mr Greg McIntyre SC, former President of NELA, who has been instrumental in the development of Aboriginal land rights and environmental law in Australia. A copy of the Seminar brochure is available at the attachment below.
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| NELA WA Human Rights and the Environment Seminar.pdf | 161.83 KB |
2010 NELA National Conference: The Politics of Biodiversity
20-23 October 2010 - Canberra
2010 is the International Year of Biodiversity and NELA will be holding its National Conference in Australia's Capital.
This will be a unique opportunity to hear challenging presentations on the politics of preserving the world's biodiversity for future generations.
The 2010 Conference will be held at the historic University House, the ceremonial heart of the Australian National University. Opened in 1954 by His Royal Highness the Duke of Edinburgh as the first building on the campus of the newly-formed Australian National University, University House was home to the research students and professors of the University at the time. Set in tranquil gardens with heritage-listed architecture and decor, University House has a history rich in academic prestige and ceremony.
An exciting program has been developed featuring speakers from Australia, New Zealand and the Pacific. The Hon Greg Hunt MP, Shadow Minister for Climate Action, Environment and Heritage and Dr Allan Hawke AC, head of the Government's independent review of the EPBC Act will each be delivering a keynote address.
Opening the Conference will be the ACT Attorney-General and Minister for the Environment, Climate Change and Water, Simon Corbell MLA.
The Conference will include sessions run by the Environmental Law Rountable of Australia and New Zealand (ELRANZ) and Young NELA.
The full Conference Program, along with the Registration Form can be found on the below attachments.
Make a diary note now ... and check the NELA website for updates and opportunities to participate, or contact the NELA Secretariat on nelaaust@ozemail.com.au.
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| NELA 2010 National Conference Flyer June 2010.pdf | 1.11 MB |
| ELRANZ Sessions.pdf | 84.97 KB |
| 2010 NELA National Conference Registration Form.pdf | 343.92 KB |
| 2010 NELA National Conference Program.pdf | 604.82 KB |
Young NELA (Vic)
Young NELA (Vic) was launched on 1 May 2009, with an opening address delivered by Ms Helan Gibson, Deputy President of the Victorian Civil & Administrative Tribunal. Click on the link below to access this address.
Alice Skipper of DLA Phillips Fox it to act as the Young NELA (Vic) convenor, supported by Committee Members: Sarah Don (Rigby Cooke Lawyers); Lionel Goh (GHD); Emily Webster (Corrs Chambers Westgarth); Hayley Jones (Clayton Utz); and Arsa Hewitt (Clayton Utz).
A series of activities are now being planned, some of which may be conducted in collaboration with similar young professional groups in other related professions in Victoria.
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New Zealand Centre for Environmental Law Conference
The University of Auckland Faculty of Law and the New Zealand Centre for Environmental Law (NZCEL) held a conference on property rights and sustainability from 16-18 April 2009 in Auckland, New Zealand.
The conference opened with a public address from Judge Christopher Weeramantry (former Vice President of the International Court of Justice) and featured presentations from a number of prominent scholars and commentators on property rights, sustainability, the environment and resource management.
For more information, visit www.nzcel-conf.auckland.ac.nz
The NZCEL is a specialist centre at the University of Auckland Faculty of Law. Established in 1998 the Centre works with central and local government, environmental and industry groups, practitioners and academic institutions to serve as a focal point for research, education and policy development on a wide range of environmental and resources management law issues, both in New Zealand and internationally. For more information about NZCEL visit www.nzcel.auckland.ac.nz
Environment Institute of Australia & New Zealand (EIANZ)
The essentials for environmental experts
This course for all environmental and legal practitioners was held on 28 and 29 May 2009.
For more information about this certification program, visit www.cenvp.org or contact the organisers: mbairdadmin@wentworthchambers.com.au
Local Climate-Local Climate Change Conference 2010
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The Blue Mountains City Council has great pleasure in inviting you to participate in the Local Climate Local Change Conference 2010. This Conference will be an encompassing forum for climate change adaptation and mitigation actions, attitudes and information that show Australian Frontline Community Action.The Conference is a learning opportunity for all interested climate change practitioners, irrespective of their private or public sector, academic or technical affiliations. It is an opportunity to come together to learn about and exchange views on the efforts of local government in facilitating their community’s readiness for climate change. The Conference be held at the Blue Mountains York Fairmont Resort and will offer ample opportunity for networking with other delegates with a full social program. An innovative exhibition will also offer education and information on new technologies which can assist in reducing carbon emission ensuring our sustainable future. LEARN MOREThe Conference website www.localclimatechangeconference.com will be your gateway to all Conference news and information so make sure you bookmark this site and make sure you stay in the loop.
