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| | Children's Court of Victoria Centenary Exhibition
This exhibition prepared in 2006, the court's centenary year, explores the fascinating history of this specialised court and of children's experience of the criminal justice and welfare systems. Recent developments and changes in the treatment of children are also explained. FREE www.childrenscourt.vic.gov.au | Children's Court of Victoria 477 Lt Lonsdale St Melbourne |
| | Court Art Walk & Melbourne's Legal Precinct Map
Pick up your free tour booklet covering the art and architecture of the Children's, County, Federal and Magistrates' Courts and proceed to tour in your own time! Also get a free illustrated map of Melbourne’s legal landmarks, describing the history,
functions, and architecture of each of our most remarkable sites. FREE http://www.victorialaw.org.au/bookshop.asp | Information Victoria 505 Lt Collins St Melbourne |
| | Jury Service Exhibition
Find out what to expect if you are called for jury service. This colourful exhibition looks at jury service from a historical, contemporary and future perspective and the representation of juries in popular culture. FREE www.countycourt.vic.gov.au | County Court of Victoria 250 William St Melbourne |
| | Public Library Displays
Displays of legal resources and a range of free legal information brochures in libraries throughout the state. FREE | |
| | Women Barristers Then and Now Exhibition
Tracks key developments in the history of women barristers in Victoria, providing highlights of their personal experiences, challenges, significant achievements and contributions to the legal profession. This exhibition will move to Storey Hall RMIT on 13 May for the Careers in Law Expo FREE www.vicbar.com.au/wba | Supreme Court of Victoria 210 William St Melbourne |
| Monday 11 May
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| 1000 | Victoria Police Museum
From the largest collection of Kelly Gang armour in Australia, Exhibition of Crime Scene Photographs to the latest CSI Forensic Technologies the Musuem presents the visitor with an intriguing insight into the rich and diverse history of Victoria Police. Open Mon-Fri 10am-4pm Group bookings tel 9247 5214 FREE www.police.vic.gov.au/museum | Victoria Police Museum, Galleria Level, World Trade Centre Northbank (Enter via Siddeley St) 637 Flinders St Melbourne |
| Tuesday 12 May
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| 0900 | Frankston Law Courts tours
Tours of the Court building including Courtrooms and facilities. Groups will be addressed by a Registrar and then by a Magistrate where they will learn about the operations and jurisdiction of the Magistrates’ Court.
Booking essential 9784 5744
FREE www.magistratescourt.vic.gov.au | Frankston Law Courts 15 Fletcher Rd Frankston |
| 1000 | Protecting the rights of people with a decision-making disability
Office of the Public Advocate workshop for Health and Community Care Workers to explore practice issues related to autonomy, advocacy, risk and rights, guardianship and administration 10am – 2.30pm. Lunch included. Places limited. Bookings essential 9603 9566 Special Law Week price $25 www.publicadvocate.vic.gov.au | Office of the Public Advocate, Level 5, 436 Lonsdale St Melbourne |
| 1000 | Victoria Police Museum
From the largest collection of Kelly Gang armour in Australia, Exhibition of Crime Scene Photographs to the latest CSI Forensic Technologies the Musuem presents the visitor with an intriguing insight into the rich and diverse history of Victoria Police. Open Mon-Fri 10am-4pm Group bookings tel 9247 5214 FREE www.police.vic.gov.au/museum | Victoria Police Museum, Galleria Level, World Trade Centre Northbank (Enter via Siddeley St) 637 Flinders St Melbourne |
| 1030 | Safeguarding your savings
As people age many will seek assistance from family and others with the management of money and assets. This may include help with managing and selling property, paying bills, banking or providing money for shopping. This workshop for older Victorians will cover safeguards that can be put in place to protect their finances and assets. FREE www.cotavic.org.au/seniors_rights_victoria | Melbourne eastern suburb yet to be confirmed |
| 1800 | Law Week Oration
Hosted by Victoria Law Foundation and Melbourne Law School with distinguished orator to be confirmed. FREE www.victorialaw.org.au/lawweek/oration.asp | Melbourne Law School 185 Pelham St Carlton |
| Wednesday 13 May
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| 0900 | Frankston Law Courts tours
Tours of the Court building including Courtrooms and facilities. Groups will be addressed by a Registrar and then by a Magistrate where they will learn about the operations and jurisdiction of the Magistrates’ Court.
Booking essential 9784 5744
FREE www.magistratescourt.vic.gov.au | Frankston Law Courts 15 Fletcher Rd Frankston |
| 1000 | Victoria Police Museum
From the largest collection of Kelly Gang armour in Australia, Exhibition of Crime Scene Photographs to the latest CSI Forensic Technologies the Musuem presents the visitor with an intriguing insight into the rich and diverse history of Victoria Police. Open Mon-Fri 10am-4pm Group bookings tel 9247 5214 FREE www.police.vic.gov.au/museum | Victoria Police Museum, Galleria Level, World Trade Centre Northbank (Enter via Siddeley St) 637 Flinders St Melbourne |
| 1030 | Older Residents & the Law
Rob Phillips, a solicitor, barrister, elder law consultant, and author of the book 'Older Residents & the Law' (published by Victoria Law Foundation) will present this 'Need to Know' information session on your legal rights regarding accommodation & care options in Victoria. FREE www.cotavic.org.au/seniors | COTA meeting room, 4th Floor, Block Arcade, 98 Elizabeth St Melbourne |
| 1630 | Careers in Law Expo
Interested in pursuing a career in the Law? Want to know more about working in the legal industry? What different jobs involve? Come to the careers expo sponsored by the Law Institute of Victoria and RMIT University to hear a range of speakers and talk with staff from education and training organisations. Bookings essential contact Leanne Newson tel 9607 9468 or email lnewson@liv.asn.au FREE | RMIT, Storey Hall, 342 Swanston St Melbourne |
| 1800 | Great Law Week Debate
Witness two teams of internationally respected Monash Law graduates debate a highly topical current issue FREE www.law.monash.edu.au | CBD venue to be confirmed |
| Thursday 14 May
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| 1000 | Victoria Police Museum
From the largest collection of Kelly Gang armour in Australia, Exhibition of Crime Scene Photographs to the latest CSI Forensic Technologies the Musuem presents the visitor with an intriguing insight into the rich and diverse history of Victoria Police. Open Mon-Fri 10am-4pm Group bookings tel 9247 5214 FREE www.police.vic.gov.au/museum | Victoria Police Museum, Galleria Level, World Trade Centre Northbank (Enter via Siddeley St) 637 Flinders St Melbourne |
| 1030 | Safeguarding your savings
As people age many will seek assistance from family and others with the management of money and assets. This may include help with managing and selling property, paying bills, doing the banking or providing money for shopping. This workshop for older Victorians will cover safeguards that can be put in place to protect finances and assets. FREE www.cotavic.org.au/seniors_rights_victoria | Council on the Ageing (COTA) 4/98 Elizabeth St,
Melbourne |
| 1400 | Enduring Powers of Attorney Seminar
Office of the Public Advocate seminar led by Advocate/Guardian. Includes DVD explaining what to do now to prepare for the future. 2 - 4pm places limited. Bookings essential 9603 9566 FREE www.publicadvocate.vic.gov.au | Office of the Public Advocate, Level 5, 436 Lonsdale St Melbourne |
| 1400 | Victoria Legal Aid Law Week Seminar
Hosted by Victoria Legal Aid from 2pm - 5pm. Inquiries to Erin Wilkinson tel 9269 0562 FREE | |
| 1800 | Animal Law 101
A collaboration between Lawyers for Animals and PALS@PILCH to provide an introduction to animal law. A panel of guest speakers will explore a range of questions, including: what is animal law? What are the current issues? How might animals be better protected by the law? $5 www.lawyersforanimals.org.au | To be confirmed |
| Friday 15 May
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| 1000 | Victoria Police Museum
From the largest collection of Kelly Gang armour in Australia, Exhibition of Crime Scene Photographs to the latest CSI Forensic Technologies the Musuem presents the visitor with an intriguing insight into the rich and diverse history of Victoria Police. Open Mon-Fri 10am-4pm Group bookings tel 9247 5214 FREE www.police.vic.gov.au/museum | Victoria Police Museum, Galleria Level, World Trade Centre Northbank (Enter via Siddeley St) 637 Flinders St Melbourne |
| Saturday 16 May
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| 0900 | Courts Open Day
Visit one or more courts on the same day ***Supreme Court 10am-12pm
***County Court from 9am-12pm What is a 'smart court'? What happens in the Koori Court? How did Tipstaves get that name? Find out what it's like to be on a jury panel and the how the jury system works.
***Melbourne Magistrates' Court 10am-12pm
***Children's Court 12pm-1pm FREE www.supremecourt.vic.gov.au, www.countycourt.vic.gov.au, www.magistratescourt.vic.gov.au, www.childrenscourt.vic.gov.au | Supreme, County and Magistrates’ Courts cnr William and Lonsdale Sts Melbourne, Children's Court 477 Lt Lonsdale St Melbourne |
| 1400 | Law Makers & Law Breakers at Melb Cemetery
Helen Harris OAM of Melbourne Cemetery Tours leads this fascinating tour of Melbourne General Cemetery, looking at some of the many people associated with the law, in one way or the other! Bookings essential 9890 9288 $20 or $15 concession www.tinyurl.com/327oup | Melbourne General Cemetery, College Cres, Carlton
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| Sunday 17 May
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| 1100 | The Tragic '20s tour of Cheltenham Pioneer Cemetery
The 1920s was an era of unparalleled tragedy in Melbourne. The function of the Coroner was to inquire into these tragic deaths making a fascinating tour of the historic Cheltenham Pioneer Cemetery featuring those who lost their lives in the tragic '20s. Bookings essential 5420 7671 or online $10 inc refreshments www.focrc.org/tours.htm | Cheltenham Pioneer Cemetery, Charman Rd, Cheltenham (opp Cheltenham Railway Station) |
| 1400 | Brighton General Cemetery Tour
Brighton Cemetorians will lead you to the graves of persons involved with ‘Upholding the Law’, victims of some fascinating crimes and tragedies and the notorious Squizzy Taylor Non Members $10, Members $8 www.brightoncemetorians.org | Brighton General Cemetery cnr North & Hawthorn Rds Caulfield Sth (meet inside North Rd gates) |
| 1400 | The Trials of Ned Kelly - St Kilda Cemetery Tour
Conducted by Friends of St Kilda Cemetery Inc, this tour will focus on the life and death of the infamous Ned Kelly. $10 inc refreshments www.foskc.org | St Kilda Cemetery, cnr Dandenong Rd & Hotham St, St Kilda East (meet at Dandenong Rd entrance) |
| To be confirmed
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| | 6 May Victoria Law Foundation Legal Reporting Awards Presentation
Entry for these prestigious awards close 26 Feb 09. The awards presentation is an INVITATION ONLY event. Inquiries Joady Donovan 9604 8155. Since 1998 these awards have recognised legal journalism at its best and testify to the professional skills of journalists covering the courts and legal issues in Victoria. www.victorialaw.org.au/legal_reporting_awards.asp | To be confirmed |
| | Enduring Powers of Attorney - Talk Back Radio
Talk Back Radio discussion of Enduring Powers of Attorney for the General Public. Interview with Advocate/Guardian FREE www.publicadvocate.vic.org.au | Radio Station and program to be confirmed |
| | Vicdeaf Your Rights at Work
Panel discussion with details yet to be confirmed FREE www.vicdeaf.com.au | Vicdeaf, JML Centre, 3/340 Albert St, East Melbourne |
| 0700 | Women in the Law Breakfast
Having grown since 2003 to become one of the highlight events of Law Week, this breakfast promotes the achievements of women in the legal community and provides a networking opportunity for students and legal professionals. Cost to be confirmed approx. $30 http://www.vwlsc.org/wl_index.htm | CBD venue to be confirmed |
| 1300 | Career Paths of Women in the Law
Victorian Women Lawyers in celebrating the achievements of women in the law, present three inspiring women with successful legal careers. A light hearted and informative discussion will ensue, with a sharing of experiences and tips for those similarly aspiring to a brilliant career in law. Bookings essential, details coming soon. 1 - 2pm FREE www.vwl.asn.au | CBD venue to be confirmed |
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