| All week
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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 |
| 1800 | The death penalty in the Asia-Pacific
A panel of speakers will present their knowledge and experience of death penalty cases in the Asia-Pacific and Australia's involvment and complicity in such cases. FREE www.pilch.org.au | To be confirmed |
| 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 |
| 1430 | Broadmeadows Magistrates' Court
Tour and talk with Magistrate Robert Kumar and Senior Registrar Rick Roberts, for further information tel Rick Roberts 9221 8900
FREE www.magistratescourt.vic.gov.au | Broadmeadows Magistrates’ Court, cnr Pearcedale and Dimboola Rds Broadmeadows
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| 1730 | Ringwood Court Information Evening
This will be a great opportunity for those interested in a career in the Department of Justice to talk to people from Courts, Sheriffs and Community Corrections about their jobs. There will also be information available regarding what to do if you've been charged with an offence, how to get your driver's licence back after a drink driving offence, and much more! 5.30pm-8.30pm Inquiries: Colin Lavars 0407 098 249 or Rob Allen 9871 4409 Bookings not necessary FREE | Ringwood Magistrates' Court, 39 Ringwood St, Ringwood
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| 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 | Paralegal Careers Forum
Victoria University and the Law Institute of Victoria are hosting a forum for Years 10-12 featuring a wide range of speakers from the legal profession discussing paralegal careers 10am -1pm. Inquiries 9919 8804 or email admin.legal@vu.edu.au FREE | Victoria University, Sunshine Convention Centre, 460 Ballarat Rd Sunshine |
| 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 |
| 1300 | Sort It! - mobile phone and credit card debts
Workshop for VCE students using role plays to explore “Alternative Dispute Resolution”. Case studies based on real disputes brought by young consumers to the Ombudsman. Stories concern mobile phones and credit cards and highlight the dangers of falling into debt. Includes free copy of ‘Sort It!’ publication. 1pm-2.15pm Bookings essential tel 9613 7342 FREE www.fos.org.au | State Library Theatrette, Swanston St (enter from LaTrobe St), Melbourne |
| 1430 | Out of Prison, Out of Work: Criminal records and what they mean for employment
VACRO presents a panel session which will provide insight into the use of criminal record checks and how this potentially affects employment. The panel will discuss a series of issues relating to criminal record checks with implications for law makers, employees and employers. This panel will run from 2.30pm - 4.30pm FREE www.vacro.org.au | Neighbourhood Justice Centre, 241 Wellington St Collingwood |
| 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 | |
| 1430 | Broadmeadows Magistrates' Court
Tour and talk with Magistrate Robert Kumar and Senior Registrar Rick Roberts, for further information tel Rick Roberts 9221 8900
FREE www.magistratescourt.vic.gov.au | Broadmeadows Magistrates’ Court, cnr Pearcedale and Dimboola Rds Broadmeadows
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| 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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| 0730 | PILCH Walk For Justice 2009
In conjunction with the London Legal Walk and QPILCH and PIAC NSW, PILCH Vic. will again host the 2009 Walk for Justice. Following the official opening of the Walk on the steps of Parliament at 7.30am, our patrons will lead participants along the Yarra River and through the legal precinct to finish in the in the shadow of the High Court of Australia. At the finish line there will be breakfast for all participants to enjoy before heading into the office. 1hr duration. The Walk will raise money for PILCH and its various public interest schemes. Cost to be confirmed www.pilch.org.au | Melbourne City |
| 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
Supreme Court
10am - 1pm: Open for inspection. Meet a judge and other court officers who will answer questions and welcome visitors through the courtrooms and elegant domed library. Dungeon Tours every half hour limited to 9 visitors per tour, bookings available on day.
Also on show: Supreme Court Exhibition and Women Barristers in Victoria – then & now Exhibition
County Court
10am-11am: Meet the Juries Commissioner who will explain the jury process and empanel a jury (1/2hr) Mock Trial with a judge explaining how the court works (1/2hr)
11am-12pm: Meet Judge Lawson who will explain how a Koori Court works (1/2hr)
Meet the Juries Commissioner who will explain the jury process and empanel a jury (1/2hr)
Also on show: Jury Service Exhibition
Magistrates' Court
10am-11am: Mock Hearing explaining how the court works including cells tour (3/4hr) Meet Chief Magistrate Ian Gray who will award the winners of the Law Week School Poster Competition (1/4hr)
11am-12pm: Mock Hearing explaining how the court works including cells tour (3/4hr)
Also on show: 170th Anniversary Exhibition and School Poster Competition Exhibition
Children's Court
12pm-1pm: Meet the President, Judge Paul Grant who will explain how this court works in sentencing young offenders, including cells tour (3/4hr)
Also on show: Children's Court of Victoria Centenary Exhibition 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 |
| 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 |
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