Events

Dear GLA Members, Please save the date for the Geelong Law Association’s 2026 annual Deakin Day on 30 October 2026 from 9:00am-4:00pm. The GLA's CPD day will cover all of your core point needs (Ethics, Practice Management, and Professional Skills) and three different substantive law topics. Further details will be circulated shortly. Kind regards, The GLA Committee

Deakin Day - 30 October 2025 Geelong Law Association members are invited to attend our annual Deakin Day! This event gives members the opportunity to obtain their compulsory CPD points in one day for FREE, including the opportunity to network with other members.  📅 Date: Friday, 30 October 2026 ⏰ Time: 9:00AM -4:00PM onwards 📍 Location: D2.193 Percy Baxter Lecture Room, Deakin University, Waterfront Campus Please note updates to the schedule below as at midday on 29 October 2026: Time Topic Presenter Provider CPD Area and Point 8:45 am Welcome and registrations Virginia Beniac-Brooks, Lecturer in Law Jaz Goddard, President Deakin University GLA   9:00 am Recent developments and to the trademark and branding issues for small and medium business clients. Virginia Beniac-Brooks, Lecturer in Law Deakin University Substantive Law - Intellectual Property Law 1 Point 10:00 am Recent Disciplinary Outcomes TBC TBC Ethics and Professional Responsibilities 10:50 am Morning Tea       11:00 am AML: How to stay compliant Krish Partington, AML Compliance & Risk Advisor, Law Institute Victoria   Law Institute of Victoria   Practice Management and Business Skills 1 Point 12:00 PM What High-Performing Teams Do Differently Katie Minogue (former senior lawyer) Leading Teams Professional Skills 1 Point 1:00PM Lunch   Wharf Shed   2:10 PM An overview of the Confiscation Act 1997 and how to manage restraining and forfeiture orders Mitchell King Green’s List Substantive Law - Crime / Commercial 1 Point 3:00 PM Intervention Order Panel (with valuable insights from the Bench, Police and the Bar) His Honour Magistrate Guthrie, Sergeant Horvath, Jessica Willard and Andrea Monteiro (both of Counsel) Magistrates’ Court of Victoria, Victoria Police, Foley’s List Substantive Law - Family Law 1 Point 4:00 PM Closing and farewell Jaz Goddard GLA   This year we will have lunch at the Wharf Shed with pre-ordered meals. Please make sure you chose a selection and add in any dietary requirements when booking a ticket. This event is proudly supported by Stewart Title, Risk Management experts and wonderful permanent sponsors of the GLA.

Please join us for the first GLA Wellbeing Walk and Run along the Barwon River! What is it? Members are invited to walk or run a 5.8km loop along the Barwon River, starting and finishing at Barwon Edge, followed by a FREE coffee and light breakfast. When? 6.45am on Thursday 24 September 2026.   Where? Start and end point is Barwon Edge at 40-70 Windsor Rd, Newtown VIC 3220. Cost? FREE Can I bring my children? Yes! We know it’s school holidays. We invite members to purchase food and drinks for their children on the day.  Can I bring pets? Well-behaved dogs on leads welcome (limited to one per person). RSVP: 17 September 2026. The first 30 registrations get a FREE GLA hat! Please let us know your food order or dietary requirements in your RSVP. Please note that coffees do not need to be pre-ordered.  What to wear and bring? Runners and active wear. Water bottle. Raincoat in the event of wet weather. Mobility: If you have limited mobility or the walk/run is not for you, please feel welcome to come along for conversations, breakfast and coffee. Course: Meeting point for briefing: Barwon Edge – Balyang Room. Course start: Barwon River Walking Track near Barwon Edge. Clockwise along the Barwon River to Princes Bridge (also known as Shannon Avenue Bridge). Cross Princes Bridge. Clockwise along the Barwon River to Queens Park Bridge. Cross Queens Park Bridge. Clockwise return along the Barwon River to Barwon Edge. Photographs: Please note you may be photographed at this event for use in GLA promotions. Please let a GLA committee member know on the day if you do not want your photograph taken.

Motion to Relax: GLA Wellbeing Yoga As part of Wellbeing Month, the Geelong Law Association invites you to take some time out and join us for a relaxing yoga class at Good Folk Yoga. Places are strictly limited, so book early! Date: 17 September 2026 Time: 4.30 pm Location: Good Folk Yoga, 138 Myers Street, Geelong VIC 3220 Yoga mats and props will be provided. Please bring a towel and water bottle. Each participant will also be receiving a coffee voucher to SouthAmerica Coffee Co

Geelong Law Association presents the 2026 Wellbeing Breakfast with keynote speaker Jo Surkitt - Wellness Educator & Holistic Practitioner Date: Thursday 10 September Time: 7am-9am Location: Crowne Plaza Geelong – Waterfront Room Plated breakfast, fruit, pastries and coffee provided

The Deakin Law Students’ Society Geelong (DLSSG), in collaboration with the Geelong Law Association, is excited to invite GLA members to our inaugural networking night! This event is all about breaking down the barriers between law students and legal professionals and creating meaningful connections within the Geelong legal community. Whether you’re a law student looking to meet and learn from practitioners, or a legal professional keen to connect with the next generation of lawyers, we’d love to see you there. 🤝 Come along to: • Connect with law students and legal professionals • Build your professional network • Share experiences and insights • Help foster a stronger, more connected Geelong legal community 📅 Date: Thursday, 27 August 2026 📍 Venue: Crowne Plaza Geelong, Level 10, Skyline Bar, 33 Little Smythe St, Geelong VIC, Australia We look forward to seeing you there!