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Conferences, Professional development workshops, Seminars and Webinars hosted by IRSNSW and IRS Newcastle

Our programs are designed to inform and encourage members and their guests to add to their knowledge and understanding of industrial relations by bringing together representatives of trade unions, employers and Government, the legal profession and academics

Our presenters are leading practitioners in their field who bring their experience and expertise to our members. Their willingness to share their knowledge, debate their views and answer questions is a highlight at each of our events.

Many events are complimentary or at a discounted fee for members.

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ALERA 2026 Discrimination Webinar Series - Discrimination Law in Australia: The Framework, Forums, and Fundamental Concepts

When
15 April 2026

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

Location
Webinar

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ALERA, together with our State and Territory societies, is pleased to present the first of four National professional development masterclasses on Discrimination.

Our Speaker: Chris Ronalds AO, is a Senior Counsel at Frederick Jordan Chambers. Appointed an Officer of the Order of Australia for distinguished service to the law and the legal profession, Chris specialises in discrimination and harassment law, employment law and administrative law.

In session 1 Chris will discuss the Foundations of Australian Discrimination Law, including the Framework, Forums, and Fundamental Concepts.

Hosted by: Fiona Corbett of Industrial Relations Society of NSW. This webinar will feature a live Q&A, giving members the chance to engage directly with leading experts in industrial relations.

When: Wednesday 15 April 2026

Where: Zoom Webinar (Online)

Time: 12.00pm – 1.00pm

Cost: Complimentary for all IRS members nationally

Non-members $40.00

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IRSNSW 2026 Annual Conference

Start
01 May 2026

End
03 May 2026

Location
Novotel Wollongong Northbeach

The Annual Conference provides a chance to disconnect from your day job and connect with industry bright sparks. Following extensive legislative reform over recent years, this conference will consider the human element amidst automation and regulation, while balancing technology with the human-centric focus of workplace culture.

Learn more and register now HERE

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Finnegan Rudd Memorial Luncheon

When
15 May 2026

12:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Location
Noah's on the Beach, Zaara Street, Newcastle

Spaces left
82

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IRS Newcastle Branch

Finnegan Rudd Memorial Luncheon

Date: Friday 15 May 2026

Time: 12.00pm - 3.00pm

Venue: Noah's on the Beach, Newcastle

INTRODUCING OUR KEYNOTE SPEAKER

Elise Delpiano, National Legal Officer of the Mining and Energy Union (MEU)

Elise Delpiano is a National Legal Officer at the Mining and Energy Union. An experienced employment and industrial relations lawyer, she has led the MEU’s landmark Same Job, Same Pay case against BHP’s in-house labour hire arm Operations Services and several other Same Job, Same Pay cases in the Fair Work Commission. She assists MEU members with a wide range of employment and industrial relations matters, including in the Commission and Courts.

Prior to her role at the MEU, Elise led the Health Services Union’s Aged Care Work Value Case which resulted in increases to minimum award wages of up to 28.5% for aged care workers. She was also Associate to (now) President Hatcher of the Fair Work Commission.

For any enquiries, please email newcastle@irsnsw.org.au

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