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Conferences, Professional development workshops, Seminars and Webinars hosted by irsnsw.

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. Recent Keynote Speakers have included:

    • Commissioner Janine Webster - NSW IRC
    • Tim Mc Donald - Partner - Moray and Agnew
    • Luis Izzo Managing Director – ABLA
    • Deputy President Peter Sams - Fair Work Commission
    • Gerard Dwyer - National Secretary-Treasurer - Shop, Distributive and Allied Employee's Association
    • Senator the Hon Amanda Stoker - Assistant Minister to the Attorney-General, Assistant Minister for Industrial Relations and Assistant Minister for Women

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


Upcoming Events in NSW

    • 10 Apr 2024
    • 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM
    • Cowell Clarke Commercial Lawyers Level 2, 50 Pitt Street
    Register

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    The Right to Disconnect


    Onsite and remote (via Microsoft Teams) attendance options available.Join us for a thought-provoking exploration of the latest in workplace legislation. Delve into the nuances of the new amendments to the Fair Work Act with esteemed experts:


    Professor Chris Wright from the University of Sydney,





    Matthew Robinson from Citation Legal Group, and





    Adrian Catt from Professionals Australia.




    In this dynamic twilight session we will uncover the merits and implications of the Right to Disconnect, shedding light on its potential impact on modern work practices. Don't miss this opportunity to gain valuable insights and engage in meaningful discourse with senior practitioners. Join us as we navigate the evolving landscape of industrial relations and the future of work together.

    5.30 pm Registration and Refreshments

    6pm Presentations and Discussions

    7.30 pm Networking and Refreshments

    On site - places are limited and members are advised to book early.

    Participants attending online will be sent the link 24 hours prior to the event

    • 03 May 2024
    • 9:30 AM
    • 05 May 2024
    • NOVOTEL HOTEL, WOLLONGONG


    Book Now   Please note that this link will take you to the Humantix site where you can complete your registration. Full details of accommodation options and costs will be detailed there.

    Take a look at the program

    NB - There is a change to the format for our program in 2024. Our gala dinner with the fabulous Atlas Band will be held on Friday night. The Year in Review, presented by Dilan Mahendra to be held on Saturday night.

    Speakers include:


    Professor Johanna MacneilCentre for Organisations and Social Change, RMIT University - confirmed




    Anna BoothFair Work Ombudsman - confirmed




    Joe Murphy: Director, Cowell Clarke  - confirmed





    Ian Latham: Barrister Denman Chambers - confirmed 




    Hon Sophie Cotsis MPNSW Minister for Industrial Relations - confirmed




    Christa Lenard: Partner: Partner, Kingston Reid, President irsnsw - confirmed




    Veronica Black - Lead Professional Officer – WHS, Professional Services, NSW Nurses & Midwives’ Association - confirmed




    Michael Kaine - National Secretary, Transport Workers Union - confirmed





    Dilan Mahendra  - Barrister - confirmed





    Adam Dansie: Director Workforce & Legal at Local Government NSW - confirmed





    Luis Izzo: Managing Director – Sydney Workplace, Australian Business Lawyers & Advisors - confirmed




    Associate Professor Tess Hardy: Co-Director of the Centre for Employment and Labour Relations Law, University of Melbourne Law School - confirmed




    Thomas Costa: Assistant Secretary, Unions NSW - confirmed




    Commissioner Alana Matheson: Fair Work Commission - confirmed





    Chief Commissioner Nichola Constant: NSW Industrial Relations Commission - confirmed




    Troy Wright - Assistant General Secretary, Public Service Association of NSW - confirmed



    Full details of the program click here

    Book Now

    • 24 May 2024
    • 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
    • Noah's on the Beach, Zaara Street, Newcastle
    • 92
    Register

    IRS Newcastle Branch

    Finnegan Rudd Memorial Luncheon

    Date: Friday 24 May 2024

    Time: 12.00pm - 3.00pm

    Venue: Noah's on the Beach, Newcastle

    INTRODUCING OUR KEYNOTE SPEAKER 

    Anna Booth, Fair Work Ombudsman

    Under the Fair Work Act 2009, Anna is responsible for promoting harmonious, productive, cooperative and compliant workplace relations.

    Anna has extensive and diverse experience in industrial relations spanning more than 45 years, working with unions, private, and public sectors. Anna was most recently Director of CoSolve Pty Ltd. She returned to CoSolve in 2020 after serving as a Deputy President of the Fair Work Commission for 8 years. Before her appointment to the Fair Work Commission, Anna combined her CoSolve directorship with non-executive directorships of ME Bank and IFM and was the non-executive chair of Slater & Gordon Ltd.

    Anna spent much of her early career in the union movement. She was the National Secretary of the Textile, Clothing and Footwear Union of Australia and a Vice President of the Australian Council of Trade Unions.

    Anna has also been Vice President Corporate Affairs at Sydney Harbour Casino and a lecturer at the Macquarie Graduate School of Management and the Australian Institute of Management. She has served on the boards of Commonwealth Bank of Australia, the Sydney Organising Committee for the Olympic Games and NRMA Ltd.

    Anna is an accredited mediator under the National Mediator Accreditation System. She holds a Bachelor of Economics (Hons) from the University of Sydney and is the patron of the Industrial Relations Society of NSW.


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

    *Booking terms and conditions apply

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