Articled clerkships available at Slee Anderson & Pidgeon, Bunbury

Slee Anderson & Pidgeon are seeking one or two articled clerks to join their ranks at the commencement of the New Year. Their location is in Bunbury. More information about the firm can be found at www.sleeanderson.com.au

If you are interested in working at Slee Anderson & Pidgeon, please contact:

Alec Levy
Practice Administrator
Slee Anderson & Pidgeon
T: (08) 97 920 920
F: (08) 97 211 271
E: alec.levy@sleeanderson.com.au

We have just confirmed the date and location for this years National Conference on Australian Prison Issues. The conference will be held on Tuesday 9th November in conjunction with the University of New South Wales from 8.30am to 5pm in the Law Building on the Kensington Campus in Sydney. The conference is supported by the Australian Prisons Project.

This years theme is ‘Changing Minds, Changing Lives’. We are currently finalising the speakers and agenda.

For more information about this event please go to www.prisonissuesconference.webs.com . This year you can make a payment online to reserve your place using PayPal. You can also pay by cheque or money order to Australian Prison Foundation, PO Box 490, Chadstone, VIC 3148 and include your email address, a contact telephone number and your postal address. The cost of the conference is Adults $70, Concession $35, Students $25 which includes a light lunch, we look forward to seeing you there.

Many thanks, Miriam

The Australian Prison Foundation is a non profit organisation dedicated to providing assistance to those touched by prisons in Australia.
www.australianprisonfoundation.webs.com
www.nationalprisonbookprogram.webs.com

Interested in finding out more about Student Exchange?

The next deadline for applications is Friday 17th December (for exchange in Semester 2, 2011) so come along to a helpful info session and talk to a friendly Exchange Adviser, as well as your Faculty’s Academic Student Adviser & get all the info you need about studying abroad in 2011 or beyond!

LAW
12.00 – 12.45pm, Wednesday 8th Sept
Law LT

The UWA Student Exchange programme offers you an opportunity to experience this and a great deal more! You can choose to study at one of over 101 partner Universities in 21 countries for one or two semesters and receive credit towards your UWA degree at the same time!

For more info check out: http://www.international.uwa.edu.au/studentnet/exchange

What: A conversation with Afghan human rights activist Suraya Pakzad
When: Thursday 9 September, 12.00pm
Where: E-Moot Court

Want to know what is REALLY going on in Afghanistan?

Daily reports from Afghanistan focus on the climbing death toll of NATO forces and the deteriorating security situation, but what is the reality on the ground for civilians nearly nine years after the overthrow of the Taliban?

Thanks to support from Amnesty International, renowned Afghan human rights activist Suraya Pakzad is flying directly from her work with remote Afghan women to speak to Australian audiences.

Named among Time Magazine’s “100 most influential people of 2009″, Ms Pakzad will speak about her ongoing work with Afghanistan’s most disadvantaged women in villages, prisons and shelters; where today young women continue to be jailed for adultery if they complain to the authorities of being raped.

She will talk about the extraordinary obstacles she faces on a daily basis and how the position of Afghan women has not significantly progressed since foreign intervention. Ms Pakzad also raises questions about how the international community can engage on a more equitable and effective level with the people of Afghanistan.

Come along to the E-Moot Court to hear Ms Pakzad on Thursday 9 September at noon for an event hosted by reporter Sophie McNeill, who has documented Ms Pakzad’s work in Afghanistan for SBS television?s Dateline program.

We’ve got another set of careers seminars for you in the next few weeks.  These seminars will be taken by two leading practical legal training (PLT) providers.  They both perform a similar function but offer very different services.

Anyone who is thinking about an alternative method to getting admitted or just wants to get their head around articles, PLT and the ins and outs of actually being recognised as a lawyer I’d strongly suggest you get along to the presentations by:

College of Laws – Tuesday 7 September Emoot at 1pm
ANU Legal Workshop – Thursday 9 September Emoot at 1pm

Catering will be provided after each session.

Please RSVP to Brandd03@student.uwa.edu.au as places are limited.

Begin your career with us!
Consumer Protection Division, Department of Commerce

Are you :

• A graduate in these areas of study: law, legal studies, economics, commerce, economics or accountancy?
• Enthusiastic about making a difference to your community and at the same time working in a challenging job and dynamic environment?

If you answered YES to these questions, please apply for a Graduate position with Consumer Protection being advertised NOW on the WA Government Jobs Board.

Graduate Officer x 3 Positions
18 month Contract

Law Clerk (Graduate position) x 1 Position
12 month contract

Note the Law Clerk position is restricted to Law graduates who may choose to apply for both the Law Clerk position and the Graduate Officer positions.

Applications are invited for the position of Associate to the Hon Justice Allanson of the Supreme Court of Western Australia.

The length of tenure for this position is 12 months (January 2011 – January 2012).

The successful applicant must be able to attend the Associates’ Induction Programme to be conducted from Monday, 3 January 2011 to Friday, 7 January 2011.

Prospective applicants should possess the following attributes:

• A high level of academic achievement;
• Outstanding research and analytical skills;
• Excellent verbal, interpersonal and written communication skills; and
• Editorial skills are an advantage

If you wish to apply for this position, your application should include a covering letter, curriculum vitae and a certified copy of your current academic transcript. Please send applications by post to:

Ms Melissa De Abreu
Associate to the Hon Justice Allanson
Supreme Court of Western Australia
Stirling Gardens
Barrack Street
PERTH WA 6000
Ph: (08) 9421 5344

APPLICATIONS CLOSE NOON, WEDNESDAY 8 SEPTEMBER 2010
(late applications will not be considered)

The Blackstone Society is calling for applications from students interested in participating in the 2010 LexisNexis Constitutional Law Moot.

1. LexisNexis Constitutional Law Moot

The LexisNexis Constitutional Law Moot is a prestigious national mooting competition open to Australian law students. Hosted by the Isaacs Law Society at the University of Canberra, the competition will take place from Thursday 30 September to Sunday 3 October 2010. The final of the competition will be presided over by the Hon Chief Justice Robert French and held in Courtroom 1 at the High Court of Australia. The subject matter of the competition primarily deals with Australian Constitutional Law.

2. Funding

Clayton Utz has generously provided the Blackstone Society with a Competitions Fund which we will use to fund two or three students to compete in the Moot. The fund is worth $2000. The Moot registration cost is $600 per team (of two or three) and includes accommodation, most meals, transfers and some entertainment. Therefore there will be $1400 remaining to cover mooters’ flights to and from Canberra and other expenses. Applicants must be prepared to incur some costs themselves. Successful applicants can of course fundraise, and seek further financial assistance from the University.

3. The Application Process

Students must have completed Constitutional Law 1 or equivalent to be eligible to apply. Written applications must be submitted by Monday 30 August at 5.00pm. Applications must be submitted:

1. In hard copy to the Law Faculty Office, addressed to “Henny Smith, Blackstone President”; AND 2. In electronic form to competitions@blackstone.asn.au, with the subject line “Application: LexisNexis Constitutional Law Moot”

Applications must comprise:

1. A cover letter
2. A CV
3. An academic transcript

Your cover letter should:

1. Include your name, contact details and year level 2. Detail your experience studying Constitutional Law 3. Detail your mooting experience 4. Detail any research experience 5. Explain why you want to participate in the LexisNexis Constitutional Law Moot

A panel of three faculty members (Greg Carne, Richard Hooker and Hugo Leith) will assess the written applications. No interviews will be conducted.

4. Further important information

The LexisNexis Constitutional Law Moot is very competitive and provides a unique opportunity to apply your knowledge of Constitutional Law in front of high-quality judges and against the best and brightest students from other universities. It is a very prestigious competition, and as such the Blackstone Society wants to send the students with the best possible chance of successfully representing the UWA Law School. As a guide, students are advised that they will need to devote approximately two weeks prior to September 30 preparing for the Moot. The mooting problem is traditionally complex and deals with several issues relating to Australian Constitutional Law. Therefore, before submitting an application, make sure that you will have the time to devote to the competition at this time of semester.

Any questions or for further information please contact Blackstone Competitions Officers Joey Leith and Jessie Smith at competitions@blackstone.asn.au

Regards,

The Blackstone Society

Expressions of interest are sought from students who are available to carry out paralegal and clerkship duties for a legal practice (preferably on a part-time or casual basis).

The paralegal role involves working under A.J Aristei, Barrister/Solicitor, on tasks including:

• Legal research on a range of subjects;
• Assisting with the preparation of court submissions;
• Preparation of client invoices;
• Dictation of letters, emails and letters of opinion;
• as well as a range of other ad hoc duties (anything from organizing social events to ordering stationery).

Interested persons should send their details and resume (preferably by email or fax) to:

Ms Xinhe Tan, Articled Clerk
Australian Law & Research Institute Pty Ltd
Level 4, Irwin Chambers
16 Irwin Street, Perth 6000
Ph: (08) 9221 8337
Fax: (08) 9221 8336
Email: aristei@iinet.net.au

What: “Ambition, meet Altruism: An introduction to how you can start a movement to solve the big issues in our world”
When: 6:00pm Wednesday, August 18th
Where: Mantra on Murray Conference Room 2, 305 Murray Street, Perth
Cost: Free! (To confirm your attendance email rsvp@teachforaustralia.org or contact 1300 832 832 by Monday 16 August)

Teach for Australia invites you to attend “Ambition, meet Altruism: An introduction to how you can start a movement to solve the big issues in our world” this coming Wednesday, August 18th.

Teach For Australia is an innovative not-for-profit organisation working to confront educational disadvantage in Australia by transforming outstanding graduates into exceptional teachers and inspirational leaders. Our vision is of an Australia where all children have excellent education opportunities

Throughout the program Associates receive training, support and networking opportunities designed to prepare them for leadership roles beyond the classroom that will impact education, business and society.

This inspirational evening is for students and graduates from any and every field who are interested in becoming Teach for Australia Associates; high-achievers who teach for two years in a disadvantaged school where their energy, enthusiasm and drive can help positively impact the lives of their students.

Learn more about social entrepreneurship and be inspired by Teach for Australia CEO and founder, Melodie Potts-Rosevear, who will present on “Ambition, meet Altruism: An introduction to how you can start a movement to solve the big issues in our world”.

Get informed about the most life-changing graduate program in Australia and meet other amazing students and graduates from a wide range of disciplines.

So you think you can Teach for Australia?

Aherns Legal have a part time position (2 days/week) available. Aherns Legal is a busy commercial legal firm with offices located in the heart of Fremantle overlooking the cappuccino strip.

The position will see the successful applicant carrying out various tasks on commercial litigation files including research, drafting advice, etc.

Applications in writing by email to ahern@iinet.net.au. More details available by telephone to 9335 8888.

What: An Evening with the Profession III – Government and Community Legal Services
When: Wednesday 25 August 2010 from 7pm
Where: Moot Court

“An Evening with the Profession” is a seminar series that is aimed at getting distinguished speakers from various practice areas down to talk to students.  Speakers will be discussing what they get up to day to day, how they came to be in their position and any advice they have for anyone considering their line of work.  Each speaker will talk for 15 minutes, with an opportunity to follow up with speakers over a glass or two of wine afterwards.

The next evening with the profession will be themed non-commercial careers and feature the following speakers:

+  Matthew Keogh Commonwealth DPP

+  Andrew Robson Legal Aid

+  Madge Mukund Aboriginal Legal Service

Get along to the Moot Court August 25 at 7pm to hear about what they get up to day-to-day, how they came to be in their current roles and the best career advice they can give to anyone looking to follow in their footsteps.

Drinks and nibbles provided.

Please note that the last few evenings have been very well attended and places are limited so please RSVP to brandd03@student.uwa.edu.au as soon as possible.

What: Clayton Utz Interview Do’s and Don’ts
When: Wednesday 18 August 2010, 1-2pm
Where: Law Lecture Theatre

Clayton Utz will be talking about interview techniques.

Your application might’ve gotten you in the door but if you bomb the interview it’ll all have been for nothing, learn the Do’s and Don’ts of this vital skill.

What: DLA Phillips Fox ‘Life as a Corporate Lawyer’
When: Tuesday 17 August 2010, 12-1pm
Where: Economics Conference Room

DLA Phillips Fox will be down to talk about”what life’s like as a corporate lawyer”.

Catering will be provided afterwards.

What: Mallesons Stephen Jaques Managing Partners Chat
When: Monday 16 August 2010, 12-1pm
Where: Economics Conference Room

Mallesons Stephen Jaques will have their MANAGING PARTNERS down to talk to students and answer any questions that you have.

This is an invaluable opportunity to learn from some of the greatest commercial lawyers in the country.

There will be a free BBQ afterwards.

Minjar Gold Pty Ltd, an emerging Gold Mining company, is looking for a Documentation Administrator to fill a newly created part-time position. In this role you will be responsible for reviewing and collating all of the Company’s general contracts, as well as developing, managing and maintaining a contracts register.

The successful candidate will have the following job responsibilities:

• Organise, track and maintain versions of all operational documentation
• Create and implement a contracts register
• Manage documentation in accordance with standards
• Maintain required Audit records

To be successful in this role you will have the following skills:

• Consultation skills – ability to liaise at all levels with clients and management
• Advanced Customer Service skills
• Sound knowledge of MS Office and good practice
• Sound people skills and the ability to develop and maintain relationships at all levels
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Time management and organisational skills
• Negotiation and facilitation skills
• Attention to detail
• Documentation Administration

Qualifications

• Second or Third year Tertiary Law student

This PT position will be approximately 1 day per week located in the Head Office in West Perth. The hours for this position are extremely flexible and will be discussed in more detail with the successful applicant.

If this sounds like you, please email your updated CV with a short cover letter to recruitment@minjargold.com.au

** Registrations for UNYA’s first tertiary conference, National Youth Summit has been extended to September 10 – don’t miss out as a delegate!

Please be advised the General Sir John Monash Awards are now open for application.  These awards are the most prestigious Australian scholarships available offering $150,000 tax free over 3 years to study anywhere in the world.   Applications close 31st August, more information below and on the website:

http://www.monashawards.org

FACT SHEET -  THE AWARDS

Purpose:

• The Awards are to develop Australia?s future leaders.
• They recognise and promote excellence in scholarship and leadership.
• They assist in the education of outstanding young Australian achievers at the best universities overseas.
• They enable the formation of global networks by Australia?s future leaders.
• The Awards are Australia?s equivalent of prestigious scholarships offered by other countries.

About the Awards:

• Each Award provides up to $150,000 (Australian income tax exempt) over three years.
• Awards support study for a degree of PhD, DPhil or equivalent or to a relevant professional Masters Degree at universities, which are the best in the field.
• Eight Awards are made annually – forty eight Awards have been made to date.

Selection criteria:

The Awards are open to Australian citizens of any age or gender with:

• Outstanding intellect, including academic achievement;
• Demonstrated leadership qualities and potential;
• Altruism, demonstrated through community service; and
• Integrity and excellent presentation and communication skills.

In their careers, Award Winners are expected to make a significant contribution to Australia.

The Award Winners are chosen on a national basis by a National Awards Committee. Applicants are interviewed and short-listed first by State and Territory Panels, chaired by current or retired Vice-Chancellors. The Committee and Panels include academic, business and community leaders.

Jo Francis
Graduate Research School
Ph: 6488 8148
Mailbox: M358

UWA Guild (and the Cancer Council of WA) are holding a Relay for Life @ UWA on the weekend of Saturday 16^th October – Sunday 17^th October 2010 (12noon til 12noon).

Cancer Council’s Relay For Life is more than just a fundraiser. It is an opportunity to get together with your community and celebrate cancer survivors, remember loved ones lost to cancer, and fight back against a disease that takes too much.

Relay For Life is a unique event where teams of 10 to 15 friends, families or colleagues challenge themselves to take turns to keep a baton moving in a relay style walk or run overnight.  There are no age limitations or fitness requirements – Relay For Life is suitable for everyone and anyone can join in the fun!  Stay for the whole event, camp overnight, or just visit and enjoy the free entertainment, prizes and ceremonies that make Relay For Life so inspirational.
Each person on the team pays a registration fee which includes a polo shirt and breakfast at the event.  Relay is a fundraising event where team members are encouraged to raise a minimum of $100 each.

Whether you are a cancer survivor, a carer, supporting friends or loved ones, or simply wanting to make a difference, Relay For Life empowers everyone who participates.

This is an Australian first with a Uni-run Relay, so get involved!

We need:

• people to help organise the event, 24 hours of fun!
• people to help during the 24 hours of fun!
• teams to join in the fun!

For more info see the Relay for Life website and contact Jenni Brown at the UWA Guild.

Jenni Brown
Guild Volunteering Hub Manager
UWA Student Guild
Ph:(08) 6488 5891
Email: jennifer@guild.uwa.edu.au
Web: www.volunteering.guild.uwa.edu.au

**NOTE: Please ignore the below closing date as it has been extended until late June. Applicants should apply ASAP for this opportunity as the PGA is looking to hire someone immediately.

Ongoing – Multiple locations
Ref: Graduate 2011
Closes: 31 May 2010

Are you interested in enhancing the welfare of Australians at one of Australia’s peak Commonwealth Government agencies? Apply for the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission’s graduate program!

The ACCC is seeking applications for graduates to join its 2011 graduate program.

We protect consumers and promote competition and fair trading in Australia. We employ approximately 800 staff nationally and have offices in each state and territory.

Employees of the ACCC are also able to work for Australia’s independent national energy market regulator, the Australian Energy Regulator. The AER is responsible for the economic regulation of electricity and gas networks and enforcement of the gas and electricity codes.

Our program offers graduates the opportunity to participate in a high profile, professional public service agency. We focus on providing graduates with extensive on-the-job learning, complemented by comprehensive formal training. Graduates take part in three 14-week rotations through different work areas. We offer:

• a competitive salary package that commences at $50,598 and increases across the program.
• professional development and career advancement
• flexible working conditions
• the option to purchase leave in addition to four weeks annual leave
• travel or study leave after 12 months employment.

Start your career at the ACCC/AER by applying online at www.accc.gov.au/gradjobs

Applications should:

• quote the reference code: Graduate 2011
• include response to three essay questions
• be lodged by 31 May 2010

More information:

Contact: Peter Tedford, Graduate Program Manager
Web: www.accc.gov.au/gradjobs
Email: grad.jobs@accc.gov.au
Phone: (03) 9290 1875

The Hague Institute for the Internationalisation of Law (HiiL) is calling for essays for the HiiL Young Talent Essay Competition.

They are looking for the most original and thought provoking essay on law of the future.

Essays are due Tuesday, 1 June 2010, 23:00 CET.

The competition is organised in the context of the HiiL Law of the Future Conference 2011, 23 – 24 June 2011 Peace Palace, The Hague, The Netherlands

For more information see the Competition flyer or go to www.lawofthefuture.org

PLSA invites all students and staff to a discussion on international and Australian initiatives in tackling climate change.

When: 6.30 pm for a 7pm start on Wednesday, 5th May
Where: Moot Court
Cost: Free!

Distinguished guests include Associate Professor David Hodgkinson, leading expert on climate change refugee law, and Josie Walker, senior solicitor at the Environmental Defender’s Office.

Attendance by all interested in international law and national environmental policies is encouraged, but most particular by those students considering Honours topics for next year.

Refreshments will be provided beforehand.

Each year AusAID recruits approximately 20 graduates to participate in the Graduate Program.

The Graduate Program is designed to ensure graduates are exposed to a number of areas within the agency to enable graduates to develop a broad knowledge and understanding of AusAID and whole of government policies, practices and programs; key economic, political, social and cultural issues in development; the management systems; corporate policies and processes and the various mandates influencing the aid program.

The program aims to promote the personal and professional development of graduates through:

• participation in three work rotations, beginning in February, which involve, under supervision, on-the-job training and skills development
• an induction and training program throughout the first 11 months involving numerous courses, seminars and workshops conducted/arranged by the Agency and other relevant agencies, to provide you with the opportunity to acquire the appropriate knowledge and skills
• A mentoring program has been developed. This is designed to promote a speedy integration into the Agency and to assist graduates to reach their full performance potential. This resource is designed to assist the graduate to handle the range of personal and professional demands in the workplace.

We take applications from all disciplines, but also for the first time in 2011 we will be seeking applications from people with strong corporate skills and experience to fill a number of graduate positions in areas such as:   finance, human resources, and information technology.

The successful applicants often have a strong record of academic achievement and may have honours, combined or higher degrees. However, academic qualifications are not the sole criterion for selection. We also assess applicants on the quality of work experience, extra curricular achievements and community activities. Thus we look for strong abilities in the following core capacities:

• strength in conceptual and analytical skills
• excellence in interpersonal, communication and team skills
• developed understanding of the importance of cultural sensitivity
• demonstrated adaptability, initiative and resourcefulness.

Selection documentation – The selection documentation is available on the AusAID website at www.ausaid.gov.au/recruit

Closing Dates  - Applications close on 3 May 2010.

Students are invited to attend the Sir Ronald Wilson lecture being given by Hon Justice Michael Barker, Judge of the Federal Court:

When: Thursday 20 May 2010
Time: 6.30 – 7.30
Where: State Library of WA
Address: 25 Francis Street, Perth Cultural Centre, Perth

The Hon Justice Michael Barker, Judge of the Federal Court of Australia, is the speaker at this year’s Sir Ronald Wilson Lecture. Justice Barker’s speech is entitled “Being a Chapter III Judge” and, as in years past, will be a highly engaging presentation. Chapter III of the Australian Constitution refers to the Judicature. These provisions deal with the vesting of the Commonwealth’s judicial power in the High Court and other federal courts as created by Parliament and the vesting of federal jurisdiction by Parliament in any other
courts.

ABOUT THE PRESENTER
Michael Laurence Barker was appointed to the Federal Court of Australia in February 2009. At the time of his appointment he was a Judge of the Supreme Court of Western Australia (appointed August 2002) and President of the WA State Administrative Tribunal (appointed December 2004). Justice Barker holds the degrees LLB (Hons) (UWA) and LLM (York University, Canada) and is an accredited mediator.

Justice Barker was admitted to practice in Western Australia in December 1973. After practising as a barrister and solicitor in Perth for a number of years he undertook postgraduate studies in Canada. He was a member of the Faculty of Law, Australian National University, Canberra (1981-1985). In 1986 he returned to Perth to practice as a barrister and solicitor before joining the independent Bar in Perth in 1993. In 1991-1992, Justice Barker was one of the counsel assisting the ‘WA Inc’ Royal Commission. In 1990-1994 he was Chairman of the WA Town Planning Appeals Tribunal. He took silk in 1996.

To register or for more information email lawweek@lawsocietywa.asn.au or call (08) 9221 8705

Applications for the Tax Office 2011 Graduate Programs are open now, and applications close 5th May. Information about the various Graduate Programs the Tax Office has to offer can be found at www.destinationato.com.au. You also apply for any of our Graduate Programs on this website.

Graduate Taxation Officer positions are predominantly offered in the major capital cities, however positions in Albury, Newcastle and Townsville may also be considered depending on the field of applicants. We are looking for graduates who have completed, or are in their final year of study, of an Economics, Accounting, Banking and Finance, Taxation, Business/Commerce (with accounting, e-commerce, economics, finance or law major), Criminology or Law (any stream) degree.

Graduate IT Officer positions will be offered in Canberra. We are looking for graduates who have completed, or are in their final year of study, of a Computer Science, Software Engineering, Business Informatics, Business Systems, Information Systems, Computing, or Information Technology degree.

Graduate Design positions will be offered in Canberra. We are looking for graduates who have completed, or are in their final year of study, of a Graphic Design, Industrial Design, Business Informatics, Organisational Psychology, Business, Management, Human and Information Services, Social Science, Education, Arts/Fine Arts, Design, Information Systems, Information Technology, Human Computer Interaction or Interaction Design degree.

Graduate Marketing Communications positions will be offered in Canberra. We are looking for graduates who have completed, or are in their final year of study, of a Communications, Marketing, Commerce or Management degree, with an Advertising and Marketing, Graphic Design, Marketing/Public Relations, Communications/Multi-media, Journalism, Writing/Editing major.

Graduate People Management positions will be offered in Canberra, Brisbane, Sydney and Melbourne. We are looking for graduates who have completed, or are in their final year of study, of a relevant degree with a Business Management, Management, Human Resource Management, Human Resources, Industrial Relations, Psychology or Organisational Development major.

Graduate Operational Excellence positions will be offered in Adelaide, Brisbane and Melbourne. We are looking for graduates who have completed, or are in their final year of study, of a Business, Business Management, Commerce or Government & Public Management degree, or a relevant degree with a Business Economics, Econometrics & Business Statistics, Employment Relations, Human Resources, Leadership, Logistics, Management, Operations Management or Strategy & Decision Making major.

If you have any queries please contact Joanne Gidley, Graduate Program Manager on (08) 9268 5244.

FAMILIES ON THE FRONTIER: A NEW MODEL REQUIRED FOR THE CRIMINAL JUSTICE SYSTEM IN THE EAST KIMBERLEY

Venue: MOOT COURT
Date: 26 APRIL 2010
Time: 10:00 to 10.45

GUEST SPEAKER: MAGISTRATE CATHERINE CRAWFORD

The Law School Equity Committee has invited Ms Catherine Crawford to speak to Students and Faculty. In 2008 Ms Crawford was appointed the Magistrate for the East Kimberley region of Western Australia. She lives in Kununurra and her circuit covers a vast area of the State?s north. Come and hear her speak about law and justice in the East Kimberley; how the State?s criminal justice system is failing individuals and families who live this far from our cities; how some laws can have devastating effects on those who are unprotected or who live in a different culture.

Catherine Crawford graduated from the Law School at UWA. She has completed a Master of Laws, in international human rights, in the UK, worked in private practice as a solicitor and a barrister. She was the Principal Legal Officer at the Western Australian Aboriginal Legal Service for four years following Mabo No 2, in which common law land rights for Aboriginal peoples were recognised by the High Court in 1992.

Panetta McGrath is a boutique legal practice based in West Perth which specializes in medical/health law and insurance litigation.

We have an immediate opportunity for a 2-day per week legal secretary/ law clerk to join our small and friendly office.

We are ideally looking for a 3^rd or 4^th year law student. The successful applicant will be organised, reliable, have strong communication and computer skills, with a high attention to detail. You will also be well presented and have excellent phone manner.

Responsibilities include general office administration, secretarial work (eg filing, reception duties and dictation typing), as well as law clerking work such as drafting court documents, typing of correspondence and legal research.

Market salary and free car parking is offered.

Find out more about our firm at www.pmlawyers.com.au.

CVs and cover letter can be sent to info@pmlawyers.com.au.

As part of Service Delivery Reform, the Department of Human Services, Centrelink and Medicare Australia have developed the new Department of Human Services National Graduate Program.  The new program will provide you with greater experience and networking potential through offering rotations within other agencies across the portfolio and shared learning and development experiences.

The main features of our 12-month graduate program are:

• a generous remuneration package with a starting salary range of $47,421 – $52,849 per annum and up to 15.4 per cent superannuation
• fast-tracked career progression/advancement upon successful completion of the program
• contemporary employment conditions, including access to generous leave and flexible working arrangements
• variety and choice in the work you undertake, with opportunity for work rotations in interesting and challenging roles throughout the organisation and Department of Human Services
• the opportunity to work on projects to improve the health and well-being of Australians
• the preference to begin in one of two intakes per fiscal year (Aug 2010 or Jan 2011)
• assistance with interstate relocation costs (if applicable)
• a customised learning and development program with accreditation in Diploma of Government.
• a dedicated senior mentor and buddy

We are looking for graduates from many academic streams, including (but not limited to):

• Health related studies
• Science
• Accounting/Finance and Audit (including forensic accounting)
• Commerce
• Business / Management
• Economics
• Communications and Media
• Marketing
• Human Resources
• Information and Communication Technology (ICT)
• Mathematics
• Actuarial studies
• Policy
• Social Work
• Psychology
• Law
• Generalist (including Arts)

Please note, the majority of our graduate positions are based in Canberra (as it houses our National Office), with some positions potentially being offered interstate.

To be eligible for our graduate program, you need to:

• have completed a minimum three year Bachelor degree with a credit average or higher
• have completed the degree within the last four years (for the generalist stream) or seven years (for the ICT stream) as at the commencement date of the program
• be able to start work on the required commencement date (August 2010 or January 2011)
• meet the prescribed conditions of engagement to the APS, including citizenship, health, character and security checks.

Applications close on 27 April 2010.

For further information, visit their website at http://www.medicareaustralia.gov.au/about/careers/graduate/index.jsp.

NATIVE TITLE INDIGENOUS AFFAIRS SOCIAL JUSTICE  INTERESTED?

Consider an internship at a Native Title Representative Body, Native Title Service Provider, Indigenous corporation, Government body, policy organisation or community group!

DO YOU STUDY : Anthropology, Archeology, Cultural Heritage History, Human Geography, Law, Sociology, Environmental Management.

Then come and hear Director, Richard Potok, speak about internship opportunities Australia wide

WEDNESDAY 14 APRIL, 2.30 PM LAW LECTURE THEATRE

For more information and to apply please visit their website at : www.auroraproject.com.au

The Connecting with Law Short Film Competition is launching for 2010.

Oxford University Press is inviting students to submit a film between 2-5 minutes long about law or the study of law. The competition is open to all students currently enrolled in an Australian Law School. Non-law students can also be involved, however at least one student per group must be studying a law subject.

The winners will be those judged to be the most creative, instructive and original: anything that helps other students to connect with law. The winners will receive:

+  1st prize $1500

+  2nd prize $500

+  3rd prize $250

There are flyers, posters and PowerPoints to help. We also have DVD’s of the 2009 winning and highly commended films to give away. Please contact us at highered.au@oup.com or call Lucy Cass on (03) 9934 9173.

For further details, entry forms and guidelines and to see last years winners please see our website at: www.oup.com.au/law.

Competition closes Friday 30 July 2010.

If you haven’t already registered there are still a number of seats available to attend both the Mannkal Freedom Factory Conference and dinner.

This year’s Conference is to take place at the University of Western Australia on Friday, 9 April 2010. Registration and Official Opening commence promptly at 12pm and a light lunch will run from 12.30pm, after which the formalities will begin.

As an added incentive the Foundation is offering, until Tuesday 6th April, a number of scholarships to attend the conference at no charge.  Then join them, for a small charge of only $30, at the sundowner and dinner which will follow the day’s events.

For more information see http://www.mannkal.org/ and for any queries about the Conference please contact Jessica at Jessica@mannkal.org or on 0423 315 160.

Do you want to meet leading investment bankers from the No. 1 House in Australia?

Do you have what it takes to work on a real M&A transaction?

The 2010 UBS Investment Banking Challenge will be run at seven leading campuses for the study of finance in Australia; The Universities of Adelaide, Melbourne, Monash, New South Wales, Queensland, Sydney and Western Australia.

The Challenge offers students an invaluable opportunity:

• To gain hands-on experience of working as an analyst in an Investment Bank
• To win an internship interview with UBS, the market leader in investment banking in the Australian market
• To win a generous cash prize!

Participating teams are provided with a case study, developed by UBS bankers and based on a real M&A transaction. Later that week, they will be invited to present to a panel of judges for 15-minutes and answer questions typical of those posed to a junior analyst at UBS.

Four teams will be selected at each campus to participate in the Campus Final, and the winning team at each campus will compete in the National Final, to be held at our offices in Sydney. As well as presenting, finalists will be invited to spend a morning with UBS to learn more about careers in Investment Banking (and also ask for some advice ahead of the competition!).

All National Finalists will be invited to interview for a Summer Internship at UBS

The following cash prizes are applicable for the National Final winners:
1st place – $5,000
2nd place – $2,500
3rd place – $1,500

To sign up, form a team of 2-4 students and register online through our website: www.ubs.com/challenge

Key Details:
Registrations open: 22 March
Registrations close: 23 April
Case issued: week closing 26 April
Campus Heats begin: 3-7 May
National Final: 18 May

If you would like assistance in forming a team, please email your campus coordinator, Simon Bartulovic, at ubschallenge@fawa.com.au, who will help you connect with other interested students.

If you have any questions, email ibchallenge2010@ubs.com? or your campus coordinator, Simon Bartulovic, at ubschallenge@fawa.com.au.

Who are we?

Teach For Australia is an innovative, not for profit organisation working to confront educational disadvantage in Australia.

We do this by recruiting and training outstanding graduates from all disciplines who have the distinguished academic performance, energy and passion to succeed in teaching in disadvantaged schools for two years.

As a Teach For Australia Associate, you will be part of a global network of leaders from all careers who are working to eradicate educational and social inequity.

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In summary:

• Selective 2 year program

• Full salary and benefits

• Teach in a disadvantaged school

• Innovative leadership training

• The benefit of internships and special employment arrangements (i.e. deferred placements, fast-tracked hiring etc)  with leading companies who sponsor the program, such as Freehills, Corrs Chambers Westgarth, McKinsey and Boston Consulting Group.

Applications to be part of the 2011 Graduate intake are NOW OPEN so visit www.teachforaustralia.org.au to download an application form and get it in before April 4th!

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Find Out More

Come and check out the Teach For Australia presentation in Social Science Lecture Room 1 this WEDNESDAY the 31st between 1-2pm. If you have any questions or would like any more information on the program email Holly at holly.ransom@teachforaustralia.org.au.