Social Program

The Social Program is integral to the Conference experience offering the opportunity to network and catch up with friends and colleagues. A range of inclusive and optional events are on offer and tickets can be secured when registering.

TUESDAY 29 OCTOBER

WELCOME RECEPTION 

Location: State Reception Centre at Fraser's, Kings Park*
Time: 1800-2100
Dress Code: Business Casual
Tickets: Included in fulltime Member and Non-Member, and fulltime Early Career Lawyer Member and Non-Member, registrations. Guest tickets are $135 inc GST.

This evening is a great opportunity to catch up with colleagues and friends as we welcome you to the Conference. The reception will feature canapés, refreshments and live entertainment.

*To assist with planning we encourage you to express interest in coach transfers to/from the function via the online registration form. Alternatively we encourage you to make your way there early via one of the Transperth free CAT buses to explore the beautiful Kings Park and collect your name badge before the reception commences. Registration will be open at Fraser's from 1700hrs.


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WEDNESDAY 30 OCTOBER

SWAN RIVER STRIDES

Location: Meeting Point TBC, Elizabeth Quay
Time: 0700-0800
Dress Code: Exercise Wear
Tickets: Included in all full and Wednesday registrations*. Tickets for guests of delegates are FOC.**

Kick start your day with a walk, run or bike ride along the Swan River, concluding with a coffee and light breakfast in Elizabeth Quay before returning to your hotels to get ready for sessions. 

*Please note a small fee may apply for those wishing to participate in the bike ride component.
**Guest tickets are limited to one per delegate.


           


HAPPY HOUR

Location: Exhibition (Level 2 Foyer, PCEC)
Time: 1715-1815
Dress Code: Business Casual
Tickets: Included in all full and Wednesday registrations. Guest tickets are $30 inc GST.

Relax and unwind with refreshments in the Exhibition after a day of thought provoking sessions.


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EARLY CAREER LAWYERS' FUNCTION

Location: The Reveley
Time: 1830-2130
Dress Code: Business Casual
Tickets: Included in all Early Career Lawyer registrations. Guest tickets are $50 inc GST*. 

Kick back, relax and network with your fellow Early Career Lawyers at The Reveley in Elizabeth Quay. Tickets include canapés and a beverage package.

*This function is open to those registered under an Early Career Lawyer rate only. Guest tickets are available to guests of Early Career Lawyers only.


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THURSDAY 31 OCTOBER

SWAN RIVER STRIDES

Location: Meeting Point TBC, Elizabeth Quay
Time: 0630-0730
Dress Code: Exercise Wear
Tickets: Included in all full and Thursday registrations*. Tickets for guests of delegates are FOC.**

Kick start your day with a walk, run or bike ride along the Swan River, concluding with a coffee and light breakfast in Elizabeth Quay before returning to your hotels to get ready for sessions. 

*Please note a small fee may apply for those wishing to participate in the bike ride component.
**Guest tickets are limited to one per delegate.


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THE CHAIR'S LUNCH

Location: BelleVue Ballroom (Level 3, PCEC)
Time: 1200-1330
Dress Code: Business Casual
Tickets: $120 inc GST 

The Chair’s Lunch is a popular optional event and will this year feature Luc Longley, Australian basketball coach and former basketball player, interviewed by Sam Lane, award winning sports journalist. 

This lunch will offer an engaging conversation whilst enjoying a two course meal with colleagues. 

Luc Longley and Sam Lane appear by arrangement with Saxtons Speakers Bureau. 


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HAPPY HOUR

Location: Exhibition (Level 2 Foyer, PCEC)
Time: 1700-1800
Dress Code: Business Casual
Tickets: Included in all full and Thursday day registrations. Guest tickets are $30 inc GST.

As Thursday draws to a close, join us in the Exhibition for refreshments during Happy Hour as you continue discussions about the topics of the day.


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LGBTQIA+ FUNCTION

Location: Connections Nightclub
Time: 1800-2000
Dress Code: Business Casual
Tickets: $50 inc GST 

The LGBTQIA+ Function is an opportunity for delegates within this community and allies to unite and network as part of the Conference at Connections, the longest running LGBTQIA+ venue in the Southern Hemisphere. 


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OUT OF TOWNERS FUNCTION

Location: Bob's Bar, Apple Daily and Small Print, Print Hall
Time: 1830-2230*
Dress Code: Business Casual
Tickets: $120 inc GST 

The Organising Committee is thrilled to offer Conference attendees a 'passport dinner' at one of Perth's most iconic multi-level precincts, Print Hall, which is housed in the historical West Australian newspaper print building. 

Attendees will enjoy shucked oysters and canapes with a welcome drink on the top level at Bob's Bar before making their way down to Apple Daily for their main course with an accompanying beverage. Following this, guests will be invited down to Small Print to enjoy a nightcap with an Espresso Martini or Chocolate Old Fashioned with an Italian cannoli to finish. 

A cash bar will be available within each of the three venues should guests wish to purchase beverages above those outlined here. 

*If required, a second sitting will be offered, commencing at 1930. In this instance, registered participants will be contacted and given the option to select their preferred sitting. 


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FRIDAY 1 NOVEMBER

SWAN RIVER STRIDES

Location: Meeting Point TBC, Elizabeth Quay
Time: 0700-0800
Dress Code: Exercise Wear
Tickets: Included in all full and Friday registrations*. Tickets for guests of delegates are FOC.**

Kick start your day with a walk, run or bike ride along the Swan River, concluding with a coffee and light breakfast in Elizabeth Quay before returning to your hotels to get ready for sessions. 

*Please note a small fee may apply for those wishing to participate in the bike ride component.
**Guest tickets are limited to one per delegate.


             


GALA DINNER

Location: Optus Stadium (coach transfers will be provided from Conference hotels) 
Time: 1900-late
Dress Code: Formal with a Splash of Colour
Tickets: Included in fulltime Member and Non-Member, and fulltime Early Career Lawyer Member and Non-Member, registrations. Guest tickets are $250 inc GST.

The closing event of the Conference will be held at one of Perth's most iconic venues, Optus Stadium. Take the Conference transfers to the Stadium and enjoy an evening of fine food and wine complemented by a cocktail bar. This year's entertainment will be a show not to be missed!

We encourage delegates to show their state patriotism and wear something in your colour to match the state colours designated for the conference, these being: 

  • WA – Pink
  • SA – Yellow
  • NSW – Purple
  • VIC – Red
  • ACT – Green
  • QLD – Dark Blue
  • TAS – Light Blue
  • NT – Orange
  • International delegates – White


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