2021 Newcastle Conference

08/02/2021

2021 Newcastle Conference Program Released

The 2021 Newcastle Regional Conference will be held on Saturday 20 February at Novotel Newcastle Beach. It will run from 9.00 am - 3.25pm and attribute 5 CPD points. From 3.25pm - 4.55pm attendees will be able to sample wines & food from local producers and enjoy afternoon tea with the ability to ask the attending NSWBA Executive members questions and enjoy a collegiate atmosphere.

Confirmed speakers for the conference include:

• The Honourable Justice Margaret Cleary, Family Court of Australia
• His Honour Judge Gerard Phillips, President, Workers Compensation Commission
• His Honour Judge Roy Ellis, District Court of NSW
• Tania Sourdin, Dean and Head of School, Newcastle Law School
• Amanda Wimalsiri, Family Law Court Liaison Officer from the Department of Communities and Justice
• Michael McHugh SC, Barrister, Wardell Chambers and President, NSW Bar Association
• Robert Hollo SC, Barrister, Sixth Floor Selborne/Wentworth Chambers
• Anthony McGrath SC, Barrister, Alinea Chambers
• Gabrielle Bashir SC, Barrister, Forbes Chambers and Senior Vice President, NSW Bar Association
• Peter Krisenthal, Public Defender, Public Defenders Chambers

Download the full program – 2021 Newcastle Conference

The conferences are run by registration only, and places in each conference are strictly limited. To register and pay to secure your place, please click on any of the “Register Now” buttons located on the dedicated 2021 Regional Conference Series website. If you do not receive a confirmation after booking please notify events@nswbar.asn.au as soon as possible.

For any questions about CPD requirements, conferences or the general CPD program, please contact the Professional Development Department on 02 9232 4919 or via email

The safety of our delegates, speakers, and staff is the NSW Bar Associations top priority. There will be a range of protocols and enhanced hygiene measures implemented throughout the venue and event format to safeguard the health and wellbeing of our guests.

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