Here you can explore our carefully crafted schedule, featuring a dynamic lineup of social events seamlessly woven between two full days of insightful presentations by leading industry experts and thought leaders.
5:00pm to 8:00pm
A collaboration event between SoCLA, ACICA and Lighthouse Club, presents:
“Tracing a Construction Dispute”
at Banco Court (modern),
Level 13, Law Courts Building, 184 Phillip Street, Sydney
About
A unique seminar, tracing a construction dispute (based on the facts of an actual but unidentified dispute) moving through all legal processes to judgment via mediation and arbitration.
Proceedings commence with a welcome address from Her Excellency the Honourable Margaret Beazley AC KC, Governor of New South Wales, the seminar then continues with this formidable line-up, comprising:
This evening will appeal to all those involved in construction claims, including front and back-end lawyers, in-house counsel, claims consultants, quantity surveyors and contract administrators.
Cost
$59.00 for Members of SoCLA, ACICA or Lighthouse Club
$69.00 for Non-Members
Timing
Registration - 5:00pm
Seminar Begins - 5:30pm
Networking reception - 7:00pm
Close - 8:00pm
6:00pm to 9:00pm
Yallamundi Rooms at the Sydney Opera House
Bennelong Parkway, Sydney NSW 2127
Sydney Opera House is approximately 25 minutes walk from the Hilton Hotel. The closest train station is Circular Quay, a 10 minute walk.
Cost: Free for Conference Attendees,
$200 for Non-Attendees
Dress Code: Smart casual
8:30am to 5:00pm
Registration: from 8:00am
Dress Code: Smart casual
8:30am to 5:00pm
The Grand Ballroom at the Hilton Hotel
Level 3, 488 George Street, Sydney NSW 2000
Includes morning tea, lunch & afternoon tea
Registration: from 8:00am
Dress Code: Smart casual
7:00pm to midnight
The Sydney Town Hall is approximately 5 minutes’ walk from the Hilton Hotel
Includes three course meal and beverages
Dress Code: Black tie, lounge suit, cocktail dress
SOCLA 2026
NATIONAL CONFERENCE
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