Past Events

Judges will hear about the way that the Court has adapted its processes to retain the unique sentencing conversations between Elders and accused. 

Aboriginal women are the fastest growing prison population. Join us live via webinar for an in-depth discussion dissecting the drivers and responses to this growth in incarceration of Aboriginal women. 

In 2017, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders put forward an historic piece of political writing– the Uluru Statement from the Heart. In this twilight, Professor Megan Davis will reflect on the consultation process and provide an update on progress towards the establishment of a Voice to Parliament.

Offering an opportunity to further develop a culturally appropriate framework, this twilight will focus on strategies to promote the social and emotional wellbeing of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People appearing before our courts.

This twilight will provide judicial officers with an insight into Foetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder.

Our first Law and Literature Twilight for 2019 presents author Bruce Pascoe talking about his award-winning book Dark Emu, Black Seeds: Agriculture or Accident?

Immerse yourself in the country and culture of the Djab Wurrung, Jardwardjarli, Wotjobaluk and Gunditjmara people. On this journey, visit sites of significance, walk in the footsteps of Ancestors, and hear about the rich history of the beautiful and serene Gariwerd (Grampians National Park).