Events

Mayo Lectures

The Mayo Lecture is an annual event run by the College of Business, Law and Governance in conjunction with the James Cook University Law Students Society (JCULSS) in honour of Mrs Marylyn Mayo, JCU's foundation law staff member. The JCULSS instituted the Mayo Lecture in 1991 as a tribute to Marylyn's work in maintaining a law presence at JCU and, ultimately, in establishing the full law degree here.

Mayo Lecture audience.

Recent Mayo Lectures have been delivered by:

  • Dr  Bryan Keon-Cohen, on the topic 'From Slavery to Sovereignty? Mabo, Native Title and the Uluru Statement from the Heart';
  • Justice Lincoln Crowley - Queensland's inaugural First Nations Justice of the Supreme Court.
  • The Honourable Justice Michael Kirby, on the topic 'Nuclear Proliferation and the Singapore Summit: A Challenge to International Law';
  • Mr Anthony Morris QC, on the topic 'Human rights under siege on all sides: The combined onslaught of Terrorism, Political Correctness and the Dictatorship of Bureaucracy';
  • Professor Rosalind Croucher AM, President of the Australian Law Reform Commission, on the topic 'The Common Law and the Protection of Rights, Freedoms and Privileges: Insights from the ALRC Freedoms Inquiry'.

2022 Mayo Lecture

With The Honourable Justice Lincoln Crowley, KC
‘There and Back Again: A Personal Reflection’
Friday 14 October, 6:30pm

2023 Mayo Lecture

With Dr Bryan Keon-Cohen
'From Slavery to Sovereignty? Mabo, Native Title and the Uluru Statement from the Heart'.
Wednesday 4 October, 6:00pm

2024 Mayo Lecture

With Judge Nathan Jarro
'An Aboriginal Perspective (from the Bench)'
Friday 27 September, 6.00pm

2025 Mayo Lecture

With The Honourable Susan Brown
Friday 31 October 2025, 6.00pm to 7.00pm

Year

Presenter

Topic

JCU Law Review

1991

Mr Dean Wells (Attorney General QLD)

 

No JCULR Edition

1992

Mr David Solomon

 

No JCULR Edition

1993

Dr Jocelynne Scutt

 

No JCULR Edition

1994

Justice Fitzgerald

International Human Rights and the High Court of Australia

LINK

1995

Justice Barry

 

Not published

1996

Sir Anthony Mason

The Judge as Law Maker

LINK

1997

Father Frank Brennan

 

Not published

1998

Hon P De Jersey (Qld)

 

Not published

1999

Hon Justice S Jones

 

Not published

2000

Hon Justice Micheal Kirby

Law, Like the Olympics, is now International - But will Australia Win Gold?

LINK

2001

Mr Tom Sherman AO

Terrorism - A Disease in Search of a Cure

LINK

2002

Hon Justice K Cullinane QC

Years On

LINK

2003

Judge P Shanahan AO

 

Not published

2004

Hon Justice JA Dowsett QC

Law and the Profession - Expectations and Reality

LINK

2005

No lecture held

No lecture held

 

2006

Hon John Von Doussa QC

Reconciling Human Rights and Counterterrorism: A Crucial Challenge

LINK

2007

Justice Marcia Neave AO

Making Law Reform Work - The Promise and Limits of Law Reform

LINK

2008

Prof Caroline de Costa

Abortion Law, Abortion Realities

LINK

2009

Senator Bob Brown

 

Not published

2010

Hon Justice Margaret McMurdo AC

R v KU; Ex parte A-G(Qld) and Warwick Thornton's award winning, internationally acclaimed film, 'Samson and Delilah: life imitating art? Why we must and how we might do better.

LINK

2011

Hon Robert McClelland MP

Climate Change

LINK

2012

Glenn Ferguson - Managing Director - Feguson Cannon Lawyers

Constitutional Recognition of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders: Are we Ready as a Nation?

LINK

2013

Hon Justice Susan Kiefel (now CJ HCA)

Social Justice and the Constitution - Freedoms and Protections

LINK

2014

Rob Hulls - Director, Centre for Innovative Justice, RMIT

Are We Tough Enough to be Smart on Crime?

LINK

2015

Mr Dan Mori

 

No JCULR Edition

2016

Professor Rosalind Croucher AM

The Common Law and Protection of Rights, Freedom and Privileges

No JCULR Edition

2017

Mr Anthony Morris QC

The Combined Onslaught of Terrorism, Political Correctness, and the Dictatorship of Bureaucracy

Not published

2018

Hon Justice Micheal Kirby

Remembrance of Times Past: Times Missed and Times Not Missed

LINK

2019

No lecture held

No lecture held

 

2020

No lecture held

No lecture held

 

2021

Major General the Honourable Justice Paul Brereton, AM, RFD

International Law of Armed Conflict: The Australian Application

LINK


JCU Legal Studies Conference

Each year the JCU College of Business, Law and Governance invites Legal Studies Teachers and Students in Year 11 and 12 from all schools in the Far North Queensland region to attend the 2023 Legal Studies Conference. Each annual conference is centered around a theme and topics are delivered through expert speakers, and interactive sessions.

JCU Legal Studies Conference crowd image.

For more information about the JCU Legal Studies Conference email: cblgadmin@jcu.edu.au


2022 JCU Legal Studies Conference

With Keynotes from Commissioner C’Zarke Maza and Mr Terry Stedman
In 2022, JCU welcomed collectively over 500 year 11 & 12 students on Campus at Cairns and Townsville for the annual Legal Studies Conference. This year's conference theme was centered around the 30th Anniversary of the historic Mabo Decision, and students gained insights from our fantastic guest speakers into Native
Cairns, Friday 12 August 2022 - Townsville, Friday 19 August 2022

2023 JCU Legal Studies Conference

With Keynotes from Mr Simon Bright and Dr Sana Nakata
In 2023, JCU welcomed collectively over 500 year 11 & 12 students on Campus at Cairns and Townsville for the annual Legal Studies Conference. This year's conference theme was focused around the Indigenous Voice to Parliament referendum, in addition to covering a range of topics that were highly relevant to
Cairns, Thursday 17 August 2023 - Townsville, Thursday 24 August 2023

2024 JCU Legal Studies Conference

With Hayley Fox, Donna Patane, Nicholas Douglas & Michael Murray
In 2024, JCU welcomed 11 & 12 students on Campus at Cairns and Townsville for the annual Legal Studies Conference. This year's conference theme was focused on ‘Youth and the Law’, covering a range of topics that were highly relevant to the QCAA Legal Studies Syllabus including Human Rights, International
Cairns, Thursday 8 August 2024 - Townsville, Thursday 15 August 2024

2025 JCU Legal Studies Conference

With Magistrate Cathy McLennan & Judge Patricia Cope
In 2025, JCU welcomed students from Grade 9-12 on Campus at Townsville and Cairns for the annual Legal Studies Conference. This year's conference theme was focused on ‘Human Rights, covering a range of topics that were highly relevant to the QCAA Legal Studies Syllabus including aspects of Human Rights through
Townsville, Thursday 12 June 2025 - Cairns, Thursday 19 June 2025


Law Seminar Series

The JCU Law Seminar Series invites Legal Practitioners to present on a range of legal topics, with many showcasing some of the important and interesting work being carried out in the North Queensland region.


Social Justice as a Superpower

With Julie Mason , North Queensland Women's Legal Service
Discover social justice principles and real-life experiences from Julie Mason, a JCU Alumni and Solicitor at Nth Qld Women’s Legal Service.
Monday 5 February 2024, 10.00am - 11.00am

Dying with Dignity

With Dr Lea Merone , Cairns & Hinterland Hospital
Discover the profound implications of QLD's new Voluntary Assisted Dying Legislation in this engaging presentation by Dr. Lea Merone.
Friday 23 February 2024, 10.00am - 11.00am

The McBride Whistle-blower Trial

With Major David McBride , Lawyer, Writer & Public Speaker
Whistle-blower David McBride shares his firsthand account of the legal aspects of his ongoing trial.
Thursday 29 February 2024, 3.00pm - 4.00pm

Insights Into Multicultural Mediation

With Amiel Nubaha , Comprehensive Mediation Services
Principal Mediator Amiel Nubaha, shares insights and strategies into mediation across diverse cultural backgrounds.
Thursday 21 March 2024, 12.00pm – 1.00pm

Hope After Hurt: A Legal Journey

With Matthew Wicks , Maurice Blackburn Lawyers
Matthew Wicks, Associate at Maurice Blackburn shares what it takes to secure treatment and compensation for those facing personal injury.
Monday 25 March 2024, 3.00pm – 4.00pm

Actors vs AI: Exploring Copyright Law

With Karnika Bansal , James Cook University
JCU Law Lecturer Karnika Bansal discusses the ever-growing complexities of Generative AI and Copyright Law in the entertainment industry.
Friday 5 April 2024, 11.00am - 12.00pm

A Legal Lens on Diversity

With Tilé Imo & Olamide Kowalik , Tilé & Olly Meets Podcast
Tilé Imo & Olamide Kowalik (Olly) share their Legal Lens on Diversity, based from their popular legal podcast, “Tilé and Olly Meets".
Monday 27 May 2024, 10.00am – 11.00am

Family Law in Focus

With Toni Bell & Jade Coshaw , Legal Aid Queensland
Legal Aid Queensland’s Toni Bell & Jade Coshaw will offer an overview of the Family Law System, including the role and importance of Independent Children's Lawyers and an exploration of the role of Legal Aid Queensland providing Family Law services in remote and regional areas.
Thursday 6 June 2024, 10.00am - 11.00am

Advocating Change for Rwanda

With Victoire Ingabire Umuhoza , Development and Liberation for All (DALFA)
Ms. Victoire Ingabire Umuhoza, Rwandan political prisoner and activist to discusses judicial and political reform in Rwanda.
Thursday 13th June, 3.00pm - 4.00pm

Keeping the Peace

With Mathai Joshi , Connolly Suthers Lawyers
Mathai Joshi, Associate at Connelly Suthers Lawyers will discuss a broad summary of the Criminal Law in Queensland with a particular focus on the specialist DV Court.
Friday 21 June, 2.30pm - 3.30pm

Mayday! Mayday!

With Dr Michael Underdown , Cairns Institute, James Cook University
Join Dr. Michael Underdown, Senior Research Fellow at the Cairns Institute (JCU), for an engaging presentation on Maritime and Port Law.
Tuesday 9 July, 10.00am - 11.00am

Pioneering Prison Abolition

With Debbie Kilroy OAM , Sisters Inside and Kilroy & Callaghan Lawyers
Debbie Kilroy OAM shares her turbulent journey with the prison system and her trailblazing work to abolish it.
Tuesday 16 July, 11.00am - 12.00pm

Examining Medical Negligence

With Laura Neil , Endeavour Chambers
Join Barrister Laura Neil, for an insightful presentation on the legal options available when pursuing a medical negligence claim.
Thursday 25 July, 4.00pm - 5.00pm

Law & Mental Health: Remote Insights

With Diane Godfrey , Lawyer & JCU Alumni
Lawyer & JCU Alumni Diane Godfrey shares her firsthand experience of practicing in Remote communities and how to manage your mental health.
Thursday 1 August 2024, 2.00pm - 3.00pm

Victim Survivors of Family Violence: A First Nations Perspective

With Thelma Schwartz & Isabella Copetti , Queensland Indigenous Family Violence Legal Service (QIFVLS)
This seminar examines a First Nations persons experience as a victim-survivor of family violence within a number of intersecting legal systems.
Tuesday 24 September 2024, 10.00am – 11.00am

Will AI Transform Legal Practice...Really?

With Terri Mottershead , Centre for Legal Innovation at the College of Law
Terri Mottershead, from the Centre for Legal Innovation explores what’s transformed in the world of AI and what is means for the future of the legal industry.
Thursday 1 October 2024, 1.00pm - 2.00pm

Insights into Family Dispute Resolution

With Louise Rees & Cheryl Taifalos , Relationships Australia Queensland
Louise Rees & Cheryl Taifalos from Relationships Australia Qld present on the vital role of accredited Family Dispute Resolution Practitioners (FDRPs) in resolving family disputes.
Monday 4 November 2024, 11.00am – 12.00pm

Balancing Security and Freedoms

With Trent Glover , Barrister
Barrister Trent Glover examines how national security laws significantly impact human rights and exploring mechanisms for their protection.
Thursday 10 October 2024

Emergency Mental Health Laws

With Alan Clough , James Cook University
Professor Alan Clough discusses Qld’s pathways for emergency mental health, assessing the effectiveness of these laws and examining their human rights implications.
Thursday 17 October 2024

Reinventing Legal Practice

With Tia Cox , Organic Legal
Tia Cox from Organic Legal will explore how her firm has disrupted through innovation the traditional legal practice model.
Thursday 31 October 2024, 11.00am – 12.00pm

Cultural Rights in Conservation

With Professor Gary Meyers , James Cook University
JCU Professor Gary Meyers presents on the debate over the cultural rights of hunting for indigenous peoples and environmental conservation.
Thursday 14 November 2024, 4.00pm – 5.00pm

Mastering Large-Scale Legislation

With David T Forbes , Barrister
Discover insights into the intricacies of large-scale litigation within the superior jurisdictions of Australia with Barrister David T Forbes.
Thursday 21 November 2024, 10:00am - 11:00am


Reimagining Justice

With Michael Murray , Townsville Community Legal
Michael Murray presents on high-profile coronial inquests in Queensland, exploring human rights and coronial jurisdiction reform.
Thursday 3 August 2023, 12.30pm - 1.30pm

Insights Into Commercial Practice

With Lucas Hickey , Creevey Horrell Lawyers
Lucas Hickey, Senior Associate at CreeveyHorrell Lawyers shares insights into the practical and legal considerations of commercial practice.
Tuesday 15 August 2023, 12.30pm - 1.30pm

Get Your Governance On

With Rebekha Sharkie, MP , Federal Member for Mayo
Rebekha Sharkie MP, long standing representative of Mayo, South Australia shares her passion and experiences for effective governance.
Monday 21st August 2023, 12.00pm - 1.00pm

Restorative Justice as a Secret Weapon

With Filitsa Kounias , James Cook University
Filitsa Kounias, JCU Law Lecturer delves into Restorative Justice principles and practices within the captivating realm of Youth Justice.
Monday 28 August 2023, 3.00pm - 4.00pm

Queensland's Historic Milestone

With Commissioner C'Zarke Maza , Office of the Commissioner Meriba Omasker Kaziw Kazipa
Commissioner C’Zarke Maza presents on the ground-breaking cultural recognition of Torres Strait Islander traditional child rearing practice.
Tuesday 5 September 2023, 10.00am-11.00am

Animal Law and the United Nations

With Paul Tweddell , Global Animal Law GAL Association
Paul Tweddell from Global Animal Law (GAL) discusses the growing area of Animal Law and the need for a UN convention on Animal Protection.
Tuesday 12 September 2023, 3.30pm - 4.30pm

Unlock Your Advocacy

With Dan Rogers , Robertson O'Gorman
Dan Rogers, Principal of Robertson O'Gorman Solicitors explores the value of effective advocacy for your clients and your community.
Monday 18 September, 12:00pm-1:00pm

Mabo, Native Title & The Voice

With Dr Bryan Keon-Cohen , Barrister (Retired), Writer & Activist
Renowned retired barrister, writer, and activist Dr Bryan Keon-Cohen shares with us his captivating journey & insights on Mabo, Native Title and the Voice.
Tuesday 17 October 2023, 3.00pm - 4.00pm

Justice for Robodebt

With Justin Greggery KC , 31 Sturt Chambers
Justin Greggery KC, shares his journey and experiences as the head lawyer leading the Royal Commission into the Robodebt Scheme.
Thursday 26 October 2023, 3.00pm - 4.00pm


The Other Side of Crime

With Helen Armitage , Legal Aid Qld
Legal Aid Qld’s Senior Principal Lawyer, Helen Armitage, discusses the prevalent legal issues surrounding youth crime and domestic violence, as well as sharing her personal journey as a criminal lawyer.
Tuesday 28 February 2023, 5pm - 6pm

From JCU to the United Nations

With Bill Mitchell , Townsville Community Legal
Dr Mitchell discusses his journey from law student, and one of JCU's first law graduates, to human rights advocacy work in the United Nations.
Tuesday 7 March 2023, 12:30pm – 1:30pm

Battle of the Brands

With Donna Patane , Dripl Legal
IP Law expert Donna Patane will share with us her journey, what IP law involves and some examples of cases she has had, specifically trademark disputes, where often she is acting for David's against Goliaths.
Tuesday 14 March 2023, 12pm - 1pm

The Planning & Environment Court

With Dan Morton , wilson/ryan/grose
Dan Morton, Partner at wilson/ryan/grose shares with us his professional journey and helps us understand and explore matters that arise in the Planning and Environment Court.
Monday 20 March 2023, 12pm – 1pm

The Ups & Downs of a Criminal Lawyer

With Simon Bright , ATSILS
Simon Bright, currently Regional Manager of the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Legal Service in Cairns shares his experiences working as a Criminal lawyer in Government, Private Practice and Not for Profit.
Thursday 30 March 2023, 3pm-4pm

A Game of Torts – Winter is Coming

With Sarah Singh , Slater & Gordon
Sarah Singh, Senior Associate at Slater and Gordon talks about the ever-changing world of Tort Law, discusses her own experiences from law student to what it’s like to work for a National firm.
Tuesday 4 April 2023, 12:30pm – 1:30pm

Beware of What You ‘Share’

With Dr Louise Floyd , JCU
Dr Louise Floyd helps us navigate the new developments in Employment Law and discusses the legal do’s and don'ts of entering the workforce including afterhours conduct and social media. She also touches on AI & work, changes to the law on enterprise bargaining, bullying, harassment and discrimination.
Thursday 27 April 2023, 2pm – 3pm

Law As a Service

With Mark Fenlon , Qld Police Service
Mark Fenlon Senior Prosecutor for the Queensland Police Service shares with us through his own personal experiences how engaging in different service opportunities will help you build your legal career.
Tuesday 2 May 2023, 12:30pm – 1:30pm

Privacy & Data Law

With Andrew Hynd , Holding Redlich
Andrew Hynd, Partner at Holding Redlich shares his professional journey in the private sector as well as insights and experience with Privacy & Data Law.
Tuesday 9 May 2023, 12:30pm – 1:30pm

Fear and Failure

With Merissa Martinez , Paloma Chambers
Barrister and JCU Alumni, Merissa Martinez talks about the importance of stepping out of comfort zones into growth, what we can learn from our own failures and the "failure" of cases, doctrines and movements, as society and law progresses and changes.
Tuesday 16 May 2023, 12:30pm – 1:30pm


Seller Disclosure Changes to Property Law

With James Harding , Harding Property Law
James Harding of Harding Property Law outlines the changes in Queensland’s new Property Law Act and seller disclosure regime.
Thursday 6 February 2025, 10.00am – 11.00am

Insights Into Federal Criminal Law

With Madonna Hayes , Barrister
Madonna Hayes provides an overview of the federal criminal law regime, its operation within State and Territory courts and the specialised work of the Commonwealth DPP.
Thursday 13 February 2025, 3.00pm – 4.00pm

Mediation & the Dangers of Diluting the Process

With Tanjil Whitnell , James Cook University
Tanjil Whitnell explores the critical risks associated with mediation’s growing popularity and increasing use in mandated contexts.
Tuesday 18 February 2025, 11.00am – 12.00pm

Using the Law to Prevent Homelessness

With Stephen Grace , LawRight
Stephen Grace from LawRight discusses how legal services can be a powerful tool in preventing and ending homelessness.
Tuesday 25 February 2025, 2.00pm – 3.00pm

Youth Justice: Rights & Dignity

With Hayley Fox , Legal Aid Queensland
Hayley Fox from Legal Aid provides an in-depth exploration of the legal framework and principles governing Youth Justice in Queensland.
Tuesday 11 March 2025, 10.00am – 11.00am

The Modern Company Secretary

With Sean Johnson , Lakefield Drive
Governance Expert Sean Johnson discusses the regulatory demands and compliance required for the role of the modern company secretary.
Tuesday 18 March 2025, 11.00am – 12.00pm

Youth & DV

With Maneesha Prakash , Youth Advocacy Centre
Maneesha Prakash presents on the complex and often overlooked experiences of youth applicants and respondents in domestic violence matters.
Monday 31 March 2025, 3.00pm – 4.00pm

Hot Pursuit

With Dr Michael Underdown , James Cook University
Dr. Michael Underdown presents on the legal and operational complexities of "hot pursuit" in international maritime law.
Thursday 29 May 2025, 11.00am - 12.00pm

Navigating NDIS Reform

With Nathan Lee , Centacare FNQ
Nathan Lee from Centacare FNQ explores the impact of NDIS reforms on service providers and the disability sector in Queensland.
Thursday 5 June, 2.00pm - 3.00pm

Employment Law Essentials for 2025

With Dr Louise floyd , James Cook University
Dr Louise Floyd discusses the key changes and developments in Employment Law for 2025.
Tuesday 10 June, 1.00pm - 2.00pm

The Right to a Healthy Environment

With Naim Santoso-Miller , Environmental Defenders Office (EDO)
Naim Santoso-Miller explores how changes to Qld’s Human Rights Act could impact Queensland’s legal and environmental landscape.
16 June 2025, 1.00pm - 2.00pm

Child Protection & QCAT: Do No Harm

With Julie Ford , Tribunal Member
Julie Ford presents on the critical role of the Queensland Civil and Administrative Tribunal (QCAT) in child protection cases.
Tuesday 8 July 2025, 11.00am – 12.00pm

Indigenous People, Crime & Punishment

With Lorelei Billing , Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Legal Service (ATSILS)
Lorelei Billing from ATSILS explores the complex relationship between Indigenous people, crime and punishment.
Wednesday 23 July 2025, 3.00pm - 4.00pm

The Power of Conflict Coaching

With Dr Judith Rafferty , James Cook University
Dr Judith Rafferty explores how Conflict Coaching helps individuals navigate and resolve conflicts effectively.
Tuesday 29 July, 11.00am - 12.00pm

Psychological Reports in Criminal Cases

With Claire Grant & Catherine Stipis , 31 Sturt Chambers & The Forensic Psychology Studio
Criminal Barrister Claire Grant and Forensic Psychologist Catherine Stipis explore the significance of psychological reports in criminal proceedings.
Thursday 25 September 2025, 12.00pm – 1.00pm

The New ART – Same but Different?

With Trent Glover SC , Public Law Senior Counsel & Adjunct Professor at JCU
Trent Glover SC explores jurisdictional and procedural changes in the new Administrative Review Tribunal (ART).
Tuesday 30 September 2025, 12.00pm – 1.00pm [AEST]

Domestic Violence & Advocacy

With Rowan King , RK Law
Rowan King from RK Law presents on the major legal reforms set to reshape Queensland’s approach to DFV in 2025.
Thursday 9 October, 11.00am – 12.00pm

Teaching Law in the GenAI Era

With Dr Karnika Bansal , James Cook University
Dr Karnika Bansal from JCU presents on how generative AI is transforming the landscape of higher legal education.
Thursday 16 October, 11.00am - 12.00pm

Warts & All: Law in Practice

With Thomas Feeney , Trinity Chambers
Barrister Thomas Feeney shares practical insights into the realities of life after law school.
Tuesday 28 October 2025, 11.00am – 12.00pm

Rethinking Child Safety in QLD

With Kulumba Kiyingi , Queensland Indigenous Family Violence Legal Service (QIFVLS)
QIFVLS Senior Policy Officer Kulumba Kiyingi presents on the urgent need for reform in Queensland’s child protection system.
Thursday 6 November 2025, 11.00am – 12.00pm

Legal Info, Shared Right

With Penney Ferguson , First Nations Women's Legal Services Qld
Penney Ferguson presents on how community legal practices can responsibly share legal knowledge in the digital age.
Friday 14 November 2025, 11.00am – 12.00pm

Precision Medicine in a Legal Context

With Deanne Drummond , Reaston Drummond Law
Deanne Drummond from Reaston Drummond Law presents on using precision medicine in a legal context to help improve the capacity and functioning of victims of trauma.
Friday 21 November 2025, 11.00am – 12.00pm

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NQ Schools Constitutional Convention for ATSI Students

The annual Queensland Schools Constitutional Conventions are for secondary students of humanities, social sciences and legal studies from the state, catholic and independent schooling sectors.

Queensland Schools Constitutional Conventions:

  • Educate senior secondary students about the Australian Constitution and how it guides democracy
  • Include opportunities for students to listen to speakers presenting perspectives on a constitutional issue and to participate in debates and plebiscites
  • Provide the basis for the election of Queensland's delegate team to attend the National Schools Constitutional Conventions (NSCC) held in Canberra each year.

JCU’s College of Business, Law and Governance supports the annual North Queensland Schools Constitutional Convention for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Students, which is run in partnership with the Queensland Government's Department of Education and Training. The topics debated have included How to include Indigenous people in the Australian Constitution?; Raising Awareness of Constitutional Reform and Should the Australian House of Representatives have one allocated Indigenous seat from each State and Territory?

The College of Business, Law and Governance hosts a networking function for Townsville and Cairns Industry and JCU Business and Commerce Students. This event is an opportunity for our business and law students to hear from, and network with, professionals working in those areas and JCU alumni, in order to build connections within their chosen industries.