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wednesday-18th
melbourne
Free legal health checks
Free legal health checks
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melbourne
Free legal advice, referrals and BBQ (Frankston)
Peninsula Community Legal Centre will be visiting Orwil Street Community House to offer free legal advice and referrals. Job Advocates will also be present to discuss employment and training support.
Frankston
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wednesday-18th
online-event women
Do you have lived experience of the justice system? (Online)
Seek support, solidarity and build your social connections with other women with shared experiences.
Online
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wednesday-18th
melbourne women
Do you have lived experience of the justice system? (Melbourne CBD)
Seek support, solidarity and build your social connections with other women with shared experiences.
Melbourne
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has-no-dates monday-16th tuesday-17th wednesday-18th thursday-19th friday-20th saturday-21st sunday-22nd
on-demand online-event young-people
How to spot wage theft (Podcast)
Young people often experience wage theft. Learn about common work problems young people face and how to get help.
Podcast
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thursday-19th
online-event
Bail applications and the rise of the online court environment
If you are charged with a serious criminal offence, you may need to apply to a court for bail to be released from custody. Attend a mock bail hearing to find out what factors are considered in the decision process and how the Online Magistrates' Court has transformed access to justice.
Online
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wednesday-18th
regional-victoria
Coffee with a cop (Shepparton)
Coffee with a cop (Shepparton)
Shepparton
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thursday-19th
online-event wills
Will planning information session (Online)
What happens with your super and life insurance? Testamentary trusts – do you need them? What happens if you die without a will? These questions and more answered.
Online
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regional-victoria wills
Free 30-minute telephone consultation with a wills and estates solicitor (Bendigo)
Is the idea of engaging a solicitor for help with your estate plan daunting because you're unsure how much it will cost? Get a free telephone consultation this Law Week.
Bendigo
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wednesday-18th
online-event discrimination
The Koori Court: Culturally appropriate and inclusive sentencing
The Koori Court plays an essential role in providing a culturally appropriate sentencing option for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander offenders. So what role do Koori Court officers, Elders and Respected Persons play?
Online
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monday-16th
melbourne
Know your rights (Broadmeadows)
A legal education session for Arabic speaking people in Melbourne's northern metropolitan region to learn about fines and infringements, employment law, tenancy and unfair contracts.
Broadmeadows
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friday-20th
melbourne
Legal pop-up (Moonee Ponds)
Not sure about a Centrelink issue, debts or fines, family law, your public housing tenancy rights, parking or pet laws? Moonee Valley Legal Service may be able to help.
Moonee Ponds
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tuesday-17th
melbourne
Legal pop-up (Avondale Heights)
Not sure about a Centrelink issue, debts or fines, family law, your public housing tenancy rights, parking or pet laws? Moonee Valley Legal Service may be able to help.
Avondale Heights
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thursday-19th
melbourne
Legal pop-up (Niddrie)
Not sure about a Centrelink issue, debts or fines, family law, your public housing tenancy rights, parking or pet laws? Moonee Valley Legal Service may be able to help.
Niddrie
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online-event
Understanding Planning
Discover how VCAT planning cases work and the often incredible detail (and work!) that goes into them.
Online
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online-event renting
Renting and VCAT: Our Residential Tenancies Division
Learn what happens when you take a rental property dispute to VCAT.
Online
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wednesday-18th
melbourne young-people discrimination
Your rights at work (Footscray)
Understand your rights and responsibilities in the workplace and learn where to seek help when you need it.
Footscray
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friday-20th
online-event
Why the Assessment and Referral Court works
Did you know there’s a court working to reduce the overrepresentation of offenders with cognitive impairments? Join Magistrate Ros Porter and other members of the Assessment and Referral Court (ARC) team, to hear how the court works and the role it’s playing in transforming people’s lives.
Online
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wednesday-18th
online-event
Magistrates’ Court Victoria’s Specialist Family Violence Courts
Hear from Magistrate Therese McCarthy about how MCV has transformed family violence court services.
Online
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thursday-19th
online-event
Breaking the cycle of crime through drug and alcohol rehabilitation
Join Magistrate Suzie Cameron to learn how the Drug Court works and hear from a graduate who will provide a unique perspective on how the court is changing lives.
Online
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friday-20th
online-event
I think I have been overcharged by my lawyer, what do I do now?
No one should be unfairly charged by their lawyers. In this session, we'll explain how to find out if you've been unreasonably charged and what to do next.
Online
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thursday-19th
regional-victoria women
Ask Annette – your questions about separation and divorce answered (Bendigo)
Dispel myths and get the facts in an hour with Annette Brewer, Accredited Family Law Specialist & Partner at HQ Law, at Bendigo Library.
Bendigo
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has-no-dates monday-16th tuesday-17th wednesday-18th thursday-19th friday-20th saturday-21st sunday-22nd
on-demand online-event
Lives in the Law – His Honour Magistrate Tony Parsons (Podcast)
This episode features His Honour Magistrate Tony Parsons who spent years advocating for drug law reform while driving taxis and didn’t come to the law until his late 20s.
Podcast
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on-demand online-event
Lives in the Law – Coroner John Olle (Podcast)
This episode features Coroner John Olle who relishes the opportunity to make systematic change and work towards preventing future tragedies.
Podcast
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has-no-dates monday-16th tuesday-17th wednesday-18th thursday-19th friday-20th saturday-21st sunday-22nd
on-demand online-event
Lives in the Law – Julian McMahon SC, AC (Podcast)
This episode features Julian McMahon SC, AC – a barrister at the Victorian Bar who came to international prominence representing Australians on death row.
Podcast
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thursday-19th
online-event
Day in the life of a court registrar
You’ve heard of judges and magistrates, but do you know about the other people who are involved in the day-to-day operations of the court? Step into the shoes of a Magistrates’ Court Victoria court registrar
Online
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tuesday-17th
online-event
Day in the life of a court registrar
You’ve heard of judges and magistrates, but do you know about the other people who are involved in the day-to-day operations of the court? Step into the shoes of a Magistrates’ Court Victoria court registrar.
Online
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thursday-19th
online-event regional-victoria
How to spot legal issues in your community (Belmont)
Learn how to do a legal health check, get free resources and access to a free community worker online training program.
Geelong
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wednesday-18th
regional-victoria
Everyday responsibilities getting you down? Come talk to us at Darley Neighbourhood House
Get help with government programs and your documents certified by a Justice of Peace.
Bacchus Marsh
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thursday-19th
regional-victoria wills
Everything you need to know about wills and powers of attorney (Charlton)
Wondering whether you need a will? And what powers of attorney are? Drop into the Charlton Neighbourhood House and have a chat with lawyer Bill Freeman who can provide answers to your questions.
Charlton
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wednesday-18th
regional-victoria
Not in my neighbourhood – by-laws in Buloke Shire (Charlton)
Unsure of the local laws in Buloke Shire? Here's your chance to ask Buloke Shire by-laws and health officers to find out what you can and can't do.
Charlton
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tuesday-17th
regional-victoria
Legal health check-up (Charlton Shire Hall)
Do a 'legal health check-up' to uncover hidden legal issues you may have and find out how we can help you.
Charlton
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tuesday-17th
regional-victoria
Legal health check-up (Charlton Neighbourhood House)
Do a 'legal health check-up' to uncover hidden legal issues you may have and find out how we can help you.
Charlton
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wednesday-18th
regional-victoria
Meet Victorian Ombudsman Deborah Glass (Geelong)
Meet Ombudsman Deborah Glass and learn about how the Victorian Ombudsman team can help you.
Geelong
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wednesday-18th
melbourne wills
Wills and estates for the LGBTIQ+ community
An expert panel answers common questions on setting up your will, power of attorney and estate as an LGBTIQ+ person.
Melbourne
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tuesday-17th
regional-victoria document-signing
Free e-signing of your documents (Warrnambool)
Join us to learn why e-signing for your legal documents is easy and reliable and access free document signing services.
Warrnambool
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monday-16th
regional-victoria
Legal health check-up (Swan Hill)
Do a 'legal health check-up' to uncover hidden legal issues you may have and find out how we can help you.
Swan Hill
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monday-16th
regional-victoria wills
Learn about powers of attorney (Wendouree)
What is decision-making capacity? Learn about powers of attorney, including the different types.
Ballarat
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monday-16th
regional-victoria wills
How you would like to be cared for later in life? (Wendouree)
Find out how you can put measures in place to ensure that your doctors and carers follow the preferences you have set out.
Ballarat
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tuesday-17th
melbourne
Law Week Pop-up (Melbourne Central)
Find answers at Melbourne Central this Law Week. Representatives from Deakin Law, the Victorian Ombudsman and the Law Institute of Victoria will be available to help you get legal information.
Melbourne
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tuesday-17th
melbourne
Artist and sitter – in conversation with Bill Henson and the Hon. Kenneth Hayne AC QC
The story of one portrait in the Victorian Bar’s collection, the Peter O’Callaghan QC Gallery.
Melbourne
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tuesday-17th
online-event small-business
Copyright your craft
Designers and makers – learn how to protect your work and ideas, and how to be respectful of intellectual property within the wider craft community.
Online
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friday-20th
regional-victoria
Free legal advice (Kyabram)
Book a free 30-minute consultation with a lawyer. The topics covered range from divorce, to financial assistance for victims of crime, the legal issues surrounding buying and selling houses, and more.
Kyabram
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tuesday-17th
regional-victoria
Free legal advice (Echuca)
Book a free 30-minute consultation with a lawyer. The topics covered range from divorce, to financial assistance for victims of crime, the legal issues surrounding buying and selling houses, and more.
Echuca
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tuesday-17th
regional-victoria
Do you know who to call? (Glenelg Shire Council)
Can you distinguish between a local law matter and a police matter? Learn who to contact in the Glenelg Shire for different scenarios.
Portland
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friday-20th
regional-victoria document-signing
Free e-signing of your documents (Seymour)
Join us to learn why e-signing for your legal documents is safe, reliable and efficient. Plus, access free document signing services.
Seymour
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wednesday-18th
regional-victoria document-signing
Free e-signing of your documents (Horsham)
Join us to learn why e-signing for your legal documents is safe, reliable and efficient. Plus, access free document signing services.
Horsham
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wednesday-18th
melbourne
Why is integrity important within the public sector?
Learn why integrity matters and how it is protected.
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tuesday-17th
online-event
Literature and the law – a conversation with Sarah Krasnostein and Jock Serong
Is a background in the law an asset for creative writers? Nick Gadd talks to two of Victoria’s best authors
Online
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thursday-19th
melbourne
Learn about driving and the law (Springvale Library)
Driving laws – there's more to it than you think.
Springvale
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online-event young-people
Fundamentals of Employment Law
Are you being bullied at work? Discriminated against? Think you were unfairly dismissed? Should you be a contractor or employee? Two esteemed Melbourne employment lawyers are here to talk you through the fundamentals.
Online
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wednesday-18th
online-event small-business
Steps towards a fair and lawful termination
Terminating an employee is never an easy task. In this webinar, we will present a simple step-by-step guide to appropriate employee termination and explain ways to protect your business from an unfair dismissal claim by workshopping practical examples and scenarios.
Online
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tuesday-17th
melbourne
Parliament of Victoria Tour (Sold out)
Join an exclusive tour of Victoria’s Parliament House – one of the most important buildings in Australia’s history.
Melbourne
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friday-20th
melbourne
The rights and wrongs of forensics – Sisters in Crime Australia
Forensic investigations can sometimes be flawed. An expert panel will debate what makes forensic science work and what can sometimes make it go wrong.
Melbourne
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wednesday-18th
online-event discrimination
[They Will Use] My First Name Film Launch
Learn about the experiences of people with intellectual disability when they are involved in the criminal justice system. Hear the voices of people with lived experience, and learn how their rights are denied. A panel discussion with a range of experts will follow the film viewing.
Online
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wednesday-18th
melbourne small-business
Pro Bono Indigenous Business Clinic (hotline)
Are you an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander business owner? Get free legal advice from Warlows Legal.
Melbourne
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friday-20th
regional-victoria document-signing
Free e-signing of your documents (Wodonga)
Join us to learn why e-signing for your legal documents is easy and reliable and access free document signing services.
Wodonga
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monday-16th
online-event
Mistreatment of older people and the law
In this Law Institute of Victoria Free Public Webinar, learn how to identify when older people are being abused and what to do if it's happening within your family.
Online
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tuesday-17th
online-event
Building cladding and the law
In this Law Institute of Victoria Free Public Webinar, learn about key legal issues raised by building cladding – from receiving a Building Notice to final removal... and everything in between.
Online
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wednesday-18th
online-event young-people
Protestors rights – human rights and civil liberties in Victoria
What can you do, and what can't you do? In this Law Institute of Victoria Free Public Webinar, learn about your rights as a protester in Victoria.
Online
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thursday-19th
regional-victoria wills
Your will and powers of attorney – learn how to protect yourself (Kyabram)
Learn about powers of attorney, how to protect your assets and ensure decisions are made by people you trust.
Kyabram
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wednesday-18th
regional-victoria wills
Your will and powers of attorney – learn how to protect yourself (Rochester)
Learn about powers of attorney, how to protect your assets and ensure decisions are made by people you trust.
Rochester
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tuesday-17th
regional-victoria wills
Your will and powers of attorney – learn how to protect yourself (Echuca)
Learn about powers of attorney, how to protect your assets and ensure decisions are made by people you trust.
Echuca
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sunday-22nd
melbourne document-signing
Free e-signing of your documents (Diamond Valley)
Join us to learn why e-signing for your legal documents is safe, reliable and efficient. Plus, access free document signing services.
Diamond Valley
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sunday-22nd
melbourne document-signing
Free e-signing of your documents (Eltham)
Join us to learn why e-signing for your legal documents is easy and reliable and access free document signing services.
Eltham
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saturday-21st
melbourne document-signing
Free e-signing of your documents (Watsonia)
Join us to learn why e-signing for your legal documents is easy and reliable and access free document signing services.
Watsonia
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thursday-19th
regional-victoria document-signing
Free e-signing of your documents (Bendigo)
Join us to learn why e-signing for your legal documents is easy and reliable and access free document signing services.
Bendigo
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wednesday-18th
regional-victoria document-signing
Free e-signing of your documents (Hamilton)
Join us to learn why e-signing for your legal documents is easy and reliable and access free document signing services.
Hamilton
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monday-16th
regional-victoria document-signing
Free e-signing of your documents (Ballarat)
Join us to learn why e-signing for your legal documents is easy and reliable and access free document signing services.
Ballarat
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monday-16th
regional-victoria document-signing
Free e-signing of your documents (Colac)
Join us to learn why e-signing for your legal documents is easy and reliable and access free document signing services.
Colac
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tuesday-17th
regional-victoria young-people
Legal health check-up (SuniTAFE Mildura)
You may not realise it, but some of your problems may be legal issues.
Mildura
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wednesday-18th
regional-victoria young-people
Legal health check-up (Wycheproof)
Do a 'legal health check-up' to uncover hidden legal issues you may have and find out how we can help you.
M
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F
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wednesday-18th
regional-victoria young-people
Legal health check-up (Donald)
Do a 'legal health check-up' to uncover hidden legal issues you may have and find out how we can help you.
Donald
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tuesday-17th
regional-victoria young-people
Legal health check-up (Birchip)
Do a 'legal health check-up' to uncover hidden legal issues you may have and find out how we can help you.
Birchip
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wednesday-18th
melbourne women discrimination
Legal issues affecting women (Heidelberg West)
Join us for lunch and learn about legal issues affecting women, including family law, intervention orders and child protection.
Heidelberg West
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thursday-19th
online-event women
Is a ‘friendly’ divorce or separation possible?
How you can save money and avoid cost and trauma of going to court.
Online
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wednesday-18th
online-event women
Navigating surrogacy in Victoria – an introductory guide to the legal issues
Considering surrogacy? Learn how to manage the legal complexities around surrogacy and the donor process in Victoria – for people of all genders and sexualities families and prospective families.
Online
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tuesday-17th
online-event women
Family violence – why psychological and legal service providers need to work together
Hear why people need a range of support services when experiencing family violence, and how these distinct services are actually interconnected.
Online
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thursday-19th
melbourne young-people discrimination
Do you have an acquired brain injury and experience of the criminal justice system?
Learn about your legal rights from those who have similar experiences.
Melbourne
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tuesday-17th
melbourne women
Are you a temporary visa holder experiencing domestic violence? (Rowville)
Learn what help is available and how you can access it.
Rowville
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wednesday-18th
online-event
Where to find legal resources
Discover free sources of case law, legislation and commentary.
Online
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tuesday-17th
online-event young-people women discrimination
The law agrees – there is nothing wrong with being LGBTIQ
Trying to change or hide someone's sexual orientation or gender identity is against the law. Find out if you are being subjected to practices that are actually unlawful.
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thursday-19th
regional-victoria
County Koori Court explained at Shepparton Library
Join guest speakers from the County Koori Court at the Shepparton Library, and learn about this specialised approach to justice and gain a deeper understanding about this unique part of the Victorian court system.
Shepparton
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thursday-19th
online-event
When can physical restraint be authorised by guardians?
New advice on the protections and frameworks for people under guardianship and its potential consequences.
Online
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thursday-19th
online-event young-people
Who are those people in pink vests?
Ever attended a rally or march and wondered what those people in the pink vests were doing? This talk and presentation will show how independent citizen monitoring of police can make a real difference in protecting our human rights.
Online
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tuesday-17th
online-event women discrimination
Working parents and carers – are you being discriminated against?
Did you know that your workplace is required by law to make reasonable accommodations for your parenting and caring responsibilities? Find out more during this webinar.
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has-no-dates monday-16th tuesday-17th wednesday-18th thursday-19th friday-20th saturday-21st sunday-22nd
online-event document-signing
Justices of the Peace near you – ready to witness your documents (online)
Have your documentation witnessed online and free of charge from the comfort of your home or office.
Online
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monday-16th thursday-19th
melbourne document-signing
Justices of the Peace near you – ready to witness your documents (Mornington)
Get your documents witnessed at Mornington Police Station.
Mornington
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thursday-19th
melbourne document-signing
Justices of the Peace near you – ready to witness your documents (Springvale)
Get your documents witnessed at Springvale Library.
Springvale
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regional-victoria document-signing
Justices of the Peace near you – ready to witness your documents (Swan Hill)
Get your documents witnessed at Swan Hill Document Signing Station.
Swan Hill
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friday-20th
melbourne document-signing
Justices of the Peace near you – ready to witness your documents (Altona)
Get your documents witnessed at Altona Police Station.
Altona
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wednesday-18th
online-event
Who assesses the integrity of Victoria Police?
An opportunity to gain a better understanding of IBAC's police oversight role. Learn about IBAC and hear first-hand from IBAC's investigators on how we assess complaints about police, investigate cases of serious police misconduct, and review police investigations of complaints
Online
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wednesday-18th
regional-victoria wills
Free coffee and legal advice (Rye)
Come for a cuppa and ask any questions. Stay for a forum on wills and powers of attorney.
Rye
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tuesday-17th
regional-victoria
Coffee with the Gippsland Community Legal Service (Foster)
An informal chat with a lawyer about common legal issues and where to find support.
Gippsland
M
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F
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thursday-19th
regional-victoria wills
Wills, powers of attorney, advanced care directives. What does it all mean? (Bacchus Marsh)
We will dispel myths and highlight the importance of making sure everything is up to date.
Bacchus Marsh
M
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F
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tuesday-17th
regional-victoria wills
Learn how to create a will (Hamilton)
A free general community information session on wills, estates and powers of attorney. This session will be delivered by local lawyer and resident of Hamilton, Tim Hallam of Hallam Legal.
Hamilton
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online-event women discrimination
Quiz: Is your home life affecting your work?
Learn your legal rights around leave and flexible working arrangements if you are experiencing family violence at home.
Online
M
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T
F
S
S
thursday-19th
regional-victoria wills
Wills and powers of attorney – do I need one? (Drysdale)
Join Ebejer Lawyers and Geelong Regional Libraries for a free info session and Q&A on wills and powers of attorney.
Geelong
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has-no-dates monday-16th tuesday-17th wednesday-18th thursday-19th friday-20th saturday-21st sunday-22nd
online-event women discrimination
Quiz: What employment rights do migrant and visa workers have?
Find out if you are being exploited and learn the legal actions you can take for injustices at work.
Online
M
T
W
T
F
S
S
friday-20th
online-event small-business renting
Resolving disputes over retail and commercial leasing
Learn about how the Victorian Small Business Commission is helping small business tenants and their landlords to avoid or resolve a range of retail and commercial leasing disputes at this time.
Online
M
T
W
T
F
S
S
thursday-19th
regional-victoria wills
Wills and powers of attorney – do I need one? (Geelong West)
Join Ebejer Lawyers and Geelong Regional Libraries for a free info session and Q&A on wills and powers of attorney.
Geelong West, Geelong
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regional-victoria wills
No obligation will review with an experienced lawyer (Castlemaine)
Grainger Legal would like to invite the community to secure a free, no obligation will review appointment with an experienced lawyer. A review appointment would normally cost $150.
Bendigo, Daylesford
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tuesday-17th
online-event small-business
Tips for small business owners to avoid and resolve disputes
Hear Victorian Small Business Commissioner Lynda McAlary-Smith talk about strategies and supports for avoiding and resolving small business disputes in response to COVID-19.
Online
M
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F
S
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friday-20th
Seniors squad! Need help? (Whittlesea)
Join our expert panel as we navigate inheritance impatience, reverse mortgages, debt, Aged Care contracts, wills, powers of attorney, and more. Refreshments provided.
Whittlesea
M
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tuesday-17th
melbourne
Learn about applying for Australian citizenship
Are you eligible to apply for Australian citizenship? Would you like to know how or why you should apply?
Flemington
M
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thursday-19th
regional-victoria
Not in my neighbourhood – by-laws in Corangamite Shire (Simpson)
A face-to-face information session, with question time, on local by-laws within the Corangamite Shire, with a focus on domestic animals and neighbourhood disputes.
Simpson
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F
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tuesday-17th
melbourne
Coffee with a cop (Werribee)
Enjoy a coffee and meet the women and men from Victoria Police who support and protect your local community.
Werribee
M
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W
T
F
S
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thursday-19th
online-event discrimination
Disability Discrimination in Education
Learn about the obligations schools have to enable students with disabilities to access education on the same basis as their peers.
Online
M
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T
F
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wednesday-18th
melbourne young-people
Do you know your road rules? Your rights (Caroline Springs)
Driving in Victoria can be a unique and sometimes confusing experience. Know your rights and obligations, and find out what you can do if you receive a fine.
Caroline Springs
M
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friday-20th
regional-victoria
How would you like to be cared for later in life? (Ballarat)
Find out how you can put measures in place to ensure that your doctors and carers follow the preferences you have set out.
Ballarat
M
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F
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friday-20th
regional-victoria
What is a power of attorney? (Ballarat)
Get expert advice on creating powers of attorney, and access our friendly Justice of the Peace to assist you with the necessary documents.
Ballarat
M
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F
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friday-20th
regional-victoria wills
Creating your will? We can help (Ballarat)
Get expert advice on creating your will, and access our friendly Justice of the Peace to assist you with the necessary documents.
Ballarat
M
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F
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friday-20th
online-event women
Partner visas – can they send me back to my country of origin? (Online)
Facing threats from an abusive partner? Learn how family violence laws relate to partner visa applications, and the special rules that apply.
Online
M
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W
T
F
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tuesday-17th
regional-victoria young-people renting
Can’t pay the rent? Don’t get evicted (Shepparton)
A free presentation by Victoria Legal Aid on rental arrears and your legal options.
Shepparton
M
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thursday-19th
regional-victoria wills
What happens when you can’t make your own big decisions? (Cobram)
A free presentation by Victoria Legal Aid on powers of attorney, guardianship and administration, and the new opportunities that supported decision-making brings to people with reduced decision-making capacity and their supporters.
Cobram
M
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F
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wednesday-18th
regional-victoria young-people
Got a fine? Talk to Victoria Legal Aid at the Library (Nathalia)
Victoria Legal Aid is visiting Nathalia. Sign up for a free and confidential 30-minute conversation about your Victorian fines and the steps you can take to deal with them.
Nathalia
M
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F
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thursday-19th
regional-victoria
Does something not seem right? (Shepparton)
Scammers find new tricks and move onto new platforms all the time. Learn what to watch for and what to do if you think you are the victim of a scam.
Shepparton
M
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F
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thursday-19th
regional-victoria
Does something not seem right? (Mooroopna)
Scammers find new tricks and move onto new platforms all the time. Learn what to watch for and what to do if you think you are the victim of a scam.
Mooroopna
M
T
W
T
F
S
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tuesday-17th
regional-victoria
Does something not seem right? (Cobram)
Scammers find new tricks and move onto new platforms all the time. Learn what to watch for and what to do if you think you are the victim of a scam.
Cobram
M
T
W
T
F
S
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thursday-19th
regional-victoria
Does something not seem right? (Tatura)
Scammers find new tricks and move onto new platforms all the time. Learn what to watch for and what to do if you think you are the victim of a scam.
Tatura
M
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T
F
S
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friday-20th
Conversation with a cop (Euroa)
Visit your local library to meet police officers for an informal chat over coffee.
M
T
W
T
F
S
S
tuesday-17th
regional-victoria
Conversation with a cop (Numurkah)
Visit your local library to meet police officers for an informal chat over coffee.
Numurkah
M
T
W
T
F
S
S
wednesday-18th
regional-victoria
Conversation with a cop (Cobram)
Visit your local library to meet police officers for an informal chat over coffee.
Cobram
M
T
W
T
F
S
S
friday-20th
regional-victoria
Conversation with a cop (Yarrawonga)
Visit your local library to meet police officers for an informal chat over coffee.
Yarrawonga
M
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W
T
F
S
S
wednesday-18th
regional-victoria
Get ‘Court’ at the Shepparton Library!
Get 'Court' by police at the Shepparton Library! Join Leading Senior Constable Chris Cole at the Shepparton Library to learn about the court system and the role of police in the court system.
Shepparton
M
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thursday-19th
regional-victoria
Pet ownership – your rights and responsibilities in Strathbogie Shire (Violet Town)
Calling all pet owners! Animal control is covered by local laws and differs depending on where you are. Join a representative from Strathbogie Shire Council for a group discussion with a specific focus on community safety and preventing dog attacks.
Violet Town
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wednesday-18th
regional-victoria
Get ‘Court’ at the Mooroopna Library!
Get “Court” by police at the Mooroopna Library. Join Leading Senior Constable Chris Cole at the Mooroopna Library to learn about the court system and the role of police in the court system.
Shepparton, Mooroopna
M
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monday-16th
online-event
You be the judge
Learn about sentencing by 'sentencing' a real life case.
Online
M
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F
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thursday-19th
online-event melbourne
Health practitioner? Learn how to communicate better with people with disability
Health practitioner? Learn how to communicate better with people with disability
Online
M
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W
T
F
S
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monday-16th
regional-victoria
A sneak peek inside Bendigo’s future court
Behind the scaffolding – how Bendigo’s future court will put people and the community first.
Bendigo
M
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monday-16th
melbourne
Missing persons – how the forensic and coronial systems search for answers (Sold out)
Have you ever wondered how missing persons cases are investigated in Victoria? What evidence is needed? What happens when remains are found? What role can DNA testing play?
Melbourne
M
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friday-20th
online-event melbourne
Ask the magistrate
The Neighbourhood Justice Centre interviews Magistrate Noreen Toohey. You'll have a chance to ask questions too.
Online
M
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F
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wednesday-18th
regional-victoria wills
Who makes sure the terms of your will are carried out? (Ballarat East)
And what needs to happen before this person can begin? Learn about wills and probate at Ballarat East Neighbourhood House.
Ballarat
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thursday-19th
online-event regional-victoria wills
Who makes sure the terms of your will are carried out? (Online via Zoom)
And what needs to happen before this person can begin? Learn about wills and probate online with Ballarat East Neighbourhood House.
Online, Ballarat
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friday-20th
regional-victoria wills
Wills, powers of attorney and end-of-life planning (Daylesford)
These are all topics people don't want to talk about – until it's too late.
Daylesford
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monday-16th
regional-victoria young-people
Why young people need a will (Birchip)
One of the biggest myths is that only older people need wills, but getting started early can have significant benefits, regardless of how much, or how little you have.
Birchip
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wednesday-18th
regional-victoria
Learn about powers of attorney (Ballarat East)
What is decision-making capacity? Learn about powers of attorney, including the different types.
Ballarat
M
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F
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wednesday-18th
regional-victoria
How would you like to be cared for when you’re older? (Ballarat East)
Learn about legally binding documents that instruct doctors and carers on how you would like to be treated.
Ballarat
M
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T
F
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monday-16th
regional-victoria wills
Creating your will? We can help (Wendouree)
Get expert advice on creating your will, and access our friendly Justice of the Peace to assist you with the necessary documents.
Ballarat
M
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tuesday-17th
online-event melbourne discrimination
Cultural diversity in the law
A panel of County Court judges and staff will discuss the importance of a court reflecting the diverse community in which it serves and what diversity in the law looks like in 2022.
Online
M
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T
F
S
S
friday-20th
online-event
What’s in a sentence?
Hear from County Court of Victoria Chief Judge Peter Kidd and Deputy Chief Judge Meryl Sexton as they provide their unique perspectives in discussing all things sentencing.
Online
M
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W
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F
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wednesday-18th
online-event melbourne young-people women
Consent and the law
A panel of County Court judges will discuss what consent looks like and how it works in the law. This event is designed for students aged 15 and over.
Online
M
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F
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wednesday-18th
regional-victoria women
Family violence – how can you get help? (Corio)
What laws are in place to help protect a person or family member who is suffering family violence? A presentation will be conducted by Michele Tucker, the Principal Solicitor at Deakin Law Clinic.
Geelong, Corio
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wednesday-18th
melbourne
Do you have legal concerns? (Farnham Street Neighbourhood Learning Centre)
Get free legal information provided by Deakin Law Clinic's staff and students to help you with your legal concerns.
Flemington, Melbourne
M
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wednesday-18th
online-event
Raising a concern about a disability worker – who, what, when and how
How to make a complaint to the Victorian Disability Worker Commission, who you might speak with and what could be involved.
Online
M
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W
T
F
S
S
tuesday-17th
online-event
Can you spot a scam?
Want to learn about scams and how to protect yourself online? Join a free live streamed presentation hosted by the eSafety Commissioner at 10 am Tuesday 17 May (AEST).
Online
M
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F
S
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thursday-19th
online-event
Sexual consent and the law – for teachers and youth services providers
This professional learning session explores the law regarding sexual consent and age of consent as it relates to young people, as well as their legal rights and responsibilities with producing, possessing and distributing intimate images.
Online
M
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F
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on-demand young-people
Can we refund 2021? Recouping the costs of COVID cancellations (Podcast)
Are you struggling to get your money back from postponed holidays and cancelled bookings?
Podcast
M
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T
F
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S
has-no-dates monday-16th tuesday-17th wednesday-18th thursday-19th friday-20th saturday-21st sunday-22nd
on-demand
What are my rights at work? (Podcast)
Lawfully Explained is here to guide though the Fair Work’s National Employment Standards.
Podcast
M
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F
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S
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on-demand small-business
Starting a business: what can possibly go wrong? (Podcast)
Lawfully Explained’s expert is here to help.
Podcast
M
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W
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F
S
S
has-no-dates monday-16th tuesday-17th wednesday-18th thursday-19th friday-20th saturday-21st sunday-22nd
on-demand wills
Where there’s a will, there’s a day in court? (Podcast)
Why are wills so complicated?
Podcast
M
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F
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S
has-no-dates monday-16th tuesday-17th wednesday-18th thursday-19th friday-20th saturday-21st sunday-22nd
on-demand young-people renting
How much will this cost me? (Podcast)
When considering hiring a lawyer, this is typically the first question.
Podcast
M
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F
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has-no-dates monday-16th tuesday-17th wednesday-18th thursday-19th friday-20th saturday-21st sunday-22nd
on-demand women
Unhappy marriage, happy divorce? (Podcast)
Why divorce battles turn ugly and how you can navigate the Family Court to avoid post marriage messiness.
Podcast
M
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W
T
F
S
S
has-no-dates monday-16th tuesday-17th wednesday-18th thursday-19th friday-20th saturday-21st sunday-22nd
on-demand young-people
Should I represent myself in court? (Podcast)
There are plenty of perils of representing yourself in court.
Podcast
M
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F
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S
has-no-dates monday-16th tuesday-17th wednesday-18th thursday-19th friday-20th saturday-21st sunday-22nd
on-demand young-people renting
Can my landlord evict my fur baby? (Podcast)
Can a landlord or strata committee just evict or ban a pet for no reason?
Podcast
M
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F
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has-no-dates monday-16th tuesday-17th wednesday-18th thursday-19th friday-20th saturday-21st sunday-22nd
on-demand
Can my neighbour really make me do that? (Podcast)
What happens when bickering turns serious and the legal threats begin?
Podcast
M
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F
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S
has-no-dates monday-16th tuesday-17th wednesday-18th thursday-19th friday-20th saturday-21st sunday-22nd
on-demand
Feeling the strain: can I claim workers comp? (Podcast)
The world of personal injury can be difficult to navigate, especially at a painful time. Learning the laws can help steer a successful recovery.
Podcast
M
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W
T
F
S
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has-no-dates monday-16th tuesday-17th wednesday-18th thursday-19th friday-20th saturday-21st sunday-22nd
on-demand
What rights do temporary visa holders have? (Podcast)
What can lawyers do to pave a smoother road to residency?
Podcast
M
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F
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has-no-dates monday-16th tuesday-17th wednesday-18th thursday-19th friday-20th saturday-21st sunday-22nd
on-demand young-people
I got caught with drugs. Is my life over? (Podcast)
Your life isn't over but the right advice is crucial.
Podcast
M
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F
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has-no-dates monday-16th tuesday-17th wednesday-18th thursday-19th friday-20th saturday-21st sunday-22nd
on-demand young-people renting
I signed a lease so why is my landlord trying to kick me out? (Podcast)
Property law experts reveal the most common legal issues.
Podcast
M
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W
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F
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monday-16th
regional-victoria wills
Why you need a will (Yea)
What happens if you die without a will? Find out why it is important to have a power of attorney.
Yea
M
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F
S
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monday-16th
regional-victoria women
Thinking of getting divorced? (Yea Community House)
Learn about the application process for divorce, how long it will take, what it will cost and more.
Yea
M
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W
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F
S
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monday-16th
regional-victoria women
How to protect yourself from family violence (Yea Community House)
We'll explain what intervention orders are, how you can obtain one, and more.
Yea
M
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W
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F
S
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tuesday-17th
online-event women
Separating from your partner?
What comes next can be overwhelming. In this session, a family law expert will walk you through the steps that come after your decision to end your marriage or de facto relationship.
Online
M
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W
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F
S
S
monday-16th
online-event small-business
The most expensive legal mistakes you can make
Many people get caught off guard when legal disputes and issues arise within their business. In this event, we’ll teach you how to spot the most expensive legal mistakes to help you save money in the long run.
Online
M
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W
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F
S
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tuesday-17th
online-event small-business
Running a competition or giveaway for your business?
It’s not as simple as you might think. We'll teach you how to run one properly to avoid breaking the law.
Online
M
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W
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F
S
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wednesday-18th
online-event small-business
Contractor or employee? Get it right to save your business thousands
Thinking about hiring an independent contractor? It’s more than just a handshake deal. In this event, we’ll teach you how to correctly classify your workers to save you from unwanted disputes and penalties.
Online
M
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W
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F
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tuesday-17th
melbourne
David Whiting: It’s not all fences and trees – the questions people ask
Join us at Sandringham Library to hear David Whiting, one of Melbourne's best-known legal practitioners, discuss the questions people ask.
Melbourne
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monday-16th tuesday-17th wednesday-18th thursday-19th friday-20th sunday-22nd
melbourne
Behind the Lines: the Year in Political Cartoons 2021
It was a year of the ‘new normal’. With ever-present predictive models Australia’s cartoonists made us laugh just as often as they made us think. But most of all they comforted us in the uncertainty that was the year 2021.
Melbourne
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wednesday-18th
melbourne young-people
Do you have legal obligations as a filmmaker?
An introduction to the legal issues that every emerging screen creator needs to know.
Carlton, Melbourne
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wednesday-18th
online-event young-people renting
Rental rights, repairs and refunds
This interactive webinar will cover the journey of being a renter and how you can assert your rights along the way.
Online
M
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W
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F
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thursday-19th
regional-victoria young-people
Let’s talk scams (Corio)
Last year Australians lost more than $320 million due to scams. Join our informative session to gain practical tips and techniques to help you detect, prevent, and avoid scams.
Corio
M
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tuesday-17th
melbourne wills
How to plan for your future – wills and powers of attorney (in-person, Bulleen)
What happens when you can no longer make decisions? Here's what you can do to prepare.
Melbourne
M
T
W
T
F
S
S
tuesday-17th
wills
How to plan for your future – wills and powers of attorney (online via Zoom)
What happens when you can no longer make decisions? Here's what you can do to prepare.
Online
M
T
W
T
F
S
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wednesday-18th
melbourne young-people women
Cyberbullying, sexting and consent (Doncaster East)
Is sexting sexual assault? How to deal with cyberbullying, sexting and consent.
Melbourne
M
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W
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F
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tuesday-17th
melbourne
Eastern Community Legal Centre Information Stall (Bulleen Library)
Need help? Learn about legal issues relevant to you and your community.
Melbourne
M
T
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F
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wednesday-18th
melbourne
Eastern Community Legal Centre Information Stall (The Pines Library)
Need help? Learn about legal issues relevant to you and your community.
Melbourne
M
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T
F
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friday-20th
melbourne
Eastern Community Legal Centre Information Stall (Box Hill Library)
Need help? Learn about legal issues relevant to you and your community.
Melbourne
M
T
W
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F
S
S
monday-16th
regional-victoria wills
Your will and powers of attorney – learn how to protect yourself (Echuca, evening)
Learn about powers of attorney, how to protect your assets and ensure decisions are made by people you trust.
Echuca
M
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W
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F
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wednesday-18th
regional-victoria wills
Your will and powers of attorney – learn how to protect yourself (Rochester, evening)
Learn about powers of attorney, how to protect your assets and ensure decisions are made by people you trust.
Rochester
M
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F
S
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monday-16th
online-event
What your public law librarian can do for you
Learn how the Victoria Legal Aid Public Law Library can help you with your legal research.
Online
M
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W
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F
S
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friday-20th
online-event young-people
Protecting the work rights of international students
Are you an international student looking for work? Or do you work with international students Have you just arrived in Australia? Learn about work rights, identifying risks, and knowledge about tailored legal services to support international students.
Online
M
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F
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tuesday-17th
melbourne young-people
Do you need support to appear in the Magistrates’ Court? (Rowville)
Do you need to appear in the Magistrates' Court for a minor offence? Hear from a legal expert and learn where to get help.
Rowville
M
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thursday-19th
online-event
Cross examine a barrister
Learn about life at the bar and ask your burning question.
Online
M
T
W
T
F
S
S
thursday-19th
Conversation with a cop (Nagambie)
Visit your local library to meet police officers for an informal chat over coffee.
Nagambie
M
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F
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S
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Going to an in-person event? Please consider how you might act sustainably when attending Victorian Law Week. Public transport is a great low-impact way to travel to events, or you could walk or ride a bike.
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