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DFV Defendant Diversionary Scheme
In its first report, the Women’s Safety and Justice Taskforce recommended the creation of a court based diversionary scheme for first time offenders charged with contravening a DVO. That recommendation was passed into law. In May 2025, the Brisbane Magistrates Court will commence a pilot […]
Criminal Case Law Update
An update on recent case law from the High Court and Court of Appeal relevant to criminal law practice. Presenter or Train details Will Prizeman – Counsel, Public Defender Chambers, LAQ Target Audience This course is targeted at Criminal lawyers.
Current cyber safety trends and the board’s role
Institute of Community Directors Australia and 4Walls Cyber Advisory present a free webinar exploring the latest trends in cyber safety and the evolving role of boards in protecting organisational assets. This session is designed to provide directors with critical insights into the current threat landscape, as […]
News
Queensland Community Legal Centres celebrates funding uplift
Christmas has come early for Queensland’s Community Legal Centres with the Attorney-General this week announcing a $142 million funding uplift for the sector. Community Legal Centres Queensland Director Rosslyn Monro said the injection of funding comes at a critical time. “Queensland Community Legal Centres are […]
What to do if you need help over the holiday season
Community Legal Centres Queensland will be closed from Friday 20 December 2024 until Monday 6 January 2025. If you need to contact a community legal centre over the holiday period – you can search for your local centre here: https://www.communitylegalqld.org.au/find-legal-help/ Please note that many centres will […]
Community Legal Centres Queensland AGM Notice
Community Legal Centres Queensland will hold its Annual General Meeting for all members at the Queensland Law Society, 179 Ann Street, Brisbane at 2:00pm on Monday 4 November 2024. The Agenda, the Minutes of the previous Annual General Meeting, the Annual Report and the Audited Financial Report will […]
Success Stories
Overturning refusal of parole address
Peter* is an Aboriginal man in his late 20s who is serving a sentence for robbery offences. He has been diagnosed with an intellectual disability and has limited literacy. He is in a long-term relationship with his partner and they have 3 children together, including […]
Townsville Community Law helps Sophie after she was scammed
Scams are getting harder to spot and can have a devestating impact on peoples lives. Sophie* attended a Townsville Community Law outreach clinic after she had lost $13,000 through a text message spoofing scam. Sophie had received a text message that looked like it was […]
Advocating for autonomy and independence
Ahmed, a 75-year-old widower, was living alone in his own home until a health event resulted in a hospital admission. When Ahmed was admitted it appeared he was struggling to retain information and seemed confused. Hospital staff were concerned about Ahmed’s safety and wellbeing if […]