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Join us for the 2024 JCU Mayo Lecture with His Honour Judge Jarro
Date: Friday 27 September 2024
Time: 6.00pm – 7.00pm
Location: Bld 142, Room 111, Science Place Lecture Theatre, JCU Townsville, Bebegu Yumba Campus, Douglas

The 2024 Annual Mayo Lecture presented by James Cook University will be delivered by His Honour Judge Jarro. The Mayo Lecture is a distinguished annual event organised by the College of Business, Law, and Governance in collaboration with the James Cook University Law Students Society (JCULSS).

This prestigious lecture series is held in honour of Mrs Marylyn Mayo, a foundational law staff member at JCU. This year's Mayo Lecture is titled “An Aboriginal Perspective (from the Bench),” and we are delighted to announce that His Honour Judge Jarro will be reflecting on Indigenous representation within juries. The lecture promises to deliver insightful perspectives on this vital aspect of our justice system.

The event will take place at the Bebegu Yumba Campus in Douglas, Townsville, and will be followed by a networking function that will allow participants to engage with one another. If you wish to attend the LIVE STREAMING, please register for a ‘General Admission – Online’ Ticket.

Registration for the Networking Function is essential and in addition to registration for the Lecture itself.

Please register for the Networking Function https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/2024-jcu-mayo-lecture-networking-function-tickets-965474268527

To register your attendance for the Lecture please visit the below link. https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/2024-jcu-mayo-lecture-tickets-965473145167

2024 JCU Mayo Lecture The 2024 Mayo Lecture will be delivered by His Honour Judge Jarro titled ‘An Aboriginal Perspective (from the Bench)’.

Over the past few days in Jakarta, our students immersed themselves in language, culture, cuisine, and tourism classes at Sekolah Tinggi Pariwisata Trisakti.

They also visited the Ministry of Tourism and Creative Economy to learn about tourism marketing and explored the hospitality industry with a visit to Rà Suites Simatupang. .

What an incredible experience so far—one our students are sure to never forget!

Our Associate Professor Denis Tolkach has just touched down in Jakarta with our students as part of the New Colombo Plan Program! This prestigious initiative by the Australian Government offers our undergraduates scholarships and grants to live, study, and gain valuable experience through internships, tours and mentorships across the Indo-Pacific region. We look forward to keeping you up to date with their exciting journey across Indonesia 😀 JCU: James Cook University, Australia

Last week in Townsville, we hosted our Annual Legal Studies Conference with students from across the region!

A huge thank you to our amazing presenters: Mr Nicolas Douglas, Dr Bill Mitchell, Ms Merissa Martinez, Ms Lorelei Billing, Mr Michael Murray, Ms Filitsa Kounias, Dr Neil Dunbar, Dr Anthony Marinac, and Ms Susan Hatherell

Your insights and expertise made the event a great success!🪒

Last week in Cairns, we hosted our Annual Legal Studies Conference with students from across the region. A huge thank you to our amazing presenters: Hayley Fox, Rachelle Logan, Donna Patane, Prof Gary Meyers, Renee Lees, Inter Alia Law Student Society, and Tanjil Whitnell! Your insights and expertise made the event a great success!

We look forward to welcoming the Townsville Region students on campus tomorrow for their Legal Studies Conference! 🪒

We recently had the privilege of hosting the Queensland Schools Constitutional Convention for North Queensland Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Students! A huge congratulations to the incredible students who will be heading to Parliament House in Canberra next year. We can’t wait to see the bright futures that lie ahead for each of you!

A massive thank you to our JCU BArts & BLaws student, Tenason Stark who attended the event as a guest speaker. His journey into law began as a student at not just one, but two of the constitutional convention events. It so nice to see the journey from secondary student to university student to have heard Tenason tell his story.

The CBLG, BSA & LSS Trivia Night was held last week and what a great night it was! 😊Congratulations to the winners! We look forward to hosting another one in the near future.

After the success of the inaugural Firm Crawl last year, we would like to invite our college students to the 2024 Firm Crawl!

This is a FREE event that provides an insider’s peek into the “Big 4” of Townsville; Carey Group, Findex, KPMG and PVW you will gain insights into the world of finance, accounting and business consultancy.

When: Friday, 9 August
Time: 9am – 1pm.
Where: commencing at PVW Partners – 52 Walker Street Townsville, progressing to Findex, KPMG and concluding at Carey Group.

Places are limited so mark it on your calendar and register on the link below to secure your spot!
https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/jcu-student-firm-crawl-tickets-948585975187?aff=oddtdtcreator

Join us for the 2024 JCU Law Seminar Series: Examining Medical Negligence with Laura Neil
Date: Thursday 25 July 2025, 4.00pm – 5.00pm
Location: Online & Level 1, Room 111, JCU Cairns, Bada-jali City Campus, 36 Shields St, Cairns City

When a medical professional fails to take reasonable care to prevent injury to a patient, this is knowns as medical negligence. Join Barrister Laura Neil, for an insightful presentation on the legal options available when pursuing a medical negligence claim, covering the key elements and common scenarios encountered in such cases.

This seminar will offer valuable insights into the defenses that may be raised, the importance of causation, and the governing legislation that guides these claims. Laura will also explore the concept of contributory negligence and how harm and damages are assessed in medical negligence cases. Whether you're a legal practitioner seeking to enhance your expertise or a healthcare professional navigating the complexities of negligence law, this presentation offers a comprehensive overview that promises to inform and empower.

Don't miss this opportunity to deepen your understanding of medical negligence law and its implications.

To register your attendance for this event please visit the below link.

Examining Medical Negligence with Laura Neil – JCU Seminar Series Join Barrister Laura Neil, for an insightful presentation on the legal options available when pursuing a medical negligence claim.

🌟 JCU Open Day! 🌟

Over Friday and Saturday, we had the pleasure of welcoming students to our JCU Townsville, Bebegu Yumba campus, Douglas campus. Seeing their eyes light up as they explored our new Enterprise Exchange Building and engaged in trading lab activities was an exciting time for us! We loved watching students and their families interact with our academics and industry professionals, discussing both the academic side of our programs and the realities of various careers (who could become their future employers!).

A big thank you to everyone who made this event such a success! We're excited to do the same in Cairns over the 26 - 27 July! 😁

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Academic Integrity Ambassadors Mini Carnival Game Event! 🪇
Thursday 18 July 2024 | 10am - 12 noon
Building 27 Communal Study Area

Free to play - *Prizes include donuts, chocolates and more!
*Limited numbers available

AWARD CATEGORY || The 𝐄𝐦𝐞𝐫𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐫 𝐄𝐱𝐜𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐀𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐝 (proudly sponsored by JCU: College of Business, Law and Governance) acknowledges an outstanding individual, aged 18 – 35, who has demonstrated strong leadership qualities, is committed to personal and professional development, and has made a positive contribution to the Cairns community.

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Exciting Opportunity Alert - The Data and Digital Cadet Program at the APS Academy Campus based at JCU Bebegu Yumba Campus!
As a data or digital cadet you’ll be employed by the Australian government, supported to complete your studies and explore different data or digital careers. You’ll get to make use of your degree and interests while gaining valuable industry experience, solving problems and making a difference to the Australian community.

The Data and Digital Cadet Program offers you the flexibility to balance study and work by allocating specific days for your work responsibilities and other days for study commitments.
While on the Data and Digital Cadet Program, you’ll further develop your skills and expertise, get hands on experience and undertake specialised learning to guide your desired career pathway in government. Career coaching and networks provide the opportunity to mix with specialists who will guide you academically and professionally. https://www.jcu.edu.au/engage/sponsorships/career-pathways-data-and-digital-programs

Applications are currently open and close 11:30pm (AEST) Monday 15 July 2024. Visit the application portal through this link. https://www.apsjobs.gov.au/s/career-pathways-home/career-pathways-program/digital-cadet-program-MC2Y4IYRMG2VE2JN733D7J7KFQY4?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAR1PxKAzllMr_kuCI2-MS3svbD1e8D4pvEB6uOl99bDMOApW_vykfIV0TVg_aem_bqOLdyBNP9fzyO8QESfYsw

Join us for the 2024 JCU Law Seminar Series: Pioneering Prison Abolition with Debbie Kilroy OAM founder of Sisters Inside.
Date: Tuesday 16 July 2024, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Location: This is an online event

Join us for a captivating event featuring the remarkable Debbie Kilroy OAM, a trailblazing advocate who has transformed adversity into action. From her own turbulent journey, including experiencing incarceration from a young age, Debbie has emerged as a beacon of change, dedicated to ending the cycle of criminalisation and imprisonment of women and girls.

Founder of Sisters Inside and Kilroy & Callaghan Lawyers, Debbie is a fearless abolitionist championing the dismantling of the Prison Industrial Complex. Her groundbreaking work, fueled by the belief in "nothing about us without us," has led to the establishment of the National Network of Incarcerated and Formerly Incarcerated Women and Girls, amplifying their voices to reshape the landscape of justice in our nation. Don't miss this opportunity to be inspired and empowered by Debbie's unwavering commitment to justice reform.

To register your attendance for this event please visit the below link.

Pioneering Prison Abolition with Debbie Kilroy OAM – JCU Law Seminar Series Debbie Kilroy OAM shares her turbulent journey with the prison system and her trailblazing work to abolish it.

First year CBLG students! Drop into building 27 to see Jodie and Meg and enjoy a chat, coffee and cake on us until 12pm 🍰☕️

Join us for the 2024 JCU Law Seminar Series: Mayday! Mayday! with Dr Michael Underdown
Date: Tuesday 9 July 2024 at 10.00am – 11.00am
Location: Online & Bld B001 (Library), Room 101, JCU Cairns, Nguma-bada Campus, Smithfield

Join Dr. Michael Underdown, an experienced maritime and port lawyer and senior research fellow at the Cairns Institute at James Cook University, for an engaging presentation on Maritime and Port Law.

Delve into riveting topics such as ship arrest, piracy, and hot pursuit within the context of maritime law. Discover how these intriguing aspects of maritime law intersect with the bustling activities of Cairns, a port with a cruise terminal, a RAN patrol boat base, and various port industries.

Dr. Underdown will navigate through legal complexities with his many years of expertise making this presentation both informative and entertaining. Don't miss out on this opportunity to expand your knowledge of this often overlooked area of the law.

To register your attendance for this event please visit the below link.

Mayday! Mayday! with Dr Michael Underdown – JCU Law Seminar Series Join Dr. Michael Underdown, Senior Research Fellow at the Cairns Institute (JCU), for an engaging presentation on Maritime and Port Law.

A great opportunity for our sports and events management students to be involved in the Townsville Multisport World Championships! For more information on this great opportunity please visit

Volunteers – Townsville Multisport World Championships Be Part of Something Monumental: Join our Volunteer Team for the 2024 World Triathlon Multisport World Championship – Townsville – 15-25 August 2024!

What a fantastic way to kick off our Friday! A huge thank you to our wonderful colleagues, Jenny and Jane, for putting on a delightful morning tea to celebrate their birthdays and our move into the new building. 🏢🎂

Students are you keen for a tourism, language and cultural immersion trip to Jakarta Indonesia? Take a look at the New Colombo Plan Program and contact [email protected] to find out further information!

This week, we welcomed our Townsville CBLG first-year students to our new Enterprise Exchange Building for lunch! We can't wait to watch these students grow in their studies, develop their skills, and create unforgettable memories together.✨

Stay tuned for more photos of our new home! 📸🏢

Join us for the 2024 JCU Law Seminar Series: Advocating Change for Rwanda with Victoire Ingabire Umuhoza
Date: Thursday 13 June 2024, 3.00pm – 4.00pm
Location: This is an online event

Join us for an insightful presentation examining the cases of Ms. Victoire Ingabire Umuhoza and Ms. Diane Rwigara, both notable for their involvement in Rwandan politics and subsequent legal proceedings. In 2010, Ms. Ingabire expressed her intention to run for the presidency, resulting in a 15-year prison sentence, while Ms. Rwigara faced a year-long trial after her 2017 candidacy.

These cases highlight challenges surrounding political participation in Rwanda and raise questions about the judicial process and protection of political rights. With Ms. Ingabire seeking rehabilitation for the upcoming 2024 elections, the implications for Rwanda's political landscape are significant. This presentation will offer an analysis of these cases and discuss potential reforms to ensure fair political expression and participation. Don't miss this opportunity to gain insight into these important issues.

To register your attendance for this event please visit the below link.
https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/868122958137

Join us for the 2024 JCU Law Seminar Series: Family Law in Focus with Toni Bell & Jade Coshaw from Legal Aid Queensland.
Date: Thursday 6 June 2024 at 10.00am – 11.00am

Location: Online & Level 1, Room 111, JCU Cairns, Bada-Jali City Campus, 36 Shields St, Cairns City

Join us for an enlightening presentation on the Family Law System, featuring Toni Bell, Director of Family Law and Civil Justice, and Jade Coshaw, Acting Principal Lawyer (Family Law), both from Legal Aid Queensland. Toni's extensive experience, spanning over two decades, brings invaluable insights into the role of Independent Children's Lawyers and Legal Aid's crucial services in remote and regional areas.

Jade, an accredited specialist in Family Law, adds her expertise, focusing on complex parenting and property matters. Together, they offer a compelling overview of Legal Aid Queensland's impactful work and the importance of accessible justice for all families. Register now to gain essential knowledge and inspiration.

To register your attendance for this event please visit the below link.
https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/881142560117

We are thrilled to announce an advanced stranding agreement with The Australian Institute of Company Directors, granting 3 credit points towards their Master of Business Administration 2-Year program.​
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Join us for the 2024 JCU Law Seminar Series: Family Law in Focus with Toni Bell & Jade Coshaw from Legal Aid Queensland.
Date: Thursday 6 June 2024 at 10.00am – 11.00am

Location: Online & Level 1, Room 111, JCU Cairns, Bada-jali City Campus, 36 Shields St, Cairns City

Join us for an enlightening presentation on the Family Law System, featuring Toni Bell, Director of Family Law and Civil Justice, and Jade Coshaw, Acting Principal Lawyer (Family Law), both from Legal Aid Queensland. Toni's extensive experience, spanning over two decades, brings invaluable insights into the role of Independent Children's Lawyers and Legal Aid's crucial services in remote and regional areas.

Jade, an accredited specialist in Family Law, adds her expertise, focusing on complex parenting and property matters. Together, they offer a compelling overview of Legal Aid Queensland's impactful work and the importance of accessible justice for all families. Register now to gain essential knowledge and inspiration.

To register your attendance for this event please visit the below link.

Family Law in Focus with Toni Bell & Jade Coshaw – JCU Law Seminar Series Legal Aid Queensland’s Toni Bell & Jade Coshaw will offer an overview on the Family Law System.

We are excited to announce that Dr Reza Akbari has launched the publication, "The Road to Outsourcing 4.0 - Next-Generation Supply Chain”.

In this book, Reza explores the transformative impact of emerging technologies such as AI, cloud computing, and IoT on the landscape of outsourcing. It offers updated best practices for navigating the post-COVID era, along with insights into sustainable practices and the introduction of the concept of 'Outsourcing 4.0'.

Each chapter has been carefully written to provide actionable insights, supplemented with real-world case studies and strategies tailored for industry professionals.

Whether you are an experienced practitioner or an aspiring entrepreneur, this book will provide invaluable insights.

For further information on this publication, please visit https://link.springer.com/book/10.1007/978-981-97-2708-7

Join us for the 2024 JCU Law Seminar Series: A Legal Lens on Diversity with Tilé Imo & Olamide Kowalik

Date: Monday 27 May 2024, 10.00am – 11.00am
Location: Bld 028, Room 003, JCU Townsville, Bebegu Yumba Campus, Douglas.

What does diversity in law look like to you? In Season 1 of the 'Tilé and Olly Meets' podcast, the theme was 'Lens on Diversity'. Join us as these podcast co-hosts, lawyers, and JCU alums, Tilé and Olly, take you through some of the key lessons they have learned from their podcast. During their first season they met with lawyers, barristers, judges, and justice advocates of diverse backgrounds.

Their 23 podcast guests varied in age, gender, sexuality, race, faith and disability to name a few. What were their thoughts on diversity? How were they applying their lived experiences to their legal practice? What resources or frameworks have helped them to navigate diversity? This presentation will explore some of these answers, as well as tap into Tilé and Olly’s own lived and practice experiences in law. You will not want to miss this opportunity to have a fresh new lens on diversity in the legal profession.

To register your attendance for this event please visit the below link.

A Legal Lens on Diversity with Tilé Imo & Olamide Kowalik – JCU Law Series Tilé Imo & Olamide Kowalik (Olly) share their Legal Lens on Diversity, based from their popular legal podcast, “Tilé and Olly Meets".

Last week, our College had a fantastic time at Beef Week 2024 in Rockhampton! It was an incredible opportunity to connect with students interested in pursuing careers in business, commerce, and law.

Are you interested in being part of a world class event team? The IRONMAN Group are looking for students to get involved in the delivery of the 2024 Cairns Airport IRONMAN Cairns Asia-Pacific Championship.

Paid casual roles are available throughout the event period of 10-18 June. We also have several fun and engaging volunteer roles on race weekend (Saturday 15th and Sunday 16th June) in Palm Cove or Cairns for groups looking to raise tax free funds for their school, club, team, or organisation.

This is a great opportunity to network, get a behind-the-scenes look at an iconic Cairns event and be amongst the action with more than 5,000 athletes and 10,000 spectators expected.

To find out more email [email protected].

🎓🌟 What an unforgettable moment it was to watch our graduates cross the stage yesterday! Congratulations to each and every one of you on this incredible achievement. 🎉 Your hard work, dedication, and perseverance has paid off, and we couldn't be prouder. 🙌

As you embark on this new chapter of your lives, remember that JCU: James Cook University, Australia will always be your second home. 🏠 We're here to support you every step of the way, cheering you on as you chase your dreams. 🌟 The world is your oyster, and we can't wait to see the amazing things you'll accomplish. 💼💫

Stay connected, keep in touch, and never forget that you'll forever be a part of the JCU family. 🎓