Queensland Justices Association

24/09/2026

Thank you to Dr Christian Rowan MP for recognising the important role our Queensland JPs and CDecs play in supporting their local communities.

It was great to have Dr Rowan join us at the QJA Western Suburbs Branch JP Workshop at Kenmore Library and show his support for our members.

Our workshops provide a great opportunity to learn, share experiences, ask questions and stay connected with the QJA community.

⚖️ Supporting our local Justices of the Peace and Commissioners for Declarations.

This morning, I was delighted to open and support the Queensland Justices Association - Western Suburbs Branch JP Workshop, held locally at the Kenmore Library.

JPs and Cdecs play an incredibly important role in our community and in the everyday functioning of Queensland’s justice system, generously volunteering their time and expertise to assist others.

It is always encouraging to see local residents putting their hands up to become a JP or Cdec, and equally important to acknowledge those who have dedicated often decades to serving our community.

As the State Member for Moggill, I am proud to support local residents through the application process and recognise those reaching significant milestones of service.

👏 Thank you to the Queensland Justices Association and its Western Suburbs Branch for organising today’s workshop, and to all our local JPs and Cdecs for your ongoing service and dedication.

Deb Frecklington MP Cr Greg Adermann

23/09/2026

📰 THE QJA QUARTERLY – SPRING 2026 IS HERE!

Getting it right. Doing it right.

For Queensland’s Justices of the Peace and Commissioners for Declarations, getting the details right really matters.

The Spring 2026 edition of the QJA Quarterly is now available, packed with practical information, QJA news and a look at what’s coming up.

Inside this issue:
🔹 President’s Perspective
🔹 Registrar’s Reflections
🔹 Practical information about attending court in Queensland
🔹 An overview of The Peace & Good Behaviour Act 1982
🔹 The latest news from the JP Unit
🔹 Practical Q&A
🔹 A special preview of QJA Conference 2026
🔹 QJA News and Branch updates
🔹 Out and About
🔹 Our Lighter Side puzzle

Plus, get a sneak peek at our 2026 Conference – Rising to the Challenges: Getting it Right, Doing it Right.

📖 Read the Spring Quarterly here: https://indd.adobe.com/view/037f20de-91ad-4aaa-95e3-d698bc35c91e

If you receive a printed copy, keep an eye on your mailbox — it’ll be arriving soon! 📬

Happy reading!

10/09/2026

QJA CONFERENCE 2026
Rising to the Challenges – Getting it Right, Doing it Right

We’re excited to welcome Jeff Horn, former WBO Welterweight World Champion and National Ambassador for Bullyproof Australia, to QJA Conference 2026 on Saturday, 31 October at the Hotel Grand Chancellor Brisbane.

Jeff’s journey from a Brisbane schoolteacher to world boxing champion is an inspiring story of resilience, determination, self-belief and overcoming adversity.

Today, Jeff uses his experience to help young people build confidence and resilience through his work with Bullyproof Australia, which focuses on helping young people and teachers develop practical strategies to deal with bullying, conflict and challenging situations. His story is about much more than boxing, and we’re looking forward to hearing it.

The Conference program also features:
Chief Justice Helen Bowskill – Opening Address
Meaghan Scanlon MP – Conference Address
President’s Medal Address & Presentation
Artificial Intelligence and the future of JP services
JP Unit – Table discussions and Q&A
Difficult Clients – Practical role play and discussion
Advance Care Planning & EPAs
Panel Discussion & Q&A
Passing the Torch – A True Olympic Legacy
Conference Raffle
Full program coming soon!

📅 Saturday, 31 October 2026
⏰ 9:00 am – 4:30 pm
📍 Hotel Grand Chancellor Brisbane
QJA Members: $115 | Non-Members: $130
Registrations close 2 October 2026.

👉 Register now:
https://www.qja.com.au/QJAPublicSite/QJA_PublicSite/Events-and-Workshops/Conference%202026.aspx?hkey=c2b8ae7a-4cd7-45d2-8576-23f52e363ab6

06/09/2026

💙 Happy Father’s Day 💙

Today we celebrate all the dads, stepdads, grandads and father figures who support, guide and inspire us every day. 👨‍👧‍👦

Wishing you a wonderful Father’s Day filled with family, laughter and a well-deserved break! 👏

Happy Father’s Day from everyone at QJA! 🎉

28/08/2026

⏰ EARLY BIRD CLOSING SOON! ✈️

Have you got your Raffle 33 ticket yet?

Purchase your ticket by 11:59pm AEST Wednesday, 2 September 2026 for your chance to win a $10,000 Flight Centre Voucher! 🎉

✈️ $10,000 Flight Centre Voucher
🎟️ Buy your ticket before 2 September
🏆 Early Bird Draw: 3 September 2026

And that’s not all…

Raffle 33 has an incredible $350,000 First Prize Package, including a Lexus RX 450h+, $175,000 worth of Gold Bullion, more than $36,000 in shopping vouchers and many more prizes!

Every ticket also helps support the Queensland Justices Association and the services, training and resources we provide to Queensland JPs and CDecs.

🎟️ Get your ticket before the Early Bird deadline:
https://www.playforpurpose.com.au/queensland-justices-assoc

Don’t miss out — 2 September is just around the corner! ⏰

Good luck! 🍀

28/08/2026

📚 Time for a JP refresher?

The QJA Western Suburbs Refresher Training – Session 1 is the perfect opportunity to refresh your knowledge, build confidence and connect with fellow JPs.

Our recent Brisbane South Refresher Training was a great success, with over 80 JPs attending and some fantastic feedback:

💬 “Gave me some good pointers to things missing in my knowledge.”

💬 “Meeting other JPs, discussions and exchanging experiences.”

💬 “The information provided was very helpful, clear and easy to understand.”

💬 “Thank you for providing the JPs with a lovely morning tea – much appreciated, and also to the speakers for putting the refresher training together.”

Session 1 covers:
✅ Affidavits
✅ Family Law Documents
✅ Determining Capacity
✅ Enduring Powers of Attorney
✅ Advance Health Directives

📅 Thursday, 24 September 2026
⏰ 9:30 am – 12:30 pm
📍 Kenmore Library, Kenmore Village Shopping Centre
☕ Morning tea provided

💙 QJA Members: $10
💙 Non-Members: $35 — includes 3 months complimentary QJA membership

Hosted by the QJA Western Suburbs Branch.

Whether you’ve been a JP for years or simply want to brush up on your knowledge, this is a great opportunity to refresh, reconnect and strengthen your JP skills.

👉 Book your place:

QJA Refresher Training – Session 1 (Western Suburbs) The Queensland Justices Association is pleased to deliver Refresher Training for existing Justices of the Peace and Commissioners for Declarations. This session is designed to support JPs and Cdecs in maintaining accuracy, confidence, and up-to-...

14/08/2026

💙 Thank You, Brisbane South!

What a fantastic day at our Brisbane South Refresher Training on 8 August!

A huge thank you to Damien Mealey from the JP Unit for their support. Your support goes a long way in helping us deliver valuable training opportunities for JPs and Cdecs across Queensland.

A special thank you to Beverly Alley, President of the ACTJPA, for joining us on the day. We really appreciated your attendance and support.

A special thank you to Corrine McMillan MP - State Member for Mansfield for sponsoring the morning tea and helping make the day such a success.

We’d also like to give a very special thank you to the fabulous catering team at Living Water Uniting Church, Mansfield - Anne, Barb, Brenda and Mal. The morning tea was raved about, with many attendees commenting on how wonderful it was! 👏

Thank you to Ian Ketchion, who kept everything running smoothly from the sound desk! 🎤

Thank you also to the Brisbane South Branch for hosting the event and creating such a welcoming environment for everyone, and to all of the QJA staff who worked behind the scenes and on the day to help everything run smoothly.

With more than 85 JPs and Cdecs in attendance, it was wonderful to see so many members of our QJA community coming together to refresh their knowledge, share experiences and strengthen their confidence. It was also fantastic to welcome new members joining the QJA family and becoming part of our growing community. 💙

We hope you found the Refresher Training useful and enjoyable. Everyone who completed the session received a certificate of completion.

We’re so grateful to have such a wonderful QJA community!

NEXT UP: WESTERN SUBURBS
Our next Refresher Training session is coming up!

📅 Thursday, 24 September 2026
⏰ 9:30 am – 12:30 pm
📍 Kenmore Library
Kenmore Village Shopping Centre
9 Brookfield Road, Kenmore QLD 4069
Morning tea provided

Who Should Attend:
Justices of the Peace (Qualified)
Commissioners for Declarations
Open to QJA Members and Non-Members
All JPs and Cdecs across the Brisbane region are welcome.

Pricing:
💙 QJA Members: $10
💙 Non-Members: $35 (includes 3 months complimentary QJA membership)

Hosted by the Western Suburbs Branch.

👉 Register here: https://www.qja.com.au/iCore/Events/Event_display.aspx?EventKey=REFWS26&WebsiteKey=47605e59-d01b-4cdd-b04a-ad76d9ae2a99

12/08/2026

Thank you to Corrine McMillan MP - State Member for Mansfield for joining us at our JP Refresher Training last Saturday and for supporting the important work of Queensland’s Justices of the Peace and Commissioners for Declarations.

We also sincerely appreciate Corrine for sponsoring morning tea for our attendees. It was a lovely way to bring everyone together, and we’re grateful for the support. ☕️

Thank you to everyone who attended and continues to invest in keeping their knowledge and skills up to date. We’re proud to support our JP and CDec community across Queensland. 💙

11/08/2026

🎡 EKKA PUBLIC HOLIDAY – WEDNESDAY, 12 AUGUST🎡

Please note that QJA Head Office and the Signing Centre will be closed on Wednesday, 12 August 2026, for the Brisbane Public Holiday.

We’ll be back to our normal hours on Thursday, 13 August.

Thank you for your understanding, and we hope everyone enjoys the Ekka public holiday! 🎡😊

10/08/2026

💙 Volunteering is about making a difference in your community.

This National Youth Volunteer Week, we’re celebrating the young people who are stepping up, getting involved and helping build stronger communities.

Becoming a Justice of the Peace (Qualified) is one way you can give your time and skills to support your local community. From witnessing documents and certifying copies to providing an important community service, JPs play a valuable role in Queensland.

If you’re looking for a meaningful way to volunteer, becoming a JP could be a great way to lead, connect and make a difference.

And volunteering doesn’t have an age limit — there are opportunities at every stage of life to get involved and give back. 💙