University of Newcastle Law Students' Association

University of Newcastle Law Students' Association Providing Newcastle law students with the opportunity to balance work, study and social activities.

UNLSA promotes the interests of Newcastle law students within the University, the legal profession and the wider community.

The UNLSA and SULS are joining forces again to host their annual Bilateral Novice Torts Moot. Students will take on the ...
28/05/2026

The UNLSA and SULS are joining forces again to host their annual Bilateral Novice Torts Moot. Students will take on the role of counsel to prepare written submissions to a torts based problem question, and utilise advocacy skills to make oral submissions in a Moot Court of Appeal either as an appellant or respondent. Teams will be made up of three competitors, inclusive of two oralist barristers and one instructing solicitor.

EOIs close 12 June 2026 at 5pm - sign up via the below link:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeqBMz_jMQ1VcpNj0elsSjmhBaICYfD_9X_ChzdYNJPugAn-w/viewform?usp=publish-editor

For any questions contact [email protected] via email.

The competition focuses on protecting cultural heritage during armed conflict and crises. It combines areas of law such ...
12/05/2026

The competition focuses on protecting cultural heritage during armed conflict and crises. It combines areas of law such as public international law, international humanitarian law, and cultural heritage law. Competitors will tackle legal questions about the destruction, protection, preservation, and ownership of cultural property, while considering the responsibilities of states and other actors under international law. Teams will argue a fictional dispute before a simulated International Court of Justice.

Key Dates:
Preliminary rounds - 15, 16, 19, 20 June (online) from 4 - 6pm
Semi final rounds - 9, 20 July (online) 4 - 6pm.
Grand Final - In person, 12 August in Sydney 4-6pm.

Registrations close 15 May.

EOI link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfqFvd_nEB9NxXL7wZ9PZKmSqM4AVAN5pjxImoQ-kwmv7S72A/viewform?usp=header

Join the UNLSA and the University of Newcastle School of Law & Justice for a public lecture by the Hon Michael Kirby AC ...
11/05/2026

Join the UNLSA and the University of Newcastle School of Law & Justice for a public lecture by the Hon Michael Kirby AC CMG, on the topic of ;Judging with Values: How do Courts Advance Justice?’

The Hon Michael Kirby AC CMG is an international jurist, educator and former judge. He served as a Deputy President of the Australian Conciliation and Arbitration Commission (1975-83); Chairman of the Australian Law Reform Commission (1975-84); Judge of the Federal Court of Australia (1983-4); President of the New South Wales Court of Appeal (1984-96); President of the Court of Appeal of Solomon Islands (1995-96) and Justice of the High Court of Australia (1996-2009).

Justice Kirby is visiting the University of Newcastle on 19 May 2026 and will be giving a public lecture while he is here, starting at 01:30 PM. 40 seats are available via the UNLSA. Registrations are mandatory and attendees will be required to show proof of registration before being admitted to the lecture. Attendees will receive further information in the week prior to the lecture. Registrations are available now via the link in our social media bio to our Rubric portal.

We look forward to welcoming you to this very special event!

The School of Law and Justice invites Expressions of Interest from students to represent the University of Newcastle in ...
11/05/2026

The School of Law and Justice invites Expressions of Interest from students to represent the University of Newcastle in the inaugural National Sports Tribunal Arbitration Moot (NSTAM). We have been selected as one of a small number of Australian universities to participate in this prestigious pilot competition—an excellent opportunity to develop advocacy, research, and sports arbitration expertise.

Students must be available from June to September 2026. Key dates include:
EOI submission deadline: 5:00pm, Wednesday 13 May
Team selection notified: Friday 15 May
Problem released: 18 May
Educational webinars: 22–26 June
Written submissions due: 10 July
Round robin hearings (online): 10–21 August
Final hearing: 15 September (Sydney) [for finalist teams]

A team of 2–4 students will be selected. Preference will be given to students in their final years and those enrolled in LAWS6099. The team will be coached by Professor John Anderson and Dr Ray Nickson.

EOI requirements (max 150 words):
Please outline your interest and motivation for participating, and demonstrate your understanding of arbitration and tribunals—particularly in a sports context. Please also indicate your year of study.

Please email your EOI to Dr Ray Nickson ([email protected]) with the subject line “NSTAM 2026 Expression of Interest”. While not required, inclusion of an unofficial academic transcript will assist in the selection process. Students should also review the attached competition handbook before submitting.

Please note the short turnaround reflects the recent release of the NST call.

05/05/2026

Here’s a teaser for LAWS6099: Sport and Law. Enrol now.

Registrations are closing soon for the 2026 Open Negotiation Competition.Don’t miss your chance to build practical legal...
05/05/2026

Registrations are closing soon for the 2026 Open Negotiation Competition.

Don’t miss your chance to build practical legal skills, strengthen your advocacy, and compete for the championship title. Preliminary rounds are online, with plans for in‑person semi‑finals and the Grand Final.

The competition will run from 18 May to 28 June, with rounds being held Wednesday and Thursday nights.

Secure your spot before sign‑ups close on the Monday 11th May 2026 at 11:59PM.

What does it mean to be a student member of the ?As a student member, you gain access to:💡 Opportunities to attend a ran...
04/05/2026

What does it mean to be a student member of the ?

As a student member, you gain access to:
💡 Opportunities to attend a range of professional, networking and wellbeing events
🤝 An award-winning Mentoring Program
📚 A wealth of study, career and wellbeing resources across their online Law Student Portal
🧑‍🤝‍🧑 Wellbeing and career advice and support
🛍️ Exclusive member benefits

Student membership is complimentary. Follow to stay up to date and sign up today: lawsociety.com.au/student-membership

25/04/2026

A message from the School of Law and Justice: Enrol now for LAWS6099, Sport and the Law, for the 2026 Mid-Year Session!

Dr Ray Nickson, course coordinator invites you to this online only course that is running for the first time in this format. The course will be educational, lighthearted and fun. Cameos and parodies are to appear throughout.
"If you ain't first, you ain't liable!" - enrol today!

25/04/2026

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25/04/2026

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