8:50

Opening Address: The Three Employment Law Shifts HR Cannot Ignore

Each city’s chair opens the day by unpacking the key employment law developments; emerging workplace risks and practical priorities HR leaders need to prepare for over the next 12 months.

Brisbane: Meghan De-Pinto Smith, Senior Associate, McKay’s Solicitors

Melbourne: David Dilger, Director & Co-founder, Edge Legal

Sydney: Erin Lynch, Partner, Gadens

9:05

Fireside Chat: Employment Law in 2026. What Has Changed & What Comes Next

A candid discussion on the most significant employment law developments, enforcement trends, and organisational risks shaping 2026.

• Hear the latest Fair Work and legislative updates
• Understand where organisations are getting caught out
• Gain practical guidance on reducing legal exposure

Brisbane:

Moderator: Meghan De-Pinto Smith, Senior Associate, McKay’s Solicitors

Nicholas Lake, Deputy President, Fair Work Commission

Melbourne:

Moderator: David Dilger, Director & Co-founder, Edge Legal

Nicholas Wilson, Former Commissioner, Fair Work Commission

Sydney:

Moderator: Erin Lynch, Partner, Gadens

Alana Matherson, Commissioner, Fair Work Commission