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

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

Moderators:

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

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

Sydney: Erin Lynch, Partner, Gadens

Melbourne: Nicholas Wilson, Former Commissioner, Fair Work Commission

Brisbane: Nicholas Lake, Deputy President, Fair Work Commission