Maritime Law Association of Australia and New Zealand The Four Seasons of Shipping
Overview MLAANZ 2017 Conference Committee Members Committee Members: Matthew Harvey, Barrister, Victorian Bar (Chairperson) David Goodwin, MBA Director, Graduate School of Business and Law, RMIT University (Chairperson, Victorian Branch) Carolyn Wait, Senior Associate, Colin Biggers & Paisley Simon Gamboni, Associate, Holman Fenwick Willan William Thomas, Barrister, Victorian Bar Nicholas Wallwork, Barrister, Victorian Bar Welcome from Conference Committee On behalf of the Maritime Law Association of Australia and New Zealand, welcome to our 44th National Conference. There s something for everyone in this year s program. Aficionados Maritime of courts, ports, Law torts Association and sports will all find something to of whet Australia their appetites. and New We are Zealand honoured to have a number of eminent judges as speakers. The regulatory environment around the Port of Melbourne, Australia s largest container port, has changed fundamentally over the past two years, and this will be in focus. A range of substantive legal developments will be discussed. Our Gala Dinner will be held at the iconic Melbourne Cricket Ground, Melbourne s temple of sport. While MLAANZ conferences are always well attended, to encourage new and younger members, this year the registration fee for conference sessions is only $100 for members under 30 years of age. The Board has also made the decision to reinvest the profits from last year s conference into this year, and reduced the early bird and ordinary registration fee for members by $150 to $650 and $775 respectively. We encourage members to book early to take advantage of these benefits Members of Melbourne s legal profession played vital roles in the formation of the Association back in 1974 and we always look forward to our turn to host the National Conference as an opportunity to showcase our marvellous city. We hope you take full advantage of the social opportunities the conference presents, such as the preconference tour of the Old Melbourne Gaol, exploring the city s laneways and quirky restaurants, or the postconference tour of Yarra Valley vineyards. Conference Secretariat Mecca Concepts Pty Ltd, Melbourne David Goodwin, Chair of Victorian Branch of MLAANZ
Overview Lawyers Wednesday 4th October 5:15pm-6:30pm Tour of Old Melbourne Gaol 6:30pm-8:00pm Welcome Reception, Old Melbourne Magistrates Court Sponsored by HWL Ebsworth Thursday 5 October 9:00am 9:15am Welcome & opening address Neil Beadle, President MLAANZ, Special Counsel DLA Piper Introduction of Dethridge Memorial speaker Australian Vice President MLAANZ Dethridge Memorial Address The MV Good Faith: The Relevance of Good Faith in Shipping Disputes The Hon Sir Bernard Eder, Essex Court Chambers, London, international arbitrator, former judge of the High Court of Justice of England and Wales, Senior Editor of Scrutton on Charterparties and Bills of Lading, International Judge of the Singapore International Commercial Court Session 1 Ships that Changed the Common Law 10:00am 10:20am Session Sponsor - Clifford Chance The Hon Robert French AC, former Chief Justice of Australia The Hon Justice G John Digby, Judge in Admiralty, Supreme Court of Victoria 10:40am 11:00am 11:15am Session 2 The Hon Justice Steven Rares, Federal Court of Australia, Co-National Convening Judge in the Admiralty and Maritime National Practice Area Morning tea Maritime Law Association Admiralty: of Australia Singapore, and New Zealand & Australia 11:45am 12:05pm 12:25pm Session Sponsor - Thynne & Macartney Toh Kian-Sing SC, Senior Partner, Rajah & Tann, Singapore Dr Bevan Marten, Senior Lecturer, Victoria University of Wellington Matthew Harvey, Barrister, Victorian Bar 12:45 pm 1:00-2:00pm Session 3 Ports & Imports 2:00pm 2:20pm 2:40pm 3:00pm 3:15pm Lunch Sponsored by - HFW Session Sponsor - AMSA Susan Danks, Principal, Susan Danks Tariff Consulting Pty Ltd Captain David Shennan, Harbour Master, Port of Portland Paul David QC, Eldon Chambers, Auckland Afternoon tea
Overview Clinton McKenzie, General Session 4 Regulation 3:45pm 4:05pm 4:25pm 4:45pm 5:00pm Dinner at Leisure Counsel, Office of Chief Executive Officer, AMSA Sid Wellik, Manager Legal Services, Maritime New Zealand Captain Francis Castellino, Office of the Chief Investigator Close of day one Friday 6 October Session 5 Insurance Session Sponsor - DLA Piper 9:00am 9:20am 9:40am 10:00am 10:15am Andrew Gibson, Executive Adjuster, Integra Technical Services Chris Edwards, Hill Dickinson, Singapore Andrew Tulloch, Partner, Colin Biggers & Paisley Morning tea Session 6 Carriage of Goods by Sea 10:45am 11:05am 11:25am 11:45pm 12:00-1:00pm David Goodwin, Barrister and MBA Director, RMIT University Christopher Keane, Special Counsel, Minter Ellison, Brisbane Hazel Brasington, Partner, Norton Rose Fulbright, Melbourne Lunch Session 7 Ethics of Ship Arrest 1:00pm 2:15pm 2:30pm Session Sponsor- RMIT University Interviewer: Nicholas Wallwork, Barrister, Victorian Bar Tony Tesoriero, Federal Court Registrar Maritime Law Association of Australia Admiralty and Marshal, New Zealand Victoria Thom Stewart, Federal Court Carolyn Wait, Senior Associate, Colin Biggers & Paisley Felicity Monteiro, Partner, Wednesday Wilson Harle 4 - Friday 6 October, 2017 Danella Wilmshurst, Principal, Pullman Thomas Melbourne Miller Law on the Park Afternoon tea Interviewer: William Thomas, Session 8 Establishing a Practice in Arbitration 3:00pm 4:15pm 4:25pm Barrister, Victorian Bar Ron Salter, Arbitrator Peter McQueen, Independent Arbitrator Angus Stewart SC, New Chambers, Sydney Hazel Brewer, Partner, HFW, Perth Edward Cox, Barrister, New South Wales Bar Closing address 4:30pm AGM 7.00-10.30pm MLAANZ Gala Dinner Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) - Harrison Room
General 44th National Information Conference Conference Venue Overview is the perfect destination for an unforgettable stay, conference or event - blending historic features with modern comforts and high end technology. Ideally located in the heart of East Melbourne and the sporting and entertainment precinct, the hotel overlooks Fitzroy Gardens and the iconic Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG). The hotel is only a short walk to Melbourne s central business district, with easy access to public transport. The Pullman prides itself on delivering crisp service, a sophisticated ambiance and state of the art technology - creating an extraordinary setting for corporate and leisure events. Offering 11 distinctive function spaces which are fully flexible for a wide range of gatherings, and feature in-built state-of-the-art audio visual equipment provided by our onsite partner. Conference Registration Conference Registration and payment can be done either online at www.etouches.com/mlaanz2017 or by completing the registration forms at the back of this brochure and returning it to the Conference Secretariat via email to: rachel@meccaconcepts.com.au, via post to MLAANZ Conference, c/- MECCA Concepts Pty Ltd, PO BOX 2646 Mount Waverley VIC 3149, or via fax to +61 3 9530 4286 Offline Method of Payment If you are not registering online, registration fees may be paid by Cheque, Direct Deposit into the MLAANZ Conference Account, or credit card American Express, MasterCard or Visa. Cheques should be made payable to MECCA Concepts MLAANZ Conference Account and sent to the Conference Secretariat. Registration Cancellation All cancellations must be notified in writing to the Conference Secretariat MECCA Concepts. A refund of the registration fee less a cancellation fee of $100 will apply to cancellation received on or before 14th September 2017. After this date, no refund or cancellation will be possible, although substitute delegates are welcome. All refunds will be processed after the Conference. Accommodation Cancellation Cancellation of accommodation rooms less than 30 days before event may incur full accommodation charges for all nights booked. Dress Code Dress code for the Conference is smart casual. Business attire for the Dethridge Address and Conference Dinner. General Maritime Registration Law Information Association of Australia and New Zealand Every care has been taken to ensure this program is correct at the time of printing, however the Conference Organising Committee reserves the right to alter the program. Included in Registration fees: Full Delegates All Conference Sessions Welcome Cocktail Function Wednesday night Morning and afternoon teas during conference Lunch Thursday and Friday Conference Dinner Friday night Name Badge Conference and Sponsor Guide Day Delegate Conference Sessions on the day Morning and afternoon Tea Name Badge Conference and Sponsor Guide Does not include Social functions Register Online for MLAANZ 2017 Conference www.etouches.com/mlaanz2017
Conference Dinner and Optional Activity Overview Friday October 6th 2017 - MLAANZ Gala Dinner - Melbourne Cricket Ground, Harrison Room The MCG is one of the world s great sporting arenas; for over 150 years it has been Melbourne s heartbeat. Here, giants have lived up to a nation s hopes, heroes have walked the corridors, and moments of suspense have been watched by millions around the country, and the world. To step inside the MCG is to be energised by a spirit of greatness. Only minutes from the CBD, the MCG is a superb Melbourne function venue, with a range of rooms for corporate and private events. Walk in the footsteps of legends and enjoy an inspiring visit to the National Sports Museum. Absorb the spirit of the historic Melbourne Cricket Club (MCC). Only minutes from the heart of the city, and in easy reach of public transport, the people s ground is famous for its convenience and accessibility. MCG Harrison Room Maritime Law Association of Australia and New Zealand Saturday October 7th 2017 Optional Activity - Yarra Valley Winery Tour Yarra Valley Winery Tour, including 2 course lunch at Yering Station. The Yarra Valley, one hour east of Melbourne, is recognised for its world class, cool climate wineries located in the valley floor surrounded by the panoramic mountains of the Great Dividing Ranges. A private tour will be organised for MLAANZ delegates wishing to undertake a day tour into the Yarra Valley. The bus will depart The Pullman Melbourne at 9:30am, and will visit 4 venues for wine tasting, one of which will be Yering Station, where you will also be treated to a two course lunch. The bus will return to The Pullman Melbourne at approximately 5:30pm. The tour will be run by Yarra Valley Winery Tours. Yarra Valley Winery Tours was established in 1992 and is located in the Yarra Valley region. Local drivers/guides will take you to iconic or boutique wineries. Please complete the appropriate section of the registration process. Cost: $175 per person
MARITIME LAW ASSOCIATION OF AUSTRALIA AND NEW ZEALAND LTD. - October 4th - 6th, 2017 ABN 97 054 763 923 REGISTRATION FORM This becomes a Tax Invoice on payment. Please register me for the 44th Annual Conference (one form submitted per delegate, please photocopy as required). Please clearly PRINT all details. All registration fees are in Australian Dollars and include 10% Goods and Services Tax (GST). Please complete registration below or book online via www.etouches.com/mlaanz2017. GIVEN NAME SURNAME FIRM / ORGANISATION POSTAL ADDRESS CITY STATE COUNTRY POSTCODE CONTACT NUMBER ( ) EMAIL NAME OF ACCOMPANYING PERSON SPECIAL DIETARY REQUIREMENTS REGISTRATION REQUIREMENTS SPECIAL EARLY BIRD REGISTRATION (if paid before 31 August 2017) ACCOMPANYING PERSON DIETARY REQUIREMENTS EARLY BIRD MEMBER $650 EARLY BIRD NON MEMBER $900 DAY DELEGATE MEMBER $450 THURSDAY FRIDAY DAY DELEGATE NON MEMBER $550 THURSDAY FRIDAY MEMBER $775 NON MEMBER $1050 YOUNG MEMBER/STUDENT REGISTRATION (UNDER 30 YEARS) $100 Includes Conference sessions only, social tickets can be purchased separately DINNER ADDITIONAL GUEST $165 WELCOME FUNCTION - ADDITIONAL GUEST $60 OPTIONAL ACTIVITY (SATURDAY OCTOBER 7TH) $175 NO: OF TICKETS TOTAL COST $ AUD ACCOMMODATION REQUIREMENTS The accommodation is at the Pullman Melbourne on the park. A deposit equivalent to one night s accommodation is required to confirm your booking. Accommodation is limited - book early to avoid disappointment. I REQUEST THE FOLLOWING ACCOMMODATION SUPERIOR ROOM WITH ONE FULL BUFFET BREAKFAST SUPERIOR ROOM WITHOUT BREAKFAST $254 AUD $229 AUD DATE OF ARRIVAL DATE OF DEPARTURE NO. OF NIGHTS REGISTRATION/ACCOMMODATION METHOD OF PAYMENT A CROSSED CHEQUE MADE PAYABLE TO: MECCA Concepts - MLAANZ OR BY CREDIT CARD CREDIT CARD TYPE (PLEASE TICK) MASTERCARD VISA AMEX AMOUNT $ CREDIT CARD NUMBER EXP. DATE / CARDHOLDER S NAME SIGNATURE DATE DIRECT BANK TRANSFER TO: MECCA Concepts - MLAANZ Conference Account, BSB: 083 166, Account No. 46 868 4647, SWIFT Code: NATAAU3303M PLEASE RETURN THIS ACCOMMODATION FORM WITH CREDIT CARD DETAILS BY MAIL TO: MLAANZ 2017 Conference Secretariat MECCA Concepts Pty Ltd PO Box 2646 BY FAX TO: 61 3 9530 4286 Mount Waverley Victoria 3149 Australia BY EMAIL TO: rachel@meccaconcepts.com.au
PLATINUM SPONSOR GOLD SPONSORS SILVER SPONSORS BRONZE SPONSOR Sponsorship Opportunities for MLAANZ 2017 Conference are still available please contact Heather McDowell for further information. Mecca Concepts Pty Ltd Heather McDowell Mobile 0409 336 804 Facsimile 61 3 9560 1885 Email meccaconcepts@bigpond.com www.mlaanz.org Mecca Concepts Pty Ltd Rachel Washington Mobile 0412 996 711 Facsimile 61 3 9530 4286 Email rachel@meccaconcepts.com.au