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Irreverence, roasting and rivalry as big firms get spicy at Law Society event

October 27, 2026

It was an all-in roast fest at Friday night's infamous Golden Gavel competition as eight young lawyers took part in a stinging battle of wits.

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WA Government introduces Bill to modernise equal opportunity laws

October 21, 2026

The Cook Labor Government has introduced legislation to modernise Western Australia’s Equal Opportunity Act 1984, proposing expanded protections against discrimination, harassment and vilification.

October 20, 2026

Centenary year Law Society President announced as voting opens for Council positions

The Law Society of Western Australia has confirmed its 2027 President, with members now preparing to cast their votes in a hotly contested Council election.

October 20, 2026

Justice Lundberg explores Indigenous sentencing and the legacy of Bugmy

The enduring impact of childhood disadvantage, the importance of individualised justice, and the role of cultural understanding in sentencing were at the centre of the 2026 Sir Ronald Wilson Oration.

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Reynolds v Higgins: WA Supreme Court hands down defamation decision

The defamation battle between former defence minister Linda Reynolds and former staffer Brittany Higgins reached a conclusion today in the Supreme Court of Western Australia.

August 27, 2025

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Right to disconnect kicks off for small business employees

From 26 August 2025, significant amendments to the Fair Work Act have come into effect for small businesses.

August 27, 2025

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AustLII celebrates milestone: three decades of free access to legal information

For law students, legal practitioners and others, AustLII has been an indispensable tool for legal research including access to legislation, case law, and journals.

August 26, 2025

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Independent review to target delays in WA justice system

The State Government has commissioned an independent review to examine how WA’s courts and tribunals can operate more efficiently.

August 19, 2025

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HHG Legal Group launches bold new firm model

HHG Legal Group has announced a major shake-up to its structure, introducing employee profit-sharing, new leadership pathways, and regional incentives.

August 18, 2025

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Work-life balance top priority as gender pay gap persists

The College of Law’s second annual national salary survey has revealed that while legal salaries have risen, dissatisfaction remains widespread.

August 15, 2025

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Parliamentary inquiry into LPBWA announced

The Standing Committee on Public Administration has resolved to establish an inquiry into the Legal Practice Board of Western Australia.

August 14, 2025

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Historic ART and surrogacy reforms introduced in WA

WA's assisted reproductive laws are set for a major overhaul, with the Government introducing the Assisted Reproductive Technology and Surrogacy Bill 2025 to State Parliament this week.

August 13, 2025