Transcript WAInvitation

At the cutting edge Therapeutic Jurisprudence
in magistrates courts
Conference 6 may 2005
Invitation to Attend
Perth, Western Australia
in 2005
The Geraldton Magistrates Court and the
Perth Drug Court invite you to attend a
conference - “At the Cutting Edge Therapeutic
Jurisprudence (TJ) in Magistrates’ Courts”, to
be held in Perth, Western Australia on Friday
06 May 2005 at the Mercure Hotel Perth.
The philosophy behind TJ is gaining wider
acceptance and application throughout the
world. The Geraldton Court and the Drug Court
of WA pioneer the philosophies of TJ within the
existing justice framework. The benefits of a
therapeutic approach to justice are well
documented with significant social and
economic benefits flowing into the community.
The aim of the conference is to raise the
awareness of TJ amongst Department of
Justice stakeholders and criminal justice
system professionals.
Western Australia is the largest state in
Australia. It amounts to a third of the area
of Australia, with a total area of more than
2,500,00 sq km. WA is divided into five
regions; the Kimberley, the North West,
South West, the Interior and the Wheat
Belt.
The Mercure Hotel
The Mercure Hotel is a 4 star hotel which is
located within easy access to the main
Central Business District of Perth and is a
pleasant stroll to the city’s shopping
precinct, cinemas and theatres.
Accommodation rates at the Mercure Hotel
are approximately $112.00 per room for a
Standard Room. For delegates wishing to
stay at alternative accommodation a variety
of hotels and units are within easy walking
distance of the Conference venue.
Perth Western Australia
Perth is described as a city of sun, surf and
friendly people. It is situated between the
Darling Ranges and the Indian Ocean and
along the banks of the Swan River, 12 km from
the ocean. The river is named after the famous
black swans which are very common,
particularly on a number of small lakes within
the city such as Lake Monger. Perth has over
one million people and is described as one of
the most beautiful cities in Australia. The city is
bound by the river to the east and south and the
sea to the west. Perth breaches are highly
regarded because of their white sand and the
absence of high rise buildings for most of the
coastline.
Kings Park, Perth’s best known park, has
attractive walks, a war memorial, a suspension
bridge and over 300 hectares of natural
Australian bush overlooking the city centre and
the Swan River. The view from King’s park is a
must for any visitor to Perth.
Who Should Attend
The conference will be of particular interest to
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•Judicial officers
•Legal practitioners
•Department of Justice Stakeholders
•Drug Court, Family Violence Court, Alternative
Sentencing Regime and Aboriginal Court team
members and stakeholders.
•Treatment and Service providers
•Department of Justice employees
•Academics
Registration Fee - $80.00
Contact Details for the
Conference
Kate Wilson, GASR Coordinator,
Geraldton Court
Tel : (08) 9921 3722 Fax : (08) 9964 1864
E-mail : [email protected]
Sally Tunevski
Chambers Administrator
9425 2330 or 94252211 Fax9221 3359
To:
Clerk of the Court
Po box 250
GERALDTON WA 6530
REGISTRATION FORM
“Early registration is encouraged as numbers are limited"
NAME: ____________________________________
ADDRESS: _________________________________
__________________ Postcode: ______
EMAIL: ____________________________________
TELEPHONE NO: ___________________________
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I wish to attend the TJ Conference to be held on Friday 6
May 2005 at the Mercure Hotel Perth.
I enclose my remittance of $80.00 *for the registration fee that
covers attendance, morning & afternoon tea, lunch and after function
reception.
____________________
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Justice”
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