The panel discussed “hot button” topics in the adjudication process which created interesting and informatiave discussion.
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Livestream recording (courtesy of Simpson Grierson) and CPD attendance in members only area
The Grand Hall, Parliamentary Buildings, Wellington
Minister Penk discussed how the Government is taking steps to improve the construction sector through legislative and regulatory changes. Also how these amendments will balance the need for improved efficiency and competition.
Livestream recording (courtesy of Parliamentary Services) and CPD attendance in members only area
Entry was available to persons who have an interest in construction law and who, as at 31 October 2024, were New Zealand residents and:
11 November 2024 - entry now closed
31 March 2025 - Essays to be received 26/27 June 2025 - Prize Winners announced (at AGM or Conference Dinner)
Conditions of entry and all competition information including essay entry form
2024 essay prize winners Sean Gourley and Daniel Maier-Gant's essays, together with previous years' winners essays published to the members only area.
site tours, conference plenary, 20th Anniversary dinner
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Panel Discussion: What does a 'good' adjudication look like? with
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An important discussion with
Michaela covered several essential practical topics in her presentation.
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Livestream recording (courtesy of Hesketh Henry), link to download the CIOB Planning Protocol 2021 and CPD attendance in members only area
Madison Dobie, Matthew Ferrier together with Charlene Fairnie, and Rebecca Saunders
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Livestream recording (courtesy of MinterEllisonRuddWatts) in members only area
How “design, bid, build” procurement undermines the use of digital replicas
Sharpening the Time Bar: Aligning time bar consequences for better enforcement
Livestream recording (courtesy of Dentons), Sean and Daniel's essays and presentations, CPD attendance in members only area
This was a very enjoyable evening, thank you members and guests who attended.
The Fable Hotel, 58-60 Queen Street, Auckland CBD 1010
AGM papers including President and Treasurer's report in Members Only Area
Panellists
Flyer introducing our panellists and more detail about their discussion
Livestream recording (courtesy of Chapman Tripp) and CPD attendance in members only area
Flyer introducing our speakers and their discussion in more detail
Livestream recording (courtesy Hesketh Henry) and presentation, CPD attendance sheets now in members only area
discussed construction law caselaw which covered various aspects of construction law
Flyer introducing our speakers and their caselaw
Livestream recording (courtesy Chapman Tripp) and presentations, CPD attendance sheet now in members only area
Flyer introducing our speakers and their topic
Livestream recording (courtesy Lane Neave) and presentation, CPD attendance sheets now in members only area
a summary of the key changes, and how it may change construction contracting practices in NZ
Flyer introducing our panellists and discussion Wgtn Flyer
Livestream recording (courtesy Dentons), presentation and CPD record sheets now in members only area
2023 Members Only Area for meetings and presentations
2022 Members Only Area for meetings and presentations
2021 Members Only Area for meetings and presentations
2020 Members Only Area for meetings and presentations
2019 Members Only Area for meetings and presentations
Judges’ citation: The judges commend the winning essay as a well-researched and structured exploration of an interesting and current topic.
Judges’ citation: The judges praise the second place winner for their innovation. The author identifies a driver of disputes and uncertainty in the sector and proposes a drafting solution.
Our prizewinning essays are published in our Members Only Area
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New Zealand members have access to papers published on the SCL(International) website.
2019 conference delegates
Transmission Gully site visit
Christchurch Town Hall site visit
The Christchurch Justice and Emergency Services Precinct site visit
2021: SCL(NZ) was proud to host the 9th International Society of Construction Law 'Building for Change' Conference
4-5 November 2021
Virtual (due to Covid-19 restrictions international and domestic NZ travel was prohibited), Auckland, New Zealand
9th International Conference Papers and recording
2019: Fundamentals of Construction Law – the project lifecycle - Auckland conference papers
23 July 2019 (preceded by SCL AGM)
Level 5 Lounge, North Stand, Eden Park, Auckland.
This conference covered themed project lifecycle stages of a construction project, from procurement, insurance, performance, to termination and resolving disputes.
2017: Identifying and Managing Obligations, Wellington - Wellington conference papers
15 June 2017: Site Tour - Transmission Gully
16 June 2017: Conference at Te Papa, Wellington (keynote Richard Wilmot-Smith QC of 39 Essex Chambers, London)
2015 : Best Practice Procurement and Contracting in NZ Construction & Infrastructure - Christchurch conference papers
13 August 2015 : City Tour- Key Projects in the Christchurch City Rebuild (photos above)
14 August 2015 : Conference at The Chateau on the Park (photos below)
2014 : When the Contract Gets Dirty – applying the contract to on-site reality - Auckland conference papers
2012 : Construction Law Core Skills Seminar, Fundamental Topics in Construction Law presented by Leading Industry Practitioners - Auckland conference papers