VGSO events and seminars

VGSO unpacks the key findings of the Robodebt Royal Commission and the implications of the report on VPS employees.

New Regulations are being proposed under the Occupational Health and Safety Act 2004 which bring into sharp focus the increasing emphasis on the management of workplace psychological health hazards.

Training for Victorian Puplic Sector employees and managers on preventing and addressing sexual harassment in the workplace.

An update from the Victorian Government Chief Information Security Officer, David Cullen who will be discussing the cyber security issues affecting the VPS.

On 30 March 2022, the VGSO will host a seminar on Ethical considerations for in-house Government lawyers.

The VGSO's Workplace Relations and Occupational Safety Branch invites you to our annual Year in Review webinar

Join us for our final VGSO Monthly Seminar, The Ombudsman for Human Rights

Explore the current and changing landscape of the quantum of civil claims from the perspective of the government insurer (VMIA), Crown Counsel and the solicitors managing a range of civil claims.

In March 2021 a new flexible work policy was launched to embed flexible work in the Victorian Public Service (VPS).

OHS Masterclass series developed and run by the Workplace Relations and OH&S Branch specifically for the Victorian Public Sector will comprise of five 1 hour training sessions.

With Pandemic Order restrictions relaxing, many workers are venturing back to the workplace. This raises questions about vaccination requirements and a safe return to the workplace.

The VGSO will host a monthly seminar to explore the legal and practice issues of Freedom of Information (FOI) in a government environment.

This 1 hour online panel session, chaired and facilitated by Alex Murphy, Assistant Victorian Government Solicitor at the VGSO, will explore the changing landscape of identity verification in Victoria

A positive workplace culture is so much more than fostering a productive, engaged and collegiate working environment

On 28 February 2022, the VGSO will host a panel discussion to explore ethical issues and ethical considerations which can and should arise within the practice of law.

Discussing responsibilities of agencies to secure their data under the Privacy and Data Protection Act 2014, Health Records Act 2001 and the Victorian Protective Data Security Framework and Standards.

Key employment and OHS decisions in 2021 and what should be on your radar for 2022.

The Victorian Government Solicitor’s Office invites you to a webinar panel discussion to look into the ins and outs of coronial investigations and inquests in Victoria.

A discussion on emerging issues in occupational health and safety law and practice that should be on your radar.

A live seminar to discuss the new contaminated land duties in practice and assist you in understanding the new requirements for government landholders.

We employment/OHS law developments and decisions in 2020/2021 and their practical implications for the Victorian Public Sector.

A panel discussion to explore ethical issues and ethical considerations which can and should arise within the practice of law.

The role of the Charter of Human Rights and Responsibilities Act 2006 in decision-making and service delivery throughout the ongoing COVID-19 crisis.

2020 has seen many of us shift our work to an online setting, which means awareness of cybersecurity is more important now than ever.

Hear from experienced VGSO solicitors about the changing litigation landscape in Victoria as a result of the ongoing COVID-19 crisis.

Sex Discrimination Commissioner Kate Jenkins will discuss the Australian Human Rights Commission's groundbreaking report Respect@Work.

What is the psychological impact of legal work? And what are the main drivers of stress among practising lawyers?

Our presenters will discuss recent decisions delivered by the High Court of Australia relevant to government agencies involved in the investigation and prosecution of regulatory offences.

New laws will create two new indictable offences of 'workplace manslaughter' under the 'Occupational Health and Safety Act 2004' (Vic) (OHS Act).

Experienced professionals from the Department of Environment, Land, Water and Planning discuss Victorian Public Sector duties in relation to climate change.

Sexual harassment continues to present as an endemic problem, regularly making the headlines.