Invitation to Attend

On behalf of the organising committee, I am delighted to invite you to the 2026 COAT National Conference to be held in Adelaide.

This year’s theme, Respect, Flexibility and Excellence, will explore how tribunals across Australia can continue to evolve to meet the needs of our communities, while upholding professionalism, fairness and integrity in decision-making.

The conference program will feature engaging keynote addresses and panel discussions focused on best practice, innovation and collaboration within the tribunal sector.

Whether you are a new or experienced tribunal member, legal or non-legal practitioner, or working in a leadership, policy or operational role, the conference will offer valuable insights and opportunities to connect with colleagues from across the nation.

I warmly encourage you to join us in Adelaide for what promises to be an informative and inspiring national conference.

Warm regards,

Justice Judy Hughes
Conference Convenor
2026 COAT National Conference

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Speakers

Rachel Doyle SC
SPECIALIST IN CLASS ACTIONS, INDUSTRIAL, EMPLOYMENT AND DISCRIMINATION LAW

Hon. Justice Ingmar Taylor
PRESIDENT, INDUSTRIAL RELATIONS COMMISSION OF NEW SOUTH WALES AND JUSTICE, INDUSTRIAL COURT OF NEW SOUTH WALES

Bruce McTaggart
BARRISTER, SENIOR COUNSEL (SC)

Jack Tam
PARTNER, EDISON TAM LAWYERS AND ADJUDICATOR, TENANCY TRIBUNAL

Mike Wait SC
SOLICITOR-GENERAL

Venue

The National Wine Centre of Australia

Corner of Hackney Rd &, Botanic Rd,
Adelaide,
SA 5000

Website link – https://www.nationalwinecentre.com.au/

Nestled beside the Adelaide Botanic Gardens, the National Wine Centre of Australia offers a truly distinctive setting surrounded by working vineyards and striking architecture. Guests are immersed in South Australia’s wine heritage, with lush views, open spaces and a relaxed yet refined atmosphere that makes any event feel special and unforgettable.

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Conference Host

COAT is the national body through which tribunals can come together to examine and compare ideas, working methods, organisation and management, member trainings and support programs. The COAT is intended to facilitate liaison and discussion between the heads of tribunals. It will support the development of best practice models and model procedural rules, standards of behaviour and conduct for members and increased capacity for training and support for members.

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The COAT is intended to facilitate liaison and discussion between the heads of tribunals. It will support the development of best practice models and model procedural rules, standards of behaviour and conduct for members and increased capacity for training and support for members.

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