Agreement Making I

for staff negotiating land-based agreements

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Snapshot

Agreement Making I explores the elements of successful agreements in relation to land access, cultural and heritage protection, environmental management and related economic development initiatives. This program specifically focuses on preparation for agreement making, particularly in relation to the negotiation team and community engagement with the process, as well as options for agreement content. Program presenters will include Ciaran O'Faircheallaigh and Cameron Syme.

*THIS PROGRAM HAS BEEN CANCELLED*

Program topics include:

• Legal considerations in making agreements
• Designing processes to support sustainable agreements 
• Resourcing: funding the process and determining any need for external resources (eg experts)
• TO negotiator perspectives (different TOs each program)
• Building and running of the negotiation team 
• Community engagement protocols to ensure the nt group remains engaged
• Establishing a position – what outcomes do the nt group want?
• Provisions for positive outcomes and implementation
• Specific agreement types (determined in consultation with NTRBs):
  • Oil and gas
  • Mining
  • Exploration
  • Public infrastructure
     

When and where

Date	Location	Time
TBA	TBA	TBA

 

Who can attend

To attend this program you must be employed by an NTRB. Agreement Making is designed for NTRB staff involved in the negotiation of agreements alongside traditional owner groups. Space permitting, this program may also be useful for representatives from PBCs involved in negotiating agreements.

There is no fee to attend, however your organisation is responsible for all travel arrangements.

Registration

To register you must commit to attending the entire program by signing a Statement of Commitment on the registration form.

This program has been cancelled. Email the training and PD team

Learn more

Lawyers can accrue Continuing Legal Education points for attending this program.

Participants receive a program binder and disk containing materials to accompany each session, including additional reading material relevant to the topics discussed.

Agreement Making II

for staff negotiating land-based agreements

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NOTE: THIS PROGRAM WILL NOT BE OFFERED IN 2012
 

Snapshot

Agreement Making Masterclass is a three day program exploring the strategic management of agreement negotiations and understanding and managing contextual factors for better leverage. Drawing on the specialist expertise of a diverse range of presenters and guest speakers, the program will particularly focus on ensuring that agreements can be successfully implemented.

When and where

THIS PROGRAM IS NOT OFFERED IN 2012.

Who can attend

To attend this program you must be employed by an NTRB. The program is recommended for NTRB senior legal staff, senior community liaison/field officers and management, experienced in negotiating agreements alongside traditional owner groups. Space permitting, the program may also be useful for representatives from PBCs experienced in negotiating agreements.

There is no fee to attend, however your organisation is responsible for all travel arrangements.

Registration

To register you must commit to attending the entire program by signing a Statement of Commitment on the registration form.

This program is not currently open for registration. To express your interest, email the training and PD team

Venue

TBC

Program dinner

Aurora will hold a program dinner on the Tuesday at 6.30pm at a local restaurant bringing together participants, presenters and the Aurora team. Participation is optional, but you are asked to contribute $25 to the dinner (with dinner, wine & soft drinks included), and Aurora will cover additional expenses.

Learn more

Lawyers can accrue Continuing Legal Education points for attending this program.http://www.auroraproject.com.au/cle

Program topics include:

• Managing agreement making: a strategic approach for sustainable agreements
• Preparation review: client interests, processes and resourcing
• TO negotiator perspectives (different TOs each program)
• Government and company perspectives 
• Understanding the project and how to source relevant information
• Beyond the NTA: finding leverage in other legs and regs
• Politics, PR and media management 
• Assessing the position(s) of the other side(s) and finding potential leverage
• Managing the negotiations 
• Managing relationships during negotiations and for the long-term
• Evaluating agreement provisions and closing the deal
• After the agreement is signed: handing over to the native title group for implementation
   

Participants receive a program binder and disk containing materials to accompany each session, including summaries of significant cases referenced during the program.

Accommodation

TBC

 

Community Liaison Practices

a program for NTRB field and community liaison officers

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Snapshot

Community Liaison Practices aims to assist NTRB community liaison staff in work with claimants and native title holders. A central focus is expanding your facilitation skills and exploring ways to enhance communication between groups and individuals. 

Activities and small group discussions provide plenty of opportunities for you to learn from colleagues at other NTRBs as well as the presenters, in a relaxed and respectful environment.

The 2012 program will focus on the development of your facilitation skills. Presenters Joe Agius and Rhiân Williams (from Aurora's Conflict Management program), will lead sessions sharing techniques and giving you time to practice building your facilitation skills. Other sessions will include content on legal strategies for reducing and risk-managing intra-Indigenous conflict in native title, and a look at joint land management approaches around the country.

When and where

Date	Location	Time
8-10 February 2012*	Sydney	9am to 5pm

* The FaHCSIA Field Officer Workshop will take place at the same venue on 7 February 2012.

Who can attend

To attend this program you must be employed by an NTRB. Community Liaison Practices is suitable for area officers, community liaison officers, field officers, project officers, senior field officers or native title officers. Staff in other roles who are interested in moving into community liaison/field officer work are also welcome to apply. Space permitting, this program may also be useful for representatives from PBCs.

Each program is entirely new and suitable for those who have attended past programs, as well as those who have not.

There is no fee to attend, however your organisation is responsible for all travel arrangements.

Registration

To register you must commit to attending the entire program by signing a Statement of Commitment on the registration form.

This program is not currently open for registration. To express your interest, email the training and PD team

Venue

Shalom college
17/51 Barker Street
Kingsford NSW 2032
www.shalom.edu.au
T: (02) 9663 1366

Program dinner

Aurora will hold a program dinner on the Wednesday evening at 6.30pm at a local restaurant bringing together participants, presenters and the Aurora team. Participation is optional, but you are asked to contribute $25 to the dinner (with dinner, wine & soft drinks included), and Aurora will cover additional expenses.

Learn more

Past programs have included the following topics:

 Future acts and ILUAs

• procedural requirements, registration and other key elements 
• targeted sessions aimed at helping you to understand the options available to TOs

PBCs and governance 

• what is good governance, and why is it important?
•  obligations under the Native Title and CATSI Acts, and how they interact
•  consultation, decision making and conflicts of interest – legislative and regulatory requirements

 Communicating concepts to TOs

• explore how to best communicate the above concepts to TOs in culturally appropriate ways 
• discuss ways that TOs balance traditional obligations with legislative and regulatory requirements

Enhancing consultation and understanding what people really want

• a full day focused on honing your skills to help you better identify people’s interests, and really understand what’s driving people.

Program presenters included Toni Bauman, Deborah Durnan and Angus Frith.

Participants receive a program binder containing materials to accompany each session, including additional reading material relevant to the topics discussed.
 

Accommodation

Shalom college will be providing accommodation to all participants.

All accommodation cost will be covered by FaHCSIA, please contact Darren Cabot for details.
 

Conflict Management

a skills focused program for NTRB staff

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Snapshot

Conflict Management is a three day program designed to assist NTRB staff to better manage conflict as may arise in your work, whether this be with colleagues, claimants, traditional owner groups or other external stakeholders. Presentations and small group exercises allow you to develop core conflict management skills.

Further information will be made available closer to the program.

When and where

Date	Location	Time
27-29 March 2012	Pullman Reef Conference Centre Cairns	9am - 5pm

 

Who can attend

To attend, you must be employed by an NTRB.
There is no fee to attend, however your organisation is responsible for all travel arrangements.

Registration

To register for this program you must commit to attending the entire program by signing a Statement of Commitment on the registration form.

This program is currently closed for registration. Email the training the PD team for more information.

Venue

Urchins Room Two
Pullman Reef Hotel Conference Centre
35-41 Warf Street, Cairns
QLD, 4870
www.reefcasino.com.au

T: (07) 4030 8888 F: (07) 4030 8788
E: events@reefcasino.com.au

Program dinner

Aurora will hold a program dinner on Wednesday,  at 6.30pm at a local restaurant bringing together participants, presenters and the Aurora team. Participation is optional, but you are asked to contribute $25 to the dinner (with dinner, wine & soft drinks included), and Aurora will cover additional expenses.

Learn more

This program will be presented by Rhiân Williams and Joe Agius.

Participants receive a program binder containing materials to accompany each session, including additional reading material relevant to the topics discussed.

Further information will be available closer to the program.
 

Accommodation

Accommodation is available at the venue, see the details below. Hotels in the centre of Cairns are approximately 5 minutes walk from Pullman Reef Hotel.

Pullman Reef Casino Accommodation.

There is accommodation available at The Pullman Reef Hotel. Some rooms have been set aside for Aurora program participants for $165 pp per night, or $185 including breakfast. To make a reservation, please call the hotel directly on (07) 4030 8888 and quote “0327AURPD". Please note: these rooms will only be held up until one month before the program so you will need to book early to be guaranteed this rate..

 

Developments in Native Title Law

a program for native title lawyers

NEW PROGRAM

Snapshot

Developments in Native Title Law is a three day program focussing on aspects of law NTRB lawyers have identified as pivotal to their work. It enables legal staff to further develop their knowledge and technical skills through sharing their experiences and insights, whilst drawing on the specialist expertise of a diverse range of presenters and guest speakers.

Topics for the 2012 program will be decided in consultation with senior NTRB lawyers and expert practitioners.  To make a suggestion, email the Training and PD team

When and where

Date	Location	Time
30 October - 1 November 2012	Sydney	TBC

Who can attend

To attend this program you must be employed by an NTRB as a lawyer. Space permitting, this program may also be useful for lawyers from PBCs.

Each program is entirely new and suitable for those who have attended past programs, as well as those who have not.

There is no fee to attend, however your organisation is responsible for all travel arrangements.

Registration

To register you must commit to attending the entire program by signing a Statement of Commitment on the registration form.

This program is not currently open for registration. To express your interest, email the training and PD team

Venue

Coogee Bay Hotel Conference Centre
Corner Coogee Bay Road & Arden Street
Coogee NSW 2034
Phone: (02) 9665 0000
Website: www.coogeebayhotel.com.au

Program dinner

Aurora will hold a program dinner on the Tuesday at 6.30pm at a local restaurant bringing together participants, presenters and the Aurora team. Participation is optional, but you are asked to contribute $25 to the dinner (with dinner, wine & soft drinks included), and Aurora will cover additional expenses.

Learn more

Lawyers can accrue Continuing Legal Education points for attending this program. These will be determined closer to the program date.

Participants receive a program binder and disk containing materials to accompany each session, including additional reading material relevant to the topics discussed.

Accommodation

Coogee Bay Boutique Hotel (at the venue) -  District View rooms are approximately $180 per night including a continental buffet breakfast.

Executive Development

a program for NTRB CEOs and Executive Managers

 

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Snapshot

Executive Development is a three day program covering topics of interest to NTRB CEOs and other executive managers. Topics are decided in consultation with CEOs and other executive managers, as well as expert practitioners. 

Consultations are currently underway to determine interest in a 2012 program.  For more information email Jacinta van Lint.

When and where

Date	Location	Time
TBC	TBC	TBC

Who can attend

To attend this program you must be employed by an NTRB as a CEO or in an executive management position. 

Each program is entirely new and suitable for those who have attended past programs as well as those who have not.

There is no fee to attend, however your organisation is responsible for all travel arrangements.

Registration

This program is not currently open for registration.
To express your interest, email Jacinta van Lint

Learn more

In 2007 and 2008 Aurora presented four modules of an Executive Development program. Program content included:

• leadership - vision and leading change
• leadership and ethics
• strategy - identifying issues, best practice examples, analysis and decision making
• strategic alliances and partnerships
• linking strategy to operations - goal setting, performance assessment and action planning
• maximising opportunities for funding
• measuring organisational capabilities
• organisational learning and growth
• motivating and engaging staff, coaching and performance management
• reputational capital
• resources and budget management
• risk management
• sustaining personal performance and work-life balance.

Participants receive a program binder containing materials to accompany each session, including additional reading material relevant to the topics discussed.

 

 

FoNT

Foundations of Native Title

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Snapshot

Foundations of Native Title (FoNT) is a three day program designed as an introduction to working in native title and in an NTRB. It provides opportunities for you to acquire and build on the skills and knowledge you need to work in native title, through a range of activities in a supportive environment. It is also a chance for you to connect with and learn from other NTRB staff.

Topics include:

• traditional owner perspectives on native title
• overview of the native title system and native title law
• overview of the role, responsibilities and functions of NTRBs
• roles and responsibilities of NTRB staff
• intercultural communication in native title work
• visit to the Federal Court and National Native Title Tribunal
• conflict management
• working through NTRB scenarios.

When and where

Date	Location	Time
14-16 August 2012	Adelaide	9am to 5pm Tuesday and Wednesday 9am to 4pm Thursday

Who can attend

To attend this program you must be employed by an NTRB. FoNT is recommended for staff with less than 12 months experience in native title. This program is a repeat of FoNT offered in past years.

There is no fee to attend, however your organisation is responsible for all travel arrangements.

Registration

To register you must commit to attending the entire program by signing a Statement of Commitment on the registration form.

To express your interest, email the training and PD team

Venue

Adelaide
RYDGES - South Park
1 South Terrace
Adelaide SA 5000
T: 08 8212 1277
F: 08 8212 3040
www.rydges.com/southpark

Program dinner

Aurora will hold a program dinner on Tuesday evening at a local restaurant bringing together participants, presenters and the Aurora team. Participation is optional, but you are asked to contribute $25 to the dinner (with dinner, wine & soft drinks included), and Aurora will cover additional expenses.

Learn more

Lawyers can accrue Continuing Legal Education points for attending this program.

FoNT includes sessions to build your skills and knowledge as follows:

Learn from traditional owners

• hear their experience of native title and have your questions answered in an informal setting.

Understand native title and the work of NTRBs

• an overview of native title in Australia, the legal processes (how do you ‘prove’ native title, who are the major players, the typical steps involved and related matters like future acts and ILUAs) and the current state of play around Australia, along with the functions and responsibilities of NTRBs under the Native Title Act 1993.

Explore the various roles of NTRB staff

• a small group activity explores the different responsibilities, and gives you added insight into what your colleagues do, and how things are done at other NTRBs.

Explore how to better communicate in native title work

• review common misunderstandings between those working in the native title and legal systems, and Indigenous and non-Indigenous Australians and discuss how to avoid them.

Hone your skills for managing conflict

• explore appropriate and constructive ways to respond to conflict, whether within the NTRB or with external stakeholders.

Apply what you have learned

• small group activities allow you to apply what you have learned through the program to hypothetical situations similar to those which commonly occur in NTRBs.

Presenters include traditional owners from state(s) near to each program, Diana Eades, Shawn Whelan and David Yarrow.

Participants receive a program binder containing materials to accompany each session, including additional reading material relevant to the topics discussed.
 

Accommodation

Accommodation for the Perth program is available at the venue. Trinity is a residential college with a number of motel-style rooms. Rooms start at $100 per night which includes full breakfast in the student dining room. A limited number of rooms have been set aside for Aurora so we suggest you mention us when booking.

Hotels in the centre of Perth are approximately ten minutes by taxi from Trinity.

Human Resources

a program for NTRB HR practitioners

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NOTE: THIS PROGRAM WILL NOT BE OFFERED IN 2012

Snapshot

Human Resources is a three day program covering topics of interest to NTRB human resources practitioners. Topics are decided in consultation with NTRB HR managers, as well as expert practitioners.

When and where

Human Resources will not be offered in 2012. To express your interest, email the training and PD team

Who can attend

To attend this program you must be employed by an NTRB with responsibility for human resources matters. Space permitting, the program may also be useful for those responsible for HR at PBCs.

Each program is entirely new and suitable for those who have attended past programs as well as those who have not.

There is no fee to attend, however your organisation is responsible for all travel arrangements.

Registration

This program is not offered in 2012.

Learn more 

Past programs have included the following topics:

• new developments in federal legislation
• recruitment and selection
• strategies for staff retention
• organisational and communication strategies
• streamlining HR systemes and processes.

Participants received program binders and disks containing materials to accompany each session, including additional reading material relevant to the topics discussed.

Legal Masterclass

a program for senior native title lawyers

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Snapshot

Legal Masterclass is a three day program focussing on aspects of law senior NTRB lawyers have identified as pivotal to their work. It enables experienced legal staff to further develop their knowledge and technical skills through sharing their experiences and insights, whilst drawing on the specialist expertise of a diverse range of presenters and guest speakers.

Topics for the 2012 program will be decided in consultation with senior NTRB lawyers and expert practitioners.  To make a suggestion, email the Training and PD team

When and where

Date	Location	Time
16-18 October, 2012	Sydney	TBC

Who can attend

To attend this program you must be employed by an NTRB as a principal or senior legal officer or lawyer with at least four years of native title experience. Space permitting, this program may also be useful for senior legal staff from PBCs.

Each program is entirely new and suitable for those who have attended past programs, as well as those who have not.

There is no fee to attend, however your organisation is responsible for all travel arrangements.

Registration

To register you must commit to attending the entire program by signing a Statement of Commitment on the registration form.

This program is not currently open for registration. To express your interest, email the training and PD team

Venue

Coogee Bay Hotel Conference Centre
Corner Coogee Bay Road & Arden Street
Coogee NSW 2034
Phone: (02) 9665 0000
Website: www.coogeebayhotel.com.au

Program dinner

Aurora will hold a program dinner on the Tuesday at 6.30pm at a local restaurant bringing together participants, presenters and the Aurora team. Participation is optional, but you are asked to contribute $25 to the dinner (with dinner, wine & soft drinks included), and Aurora will cover additional expenses.

Learn more

Lawyers can accrue Continuing Legal Education points for attending this program.

The 2011 program included the following topics:

• Opening address – Michael Black AC QC, Louise Anderson
• Legislative update - Louise Anderson, David Yarrow
• Native title case update – David Yarrow
• Legal strategies to risk manage intra-Indigenous conflicts in native title – Vance Hughston SC, Tina Jowett
• Carbon trading regime: implications for native title land holders – Libby Bunyan, Emily Gerrard, David Yarrow
• Joint management – Tony McAvoy, Cameron Syme, David Yarrow
• Compensation – Sturt Glacken SC, Vance Hughston SC, Tina Jowett
• Native title entities: corporate structures for social and economic development – Miriam McDonald
• Drafting agreements for successful implementation – Cameron Syme with Catherine McLeish

Participants receive a program binder and disk containing materials to accompany each session, including additional reading material relevant to the topics discussed.

Accommodation

Coogee -  Please call the Hotel directly if you wish to reserve one of these rooms (details above). District View rooms are $180 per night including a continental buffet breakfast.

Management Development

a program for NTRB managers

 

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Snapshot

Management Development is a three day program covering topics of interest to NTRB managers. Topics are decided in consultation with NTRB managers, as well as expert practitioners.

When and where

Date	Location	Time
1-3 May 2012	Perth	9 am - 5 pm

Who can attend

To attend this program you must be employed by an NTRB. Management Development is designed for managers who come from a professional background, and who are now playing an increasing role in the overall management of their NTRB. Space permitting, this program may be suitable for PBC representatives.

Each program is entirely new and suitable for those who have attended past programs as well as those who have not.

There is no fee to attend, however your organisation is responsible for all travel arrangements.

Registration

To register you must commit to attending the entire program by signing a Statement of Commitment on the registration form.

This program is currently closed for registration. To express your interest, email the training and PD team

Trinity Conference and Accommodation Centre
230 Hampden Road
Crawley
Phone: 08 9423 9423
Website: www.trinity.edu.au

Program dinner

Aurora will hold a program dinner on the Tuesday at 6.30pm at a local restaurant bringing together participants, presenters and the Aurora team. Participation is optional, but you are asked to contribute $25 to the dinner (with dinner, wine & soft drinks included), and Aurora will cover additional expenses.

Learn more

Past programs have included the following topics:

• recruitment and selection
• performance management (and difficult conversations)
• delegation
• coaching and motivating your team
• situational leadership
• decision making skills, including asking powerful questions and complex decisions
• resources and budget management
• work-life balance.

Participants receive a program binder containing materials to accompany each session, including additional reading material relevant to the topics discussed.

Accommodation

Accommodation is available at the venue. Trinity is a residential college with a number of motel-style rooms. Rooms start at $105 per night which includes full breakfast in the student dining room. A limited number of rooms have been set aside for Aurora so we suggest you mention us when booking.

Hotels in the centre of Perth are approximately ten minutes by taxi from Trinity.

 

Native Title Law and Practice

a comprehensive review of the NTA for new legal staff

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NOTE: THIS PROGRAM WILL NOT BE OFFERED IN 2012
 

Snapshot

Native Title Law and Practice provides a review of the key elements of the Native Title Act 1993 (Cwlth) as amended, and significant case law, to assist legal staff in their work at NTRBs. Opportunities for discussion allow you to learn from others and share your insights and experiences. Native Title Law & Practice is presented in partnership with the National Native Title Tribunal.

Topics include:

• Native Title Act processes, including the claim process (with an update on proposed 2009 amendments), consent determinations and alternative settlements
• proof of maintenance of traditional law and custom and connection, including issues of shared country, succession, proof of particular rights and interests), and state/territory connection guidelines
• recognition of native title under the NTA and related issues, such as extinguishment and the operation of beneficial provisions of the NTA such as ss 47-47B and 211
• an overview of the NTA future act regime, including the scope of the provisions and relevant state/territory legislation.

When and where

Date	Location	Time
15-18 August, 2011	Perth	9 am - 5pm

Who can attend

To attend this program you must be employed by an NTRB. Native Title Law and Practice is designed for lawyers with less than two years experience in native title. Space permitting, the program may also be useful for PBC legal staff.

This program is a repeat of Native Title Law & Practice offered in past years. Priority will be given to those who haven’t previously attended, but if you wish to attend again to refresh your knowledge, email the training and PD team

There is no fee to attend, however your organisation is responsible for all travel arrangements.

Registration

This program is not offered in 2012.

Venue

Trinity Conference and Accommodation Centre
230 Hampden Road
Crawley
Phone: 08 9423 9423
Website: www.trinity.edu.au

Program dinner

Aurora will hold a program dinner on Tuesday, 16 August at 6.30pm at a local restaurant bringing together participants, presenters and the Aurora team. Participation is optional, but you are asked to contribute $25 to the dinner (with dinner, wine & soft drinks included), and Aurora will cover additional expenses.

Learn more

Lawyers can accrue Continuing Legal Education points for attending this program.

Participants are asked to bring a copy of the Native Title Act 1993 (as amended).

Participants receive program binders containing materials to accompany each session, including summaries of significant cases referenced during the program.

The 2011 program was presented by Lisa Wright from the National Native Title Tribunal, with guest presenters Kevin Fitzgerald, Senior In-house Cultural Officer at SWALSC, and Melissa Moore, Director of Research and Heritage at YMAC.

Accommodation

Accommodation is available at the venue. Trinity is a residential college with a number of motel-style rooms. Rooms start at $100 per night which includes full breakfast in the student dining room. A limited number of rooms have been set aside for Aurora so we suggest you mention us when booking.

Hotels in the centre of Perth are approximately ten minutes by taxi from Trinity.

Project Management

tools and techniques for managing native title projects

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Snapshot

Project Management is designed to benefit all NTRB staff with project management responsibilities. You will learn about project management principles and practice applying these knowledge and skills.

Topics include:

• managing the project cycle, including planning, timelines, resources and logistics
• developing committed and cohesive work teams
• developing effective communication processes
• managing stakeholders effectively, including stakeholder expectations
• introduction to the project management tool kit.

When and where

Date	Location	Time
18-20 September, 2011	Melbourne	9am to 5pm

Who can attend

This program is a repeat of Project Management offered in 2011.

To attend this program you must be employed by an NTRB. Space permitting, this program may also be useful for representatives from PBCs.

There is no fee to attend, however your organisation is responsible for all travel arrangements.

Registration

To register you must commit to attending the entire program by signing a Statement of Commitment on the registration form.

This program is not currently open for registration. To express your interest, email the training and PD team

Venue

Graduate House, The University of Melbourne
220 Leicester St
Carlton VIC 3053
Phone: 03 9347 3428
Website: www.graduatehouse.com.au

Program dinner

Aurora will hold a program dinner on Tuesday, at 6.30pm at a local restaurant bringing together participants, presenters and the Aurora team. Participation is optional, but you are asked to contribute $25 to the dinner (with dinner, wine & soft drinks included), and Aurora will cover additional expenses.

Learn more

Participants receive a program binder and disk containing materials to accompany each session, including optional further reading and a project management tool kit.

Accommodation

There is accommodation is available within a 10-15 min walking distance of the venue, see some options below. Hotels in the centre of Melbourne are approximately ten minutes by taxi to Graduate House.

Best Western The Travel Inn
225 Drummond St, Carlton T: (03) 9347 7922
W: www.thetravelinn.com.au

Quality Hotel Downtowner on Lygon
66 Lygon St, Carlton
T: 03 9663 5555
W: www.choicehotels.com.au/en/melbourne-hotel-quality-vic-AU404-en?cid=188954
E: booking@downtowner.com.au

Quest Carlton on Finlay
2-9 Finlay Place (just off Lygon St), Carlton
T: 03 8341 4777
W: www.questcarltononfinlay.com.au
E: questcarltononfinlay@questapartments.com.au

 

Research Practices

a program for NTRB research staff

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Snapshot

Research Practices is a three day program covering topics of interest to NTRB research staff. Opportunities for discussion allow you to learn from others and share your insights and experiences.  Program presenters in 2011 did include Tina Jowett and Lee Sackett.

The 2011 program did include the following topics:

• ethics and managing cultural sensitivities in native title research
• field techniques for gathering evidence for native title reports – including interviewing, listening and questionnaires
• genealogical research techniques
• approaching and structuring connection reports – for litigated and consent determinations
• roles of research staff in minimizing intra-Indigenous conflict: processes for determining the claim group and applicants
• burning legal issues: being prepared for cross examination and appearing as an expert witness; preparing affidavits
• managing research materials post-determination, including knowledge management databases.

When and where

Date	Location	Time
30 - 1 November, 2012	Brisbane	TBC

Who can attend

To attend this program you must be employed by an NTRB. Research Practices is designed for NTRB research staff, including anthropologists, archaeologists and historians.

Each program is entirely new and suitable for those who have attended past programs, as well as those who have not.

There is no fee to attend, however your organisation is responsible for all travel arrangements.

Registration

To register you must commit to attending the entire program by signing a Statement of Commitment on the registration form.

This program is not currently open for registration. To express your interest, email the training and PD team

Venue

TBC

Program dinner

Aurora will hold a program dinner on Tuesday, 30 November at 6.30pm at a local restaurant bringing together participants, presenters and the Aurora team. Participation is optional, but you are asked to contribute $25 to the dinner (with dinner, wine & soft drinks included), and Aurora will cover additional expenses.

Learn more

Past programs have included the following topics:

• focusing anthropological research enquiries for the proof of native title
• effective use of anthropological research methods – practical ways to get the most from your research and strategic considerations in research choices
• managing the research process when working with consultants
• new developments in meeting evidentiary requirements
• briefing consultants for better outcomes – writing briefs which will satisfy legal requirements and allow experts to reach their conclusions
• exploration of the capabilities brought to native title by the various research disciplines, history in particular, and examination of the complexities faced by cognate disciplines when required to conform to the requirements of legal evidentiary practice
• issues and solutions for the storage and transfer of cultural and heritage information and materials
• dispute management skills – learn to tailor your approach to disputes to meet the differing needs of the individuals and groups involved, and the underlying motivations which underpin their behaviour.

Program presenters included Kingsley Palmer, Vance Hughston SC, Tina Jowett, Ann Genovese, Grace Koch and Rhiân Williams.

Participants received program binders and disks containing materials to accompany each session, including additional reading material relevant to the topics discussed.

Accommodation

TBC

Strategic Negotiation

a skills focused program for senior NTRB staff

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NOTE: THIS PROGRAM WILL NOT BE OFFERED IN 2012
 

Snapshot

Strategic Negotiation is a skills-based program tailored for NTRB negotiators. It provides a framework for negotiation and the tools to become an effective negotiator. The program takes an interests-based approach to enable exploration of all available options, enhancing the likelihood of acceptable outcomes for all parties. Presentations, exercises and small group coaching allow you to develop your negotiation skills.

Topics include:

• understanding the components of a negotiation
• the Seven Elements, a road map for undertaking negotiations
• preparing for a negotiation
• preparing agendas for successful at the table negotiations
• techniques for asking better questions
• managing conflict and breaking deadlocks
• tools for measuring success.

When and where

Date	Location	Time
26-28 July 2011	Melbourne	TBC

Who can attend

This program is a repeat of Negotiation Skills offered in 2010. To attend, you must be employed by an NTRB. The program is recommended for legal staff, management and senior community liaison/field officers, experienced in negotiating agreements alongside traditional owner groups. Space permitting, the program may also be useful for representatives from PBCs involved in negotiating agreements.

There is no fee to attend, however your organisation is responsible for all travel arrangements.

Registration

This workshop is modular, each segment builds on the one before and participants often work in pairs or groups which are pre-allocated. This makes it difficult for any person to miss parts of the course.

To register for this program you must commit to attending the entire program by signing a Statement of Commitment on the registration form.

Registration also requires completion of a pre-program questionnaire which allows further tailoring of the program to meet the needs of the group.

This program is not currently open for registration. To express your interest, email the training and PD team

Venue

Graduate House, The University of Melbourne
220 Leicester St
Carlton VIC 3053
Phone: 03 9347 3428
Website: www.graduatehouse.com.au

Program dinner

Aurora will hold a program dinner on Tuesday, 26 July at 6.30pm at a local restaurant bringing together participants, presenters and the Aurora team. Participation is optional, but you are asked to contribute $25 to the dinner (with dinner, wine & soft drinks included), and Aurora will cover additional expenses.

Learn more

Lawyers can accrue Continuing Legal Education points for attending this program.

2010 program presenters included lead presenter Shirli Kirschner with David Bryson, Margaret Halsmith and Ashley Limbury.

Participants receive a program binder containing materials to accompany each session, including additional reading material relevant to the topics discussed.

Accommodation

There is accommodation is available within a 10-15 min walking distance of the venue, see some options below. Hotels in the centre of Melbourne are approximately ten minutes by taxi to Graduate House.

Best Western The Travel Inn

225 Drummond St, Carlton T: (03) 9347 7922
W:  www.thetravelinn.com.au

Quality Hotel Downtowner on Lygon

66 Lygon St, Carlton
 T: 03 9663 5555
W: www.choicehotels.com.au/en/melbourne-hotel-quality-vic-AU404-en?cid=188954
E:  booking@downtowner.com.au

Quest Carlton on Finlay

2-9 Finlay Place (just off Lygon St), Carlton
T: 03 8341 4777
W: www.questcarltononfinlay.com.au
E:  questcarltononfinlay@questapartments.com.au

 

Understanding Future Acts

a technical overview of the Future Acts regime

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NOTE: THIS PROGROM WILL NOT BE OFFERED IN 2012
 

Snapshot

Future Acts is a practical program focussing on Subdivision P (the right to negotiate regime) and how that regime is administered by the National Native Title Tribunal. Participants gain an understanding of both the legal requirements and how the process works with opportunities to apply this knowledge to selected case studies. Future Acts is presented in partnership with the National Native Title Tribunal.

Topics include:

• the powers and functions of the National Native Title Tribunal and Federal Court
• identifying the acts to which Subdivision P applies
• the requirements for a s. 29 notice
• the requirements applications under s. 75 – expedited procedure objection application and future act determination application
• the s. 237 criteria for expedited procedure objection applications
• what it means to negotiate in good faith
• the criteria in s. 39 for making a future act determination.

When and where

Future Acts will not be offered in 2012. To express your interest, email the training and PD team

Who can attend

To attend this program you must be employed by an NTRB. The program is specifically designed for Future Acts Officers and lawyers responsible for managing right to negotiate matters. Space permitting, this program may also be useful for PBC legal staff and those responsible for managing future act matters.

This program is a repeat of Future Acts offered in past years. Priority will be given to those who haven’t previously attended, but if you wish to attend again to refresh your knowledge, email the training and PD team

There is no fee to attend, however your organisation is responsible for all travel arrangements.

Registration

To register you must commit to attending the entire program by signing a Statement of Commitment on the registration form.

Future Acts will not be offered in 2012. To express your interest, email the training and PD team

Learn more

Lawyers can accrue Continuing Legal Education points for attending this program.

The 2011 program was presented by Lisa Wright  from the National Native Title Tribunal.

Participants received program binders and disks containing materials to accompany each session, including additional reading material relevant to the topics discussed.

 

Understanding ILUAs

a program for NTRB legal staff

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Snapshot

Understanding ILUAs is a two day practical program focussing on both the technical aspects of Indigenous Land Use Agreements (ILUAs) and the requirements for registration. Using practical case studies, participants will be better able to make informed decisions about whether or not to recommend the use of an ILUA, select the correct type of ILUA and manage the risks relating to the registration process. Understanding ILUAs is presented in partnership with the National Native Title Tribunal.

Topics include:

• the legal requirements for each type of ILUA
• the advantages and disadvantages of using ILUAs in different contexts
• the registration requirements for each type of ILUA
• applying the knowledge gained to a variety of cases.

Note: Negotiation skills and the content of agreements are outside the scope of this workshop, as they are addressed in a separate Aurora program.

When and where

Date	Location	Time
22-23 May, 2012	Sydney	9-5pm

Who can attend

To attend this program you must be employed by an NTRB. The program is designed for NTRB legal staff. Space permitting, the program may also be useful for PBC legal staff.

Previous attendance at the Native Title Law and Practice program is desirable, but not essential.

There is no fee to attend, however your organisation is responsible for all travel arrangements.

Registration

To register you must commit to attending the entire program by signing a Statement of Commitment on the registration form.

This program is currently open for registration. Register now

Venue

Coogee Bay Hotel Conference Centre
Corner Coogee Bay Road & Arden Street
Coogee NSW 2034
Phone: (02) 9665 0000
Website: www.coogeebayhotel.com.au

Learn more

Lawyers can accrue Continuing Legal Education points for attending this program.

Presenters are Stephen Sparkes and Lisa Wright from the National Native Title Tribunal.

Participants receive a program binder and disk containing materials to accompany each session, including additional reading material relevant to the topics discussed.

Accommodation

Coogee - Please call the Hotel directly if you wish to reserve one of these rooms (details above). District View rooms are $180 per night including a continental buffet breakfast.