State Government Conference

Sofitel, Brisbane Central

Thursday, 9 July 2026

About the Conference

McCullough Robertson’s State Government Conference brings together legal, human resources and other professionals to explore the key issues shaping Queensland’s employment and industrial relations landscape under the Industrial Relations Act 2016 (Qld).

Tailored for decision makers, HR and legal advisors in the public sector and local government, this half-day program features expert insights to reduce risk and disputes, practical sessions on discipline processes, current case law developments, managing risks around psychosocial safety in employment processes, and a panel discussion to take full advantage of our experienced, senior ERS team in dealing with challenging situations.

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Venue and travel

The conference will be held at Sofitel in the Brisbane CBD.

Address: 5 Boundary Street, Brisbane City QLD
Public transport: Direct access to the hotel is available via Ann Street and Brisbane’s Central Station. Look for the double doors with the hotel name above it and follow the escalators up to arrive at the hotel lobby.
Taxi / rideshare: To drive or via a rideshare Sofitel Brisbane Central is a 20-minute drive via AirportLink Tollway from Brisbane Airport.

Parking

On-site parking is available. Limited spaces are available so we recommend arriving early. Additional parking is available in nearby CBD and Fortitude Valley locations.

FAQs

When will the program be released?

The full program will be sent directly to all ticket holders via email once it is confirmed, so you’ll have everything you need well in advance to plan your attendance.

What’s included in my ticket?

Your ticket includes access to all sessions, with catering throughout the day (lunch, coffee, tea, and snacks). You’ll also have plenty of opportunities to connect with others, with dedicated time for networking, conversation, and informal discussions.

Can I update ticket details later when I confirm who is attending from my organisation?

If you need to update any of your registration details (such as attendee name, organisation, dietary requirements, or contact information), you can do so directly through Humanitix:

Open your Humanitix confirmation email
Click “Manage my booking”
Follow the prompts to edit your ticket details

If you can’t locate your confirmation email, you can resend it via Humanitix using the email address you registered with.

What is your refund policy?

We understand plans can change. If you need to cancel your ticket, full ticket refunds are available up to 30 days prior to the event. Please note that booking fees charged by Humanitix are non refundable.

To request a refund or manage your booking, please use the “Manage my booking” link in your Humanitix confirmation email.

Will session materials or recordings be shared after the event?

Yes — session materials and recordings will be made available to all attendees and sent directly via email following the event.

Can I pay by bank transfer?

Yes, bank transfer payments can be arranged by request. We can issue an invoice for your ticket purchase. Please contact Eilish Dodd using the enquiry details below to organise this.

Will I need my Humanitix ticket on the conference day?

No, you won’t need to present your ticket, simply provide your name at registration. Name badges are printed in advance using the ticket details provided, so please ensure your information is up to date before the conference by managing your booking through Humanitix.

Enquiries

For assistance with bookings, or for any general enquiries on the Employment Relations Conference, please reach out to Eilish Dodd.