On 21 May 2025, Michelle Benjamin (and her dad, The Honourable Robert Benjamin AM SC) delivered something special: a presentation on trauma-informed practice that was as emotionally resonant as it was intellectually sharp. Their combined insights – drawn from frontline therapeutic work, courtroom experience and decades of leadership – created a space where humour, humanity…
AACP’s A Celebration of Collaboration event in Sydney on 10 February was a remarkable evening. Beyond the heartfelt speeches, the celebratory toasts, and the stunning venue – thank you, JLL – the gathering served as a powerful reminder of the people and organisations dedicated to fostering and investing in collaborative practice. A highlight of the…
Big questions, robust discussion and a room full of collaborative professionals proving that collaborative practice takes some serious skills. Guided by AACP President, Bernie Bolger and Board member, Tash Nolan and facilitated by Immediate Past President, Sue Abrams, our Collaborative Masterclass on 10 February surpassed expectations and we’re pleased to say, no cornerstone was left…
AACP’s outgoing President, Sue Abrams had the privilege of attending CP(NSW)’s 2024 Main Event in Sydney on 14 November 2024, a sold-out gathering at the fabulous de Vine Food and Wine! Attendees heard from the extraordinary Amani Haydar, an award-winning advocate, artist and author about her life experiences. Amani’s powerful story of resilience – addressing…
AACP is excited to celebrate the growth of Collaborative Practice in Wills & Estates in NSW On 19 September, AACP President Sue Abrams had the honour of serving as MC at the launch event for the Collaborative Professionals (NSW) Wills & Estates Practice Group in Sydney. It was an evening marked by warmth, enthusiasm and…
We are thrilled to see Collaborative Professionals NSW Board member, Aileen Slattery, featured in Lawyers Weekly recently for her insightful article that emphasises the importance of Collaborative Practice in prioritising clients’ needs and fostering well-being within the legal profession. In the article, Aileen explores how Collaborative Practice is transforming the way legal professionals approach dispute…
By Melissa Matthews – Mediator | Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner (FDRP) | Collaborative Practitioner | Conflict Coach The People Our group was created when we attended a business training day with Clarissa Rayward in Orange, NSW. The purpose of the day was to spend some time individually focusing on our own business development. The result…
The AACP board had the great privilege of joining our collaborative colleagues from Sydney and some welcome visitors in action packed day of training and networking. JLL’s spectacular Sydney offices played host to the event. A big thank you to all who made the day possible: Our Family Wizard for sponsoring the Split-Up documentary screening…
The AACP Board is pleased to announce the next Board Around will be taking place in Sydney on Friday, 19 May 2023. We thank our venue host, JLL and look forward to sharing with you all the exciting plans that Collaborative Professionals (NSW) has in store for the day’s events.
There was a great deal to celebrate at Collaborative Professionals NSW most recent member networking event. After months of missing the opportunity to collectively catch up face-to-face, the fun-filled speed networking event at the Union Club on 25 August was a breath of fresh air. It was also an opportunity to announce the recipients of…
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