USQ host lecture by former Justice of the High Court of Australia

Honourable Michael Kirby gives a public lecture at USQ Springfield on August 14

A former Justice of the High Court of Australia the Honourable Michael Kirby will present a public lecture at USQ Springfield campus on Saturday, 14 August.

Mr Kirby will reflect on reforms he would like to see in Australia’s legal system and on his career and life more broadly.

USQ Law Lecturer, Associate Professor Anthony Gray said Michael Kirby’s lecture was a major coup for the University and an exciting opportunity for the legal and broader community.

'Mr Kirby is one of Australia’s greatest jurists and law reformers and his lecture will be both fascinating and inspirational," he said. 

'He is one of the country’s best known judges and his judgements are well known to law students, scholars and teachers.

'He retired from the High Court of Australia, this country’s most senior court in 2009 after 13 years of distinguished service.

'Mr Kirby will also answer questions following the lecture,' he said.

Assoc Prof Gray said it is not very often the public get the chance to hear someone like Michael Kirby speak in person.

'We wanted to ensure this event was not just for the University and legal professionals, but a true community event.

'I encourage anyone who wants to attend to register their interest.'

The public lecture will take place at the USQ Auditorium at Springfield campus, Sinnathamby Boulevard, Springfield Central on Saturday, 14 August from 11.15am to 2.45pm with lunch provided.

Registrations are still being taken for the public lecture, with those wishing to attend asked to contact the Faculty of Business, Dianne Hall at Dianne.hall@usq.edu.au or on 3470 4348 for more information.

Contact Details:
Jo-Ann Sparrow, USQ Media, +61 7 3470 4119 or 0438 309 096