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Reformation beyond reform?
Reformation beyond reform?
March 4, 2026

Why does engaging with the law so often feel so hard? We’ve so much time thinking about law reform yet spent far too little energy reforming the systems that shape our everyday experience of justice.

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A million-dollar investment kicks off our 2025–26 Major Grants
A million-dollar investment kicks off our 2025–26 Major Grants
February 26, 2026

We hosted a meet-and-greet for our newest Major Grant recipients to share what led them to their projects, build relationships and celebrate the beginning of the next round of projects.

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Legal Laneway Breakfasts kick off a statewide start to the legal year
Legal Laneway Breakfasts kick off a statewide start to the legal year
February 12, 2026

The 2026 Legal Laneway Breakfast series has once again opened Victoria’s legal year with energy and insight, bringing together the justice community from across the state.

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