Workplace Law in Transition: Preparing for 2026

Wednesday, 19 November 2025, 8.00AM-9.30AM, Brisbane CBD

NEW EVENT


Date: Wednesday, 19 November 2025
Time: 8.00AM-9.30AM (7.45AM arrival)
Venue: Brisbane Club, Suite 3/241 Adelaide Street, Brisbane QLD 4000

In 2025, we’ve seen a wave of legislative changes, and, on top of that, the first cases emerging from reforms introduced in 2024, including:

• Right to Disconnect
• Wage & Super Increases
• Paid Parental Leave
• Intentional Wage Theft
• Sexual Harassment
• Psychosocial Risks, and more…

Join Leanne Lazarus and Ben Wheeler from people2people Brisbane for our final HR Forum of the year, alongside guest speaker Jonathan Mamaril, Director and Head of Employment Law at South Geldard Lawyers.

Together, we’ll unpack several key 2025 cases — analysing what could have been managed differently, and drawing out the essential lessons to help HR professionals mitigate risk going forward.

What legislative changes could 2026 bring? Join us on Wednesday 19 November for a focused and practical session designed to help HR leaders anticipate what’s next, stay compliant, and guide their teams with confidence.

Seats are limited. Secure your spot today and be ready for the year ahead.


Jonathan Mamaril

"As an experienced Employment Lawyer and Director with more than 16 years’ experience in workplace relations and industrial relations, Jonathan Mamaril has become a trusted expert for Human Resources, People and Culture, Owners and Executive teams.

Jonathan is a regular speaker for TEC and Vistage, Manufacturing Excellence Forum, and Best Practice Network and has been interviewed by ABC radio, news.com.au, Brisbane Times, HR Leader, HR Daily, HRM Online, and the Sydney Morning Herald."

Sarah Stone

Sarah Stone is the Co-Founder of LinkABLE and a seasoned Education and Capability Executive, respected thought leader, and experienced Change Strategist dedicated to shaping the future of organisational development. She has led transformative programs for organisations ranging from start-ups with five employees to global enterprises of 55,000, helping teams prepare for the evolving world of work. With a strong focus on aligning employee experience with business strategy, Sarah has successfully implemented culture, leadership, and capability frameworks that strengthen performance, engagement, and sustainable growth.

Adam Fairhurst

Adam Fairhurst brings over 27 years’ experience leading corruption, criminal and workplace investigations across corporate and government environments in Australia and internationally.

He has held senior roles across law enforcement, government integrity functions and forensic consulting, including with Queensland Police Service, Queensland Health, the Department of Justice and BDO. Adam is considered a subject matter expert in workplace investigations, fraud risk, misconduct, corruption, compliance and governance.

Samantha Sellwood

Sam Sellwood is a registered psychologist, facilitator and consultant with experience across government, non-government and high-pressure environments, including the Queensland Police Service and Queensland’s workplace health and safety regulator.

Sam works with organisations to assess psychosocial risk and support practical conversations about workplace mental health, leadership development and organisational wellbeing. She has a particular interest in early- to mid-career leaders, helping them build the confidence, clarity and capability to lead healthier, more effective teams.

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About Jonathan Mamaril

As an experienced Employment Lawyer and Director with more than 16 years’ experience in workplace relations and industrial relations, Jonathan Mamaril has become a trusted expert for Human Resources, People and Culture, Owners and Executive teams.

Jonathan is a regular speaker for TEC and Vistage, Manufacturing Excellence Forum, and Best Practice Network and has been interviewed by ABC radio, news.com.au, Brisbane Times, HR Leader, HR Daily, HRM Online, and the Sydney Morning Herald.