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THE PEOPLE’S PETTIFOGGER
“I’m a gangsta, but y’all knew that. The big boss dog, yeah I had to do
that. I keep a blue flag hanging out my back side, but only on the left
side, yeah that’s the crip side”– Snoop Dogg when asked who will win
the race for TULS Publications next year
Dear Law School,
We hope everyone is tremendous and striving for success
in both academic and non-academic pursuits. With week
10 nearing an end, the finish line of another year at Law
School is drawing fast upon us.
As the current 5th year cohort prepares for bigger and
better things, opportunities arise for the next generation.
This of course begs the question who will form the
TULS Publications team for 2017; will it be Gab ‘Fahan
head girl of 2011’ Wake and Andrew ‘Penthouse’
Lonergan, or will underdogs Captain Henry ‘The
Captain’ Jones and Mat ‘No one at law school knows
who I am’ Williams take the cake? Regardless of the
outcome the Pettifogger will be in good hands.
In other Publications news we would like to extend a
huge thank you to our newly elected sub-committee.
Congratulations Amelia Goss, Georgia Cox and Lizzie
Phillips. Commiserations must also go to Sam Padgett
and Dr Jeff McGee who just missed the cut. We look
forward to working with our sub-committee for our final
projects of the year.
Please enjoy this People’s Fog. This issue is jam-packed
with the usual updates and announcements as well as a
special ‘how to make money guide’ written by resident
Law School workhorse Simon Haigh.
Regards,
Mike and Will
TULS PUBLICATIONS 2016
#Discovery88
Whack it on your fridge
Leo Cussen On September 27th 12-1
Sessions in LT2 there will be an
interview skills session.
At 2-3 there will be an
information session in
the Moot Court.
College of Law October 4th Time and
information venue TBA
session
Last day of Uni October 14th the day when
a lot of people really come
out of the woodwork and
set some tones
TULS HEALTH WEEK Week 11 (next week!)
*TLPC (Legal Prac) October 31st – don’t miss
Enrolment* out!
Send us your qualms:
[email protected]
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Spring 2016
FOR ALL CURRENT 5TH YEARS, PLEASE DO NOT FORGET TO ENROL IN THE
TASMANIAN LEGAL PRACTICE COURSE FOR 2017. ENROLMENTS CLOSE
OCTOBER 31ST AND CAN BE COMPLETED AT
WWW.STUDENTCENTRE.UTAS.EDU.AU/ADMISSIONS/APPLYWEB.HTML
What is the Tasmanian Legal Practice Course?
The Tasmanian Legal Practice Course (TLPC) is a post graduate professional legal training program whose
graduates are eligible to apply for admission as legal practitioners. Once admitted, you are eligible to apply for
admission in other states or territories, either directly or to appear under the Mutual Recognition Scheme.
In addition, graduates are awarded a Graduate Diploma in Legal Practice from the University of Tasmania. The
Course is conducted by the Centre for Legal Studies at the UTAS Hunter Street campus.
Why complete a Professional Legal Training Program?
The TLPC is a practical and challenging course that provides you with an invaluable skill set whether or not you
intend to practice law. In each year trainees attend the TLPC for different reasons: some because they intend to
practice law; some to help them decide if they want to practice law; some to keep their career options open should
they choose to practice law in the future; some to expand their qualifications and opportunities in the job market;
and others are keen to gain skills, such as advocacy and letter writing to use in other professional roles.
Why complete the TLPC?
The Course is recognised nationally as providing excellent quality training. It offers a unique and intense practical
experience unlike any other professional legal training program and will be different to any other course that you
will have studied at University.
Highlights of the TLPC include:
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a strong advocacy component with trainees appearing in the Supreme Court or Magistrates' Court before
Judges and Magistrates on a weekly basis;
a client interviewing program partnered with the Hobart Community Legal Service and conducted with real
clients;
workshop style teaching with an emphasis on learning through simulated transactional files;
direct instruction and support from Tasmania's Judges, Magistrates and legal practitioners;
emphasis and teaching of practical drafting and letter writing skills;
Three weeks’ work experience in a firm or government agency (arranged for you);
face-to-face teaching and mentoring with minimum online learning;
a networking program partnered with Hobart’s Young Lawyers;
a social and collegial environment; and
historically a number of employers seeking a graduate legal practitioner advertise their positions directly to
trainees attending the TLPC.
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Application Process & Costs
In 2017 the TLPC will commence on Friday 3 February and conclude on Thursday 3 August. The workload
is full-time, with core training on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays to allow trainees flexibility to study
around family and work commitments.
In 2016, the TLPC cost $9,394 for Domestic students, and this is supported by HECS.
Applications will open for the 2017 intake in August 2016 and close on 31 October 2016.
Details about the TLPC and application process can be found on the TLPC website at
http://www.utas.edu.au/legalstudies or please contact the TLPC on (03) 6226 4394.
Course Information
The Course consists of six months of practical legal work in a legal office environment. There are seven
compulsory units:
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Civil Litigation Practice – Supreme Court Practice and Advocacy (incl. Tribunal Practice)
Criminal Law Practice – Magistrates’ Court Practice and Advocacy
Trust and Office Accounting
Property Law Practice (incl. Wills & Estate Practice)
Commercial and Corporate Practice
Family Law Practice and Advocacy
Skills, Ethics and Professional Responsibility
Work is assessed on a pass-fail basis and is made up of a range of different forms of ‘practical’
assessment, including court advocacy and legal drafting.
A 2013 Tasmanian Legal Practice Graduate shares his impressions of the Course
Christiaan Roberts
Associate, Judd Commercial Lawyers, Sydney, NSW
I completed the Tasmanian Legal Practice Course in 2013 and now work in a boutique commercial and corporate transaction and
litigation firm in New South Wales. Completing the Course provided me with the practical knowledge to ‘hit the ground running’
when I commenced legal practice.
The Course reflects the practical nature of legal practice. There is a strong focus on legal writing and drafting. The documents that
students draft are reviewed by senior practitioners and members of the Judiciary. The practitioners and Judiciary provide excellent
feedback as the content and style of a student’s legal writing and drafting. I still refer in practice when drafting particular
documents to the advice and feedback that was provided to me by senior practitioners and members of the Judiciary during my
time at the Tasmanian Legal Practice Course.
The Course, particularly with the instruction and guidance that it provides, places students in the position whereby they are able to
gather and present relevant evidence, draft applications and pleadings and then appear before the Court to advocate for their client.
Having such ability is valued in the legal professional. I have used the skills and feedback that I gained at the Course regularly since
commencing practice in New South Wales. From my observations working in an interstate private practice it is evident that
graduates of the Tasmanian Legal Practice Course are able to address the Court in a far more substantive way, contribute more
effectively and productively to the preparation of evidence and to the drafting of court documents.
The quality and guidance of the Tasmanian Legal Practice Course was most beneficial and instructive. I have no doubt that I
would not have had the confidence or the requisite abilities to undertake the necessary tasks when I commenced work had I not
completed the Tasmanian Legal Practice Course.
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WELFARE
CORRESPONENT DEE
EARLEY
UTAS COUNSELLING SERVICE
SURVIVE LAW
LIFELINE
Hobart – Level 1 Student Centre Administration
Building (Phone (03) 6226 2697)
Survivelaw.com
UTAS Learning Access Plans
BEYOND BLUE
THE DESK
http://www.utas.edu.au/students/disability/learningaccess-plans
Phone - 1300 22 4636
Thedesk.org.au
Phone - 13 11 14
Welfare report:
Next week is Week 11 A.K.A Health Week!
We have the following events lined up for you:
Monday: Mature Age/Graduate Entry ‘Wine and
Cheese Night’ 6-7pm in the Law Faculty. This event
celebrates and recognises the particular needs of this
group of students within the Law Faculty.
Tuesday: Futsal in the Unigym Sports Hall from
10.30-11.30am. Come and join in – it is lots of fun and
a good chance to stretch your legs!
Wednesday: Chai and Chat + Secret Santa 1.30-3pm!
Feel free to contribute baked goods for the Chai and
Chat to share with everyone! We will be running a
‘Secret Santa’ as well – donate a small present valued
at no more than $5 and we will write your name down
and you will receive a present donated by another
student!
Thursday: Free pancake breakfast 8.30-10am outside
the Law Faculty. Come along for some delicious
pancakes cooked by the Red Frogs!
Walking group will also be running from 12-1pm.
Friday: The Puppy Picnic + BBQ + smoothies +
cricket! Bring along your dog and some gold coins to
donate – money raised will go towards Brightside
Animal Sanctuary!
Hope to see you all at as many events as possible! I
know it’s a busy time of year and no one has much
time, but that means that it’s even more important to
make sure you fit some fun and relaxation into your
busy schedules!
Love Ruthie + TULS
Lemon Crème Meringues with Passionfruit
Ingredients:
 3 egg whites
 Pinch of cream of tartar
 100g (1/2 cup) caster sugar
 2 x 150g ctns Vaalia Low Fat Lemon Creme
Yoghurt
 80ml (1/3 cup) light thickened cream
 2-3 passionfruit, halved, pulp removed
Method:
Step 1: Preheat oven to 150°C. Line 2 baking trays
with non-stick baking paper. Draw four 8cm discs on
each lined tray. Turn the paper ink-side down.
Step 2: Use an electric beater to beat the egg whites
and cream of tartar in a bowl until firm peaks form.
Add the sugar, 1 tablespoonful at a time, beating
constantly until the sugar dissolves and the mixture is
thick and glossy.
Step 3: Divide mixture among discs and use the back
of a spoon to smooth surfaces. Bake for 30 minutes or
until pale golden and slightly crisp. Turn oven off.
Leave meringues in the oven, with the door ajar, to
cool completely.
Step 4: Place the yoghurt and cream in separate bowls.
Use an electric beater to beat the cream until thick.
Use a large metal spoon to fold the cream into the
yoghurt.
Step 5: Divide half the meringue discs between 4
plates. Top with half the yoghurt mixture. Top with
the remaining meringue discs and remaining yoghurt.
Top with passionfruit pulp.
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ANNOUNCEMENTS AND PRONOUNCEMENTS
Refugee Essay Competition – Open to UTAS Students – See further:
https://www.asil.org/sites/default/files/2017CallForPapers.pdf
Note: Anja Hilkemeijer happy to supervise students wishing to enter – if interested please
contact [email protected]
TULS’ LEGAL SPONSORS 2016
King & Wood Mallesons, the Leo Cussen Centre for Law and the Tasmanian Legal
Practice Course at the Centre for Legal Studies are platinum legal sponsors for TULS in
2016!
SPORTS UPDATE
Several weeks ago TULS took on En
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SPORTS REPORT
Approximately two fortnights ago the Law School took on Engineering in a faculty football game.
Whilst the on field efforts were abysmal and shambolic, the memories that were will last forever.
Please enjoy this summary of the day’s events from TULS Publications Sports correspondents Toby
MacGregor, Henry Jones, Jake Farmer and Charlotte Froelich.
On the eve of Law Ball 2K16, TULS footy was
an overwhelming disappointment. This game
against Engi was the decider as to who would be
taking the trophy home for this year. Despite the
great attendance – Joseph Lee was overheard
saying that he’d “never seen so many people in
attendance for TULS and it was looking
promising” – it ended up being one of TULS’
darkest days on the sporting field.
The game started off well with Toby lasting a whole 5 minutes before heading to hospital for
stitches. It didn’t get any better after that, with one bloke from Engi trying to biff every TULS player
he could. It started off as a tight contest with a number of TULS players finding space on the flanks
and pressing hard. It was all for nothing though, and with Cam Topfer and Simon Haigh worked so
hard in the first quarter they couldn’t see out the rest of the game, it was always going to be an uphill
battle. TULS went into the first break holding a lead, however, it went downhill from there with
Michael Flanagan bringing absolutely none of the pepper he’d promised, and big Tim Cannon
struggling to keep Fraser Gehrig at bay even though he only moved out of the goal square at the end
of each quarter.
Jake Farmer held the coaching reigns for the majority of
the first half, and it must be said that things were going
relatively well up until half way through the second
quarter when Andrew Isles took over –only one word
can summarise his coaching performance: abysmal. It
just goes to show that you can’t bring the same tactics to
a footy game that you take to picking up TULS 3rd year
representatives.
Official TULS photographer Nic Edmondson
spent most of his afternoon smoking darts, but
managed to snag a few photos of Michael
Kadziolka and Mitchel Youd besieging
Constantinople getting involved in a brawl
with 15 engineering cobbers. Cooper SmithDenehey was a shining light in the absence of
Jeff McGee and Rick Snell, but this was still
not enough to account for the failures of
wannabe TULS publications officers Henry
‘Chili’ Jones and Mat ‘Tasmanian Trout
Expo at Cressy’ Williams, who had the Uni
Oval confused for the kissing room at the
Poobah. Big props go out to all the second and third years who turned up, and despite the fact that
they were largely ineffectual, it was good to see that law students of all ages are up for a free piss up
under the false pretence of sport. Jarrod Hibberd actually played well, which was a nice change of
pace for an otherwise average day.
Maggie
Saunders
was
again
disappointing. Despite the constant noise
about wanting to play every TULS sport
this year, she pulled the pin at the last
minute and threw the intricate game plan
into disarray, whilst Ruthie Jeanerret and
Demi Peters provided great voice from
the sidelines. Debutant Lee Ndimanyi
promised everything and was clearly out
to impress someone watching on the
sidelines with a view to making a move at
Law Ball (shout out to Audrey Driscoll) –
hope everything went well for you the
following night big fella! Josh Munting
had a red-hot dip for about two minutes,
and Cradle Coast student Jarryd Price was at his lackadaisical worst, but best on ground clearly goes
Pat Ingram who forgot his boots and didn’t actually play.
Anyway, the footy drought continues for TULS, but hopefully next year the team can lift and deliver
shield glory to the faculty for the first time. We’ll see you all at O-Bar for Gerard Quek’s
homecoming DJ set.
Jake Farmer and Henry Jones
#discovery88
“LETTERS TO THE EDITOR”
Do you find yourself struggling to pick up shifts in the quiet winter months? Have you
recently needed to get time off work for injury/academic endeavors/personal
bereavement? Are you struggling with the administrative side of Centrelink? Have no fear!
Simon Haigh is here to help. Rest assured, Simon’s betting prowess was recently
recognised when he was awarded the ‘Michael Stokes Award for General Excellence’!
Hot punting/sports trading tips for Summer 2016/2017
By the final year of their degree, most students will realise that the legal
profession is a dismal way of making money. Graduates can look forward to
working long hours and earning much less than their friends from other
disciplines. Here’s some better ways to make tax-free money without leaving
your computer!
Brownlow Medal 2016:
Patrick Dangerfield is a certainty and will easily clear 30 votes (Betfair price:
$1.26). He is still worth investing in, but this year’s value is to be had in
picking individual leaders in team votes.
Most team votes for GWS: Stephen Conigilio
Most of the public still doesn’t know who even suits up each week the
league’s 18th franchise. Take advantage of the oblivious AFL community and
load up on a player still available for $2.50 at William Hill, who has been
tipped to lead GWS by AFL biostatistician Michael Bailey with a 7-point
lead on nearest rival Dylan Shiel.
Most team votes for Geelong (without Selwood/Dangerfield): Corey
Enright
Will come home strongly and represents great value at $3.00 at TABTouch.
Anybody who thinks Motlop is a threat needs to be reminded that he showed up for training camp in a similar state to
a prime Relton Roberts. Go with the 300 game superstar instead!
Lock of the week: Most team votes for St. Kilda (excluding Steven)
Nick Riewoldt is still available for $1.20 at TABTouch to win this market and is as close to a sure thing you will find
at this price after finishing the season with a 9 goal performance. Catches the umpire’s eye with his work ethic and
blonde hair. Put your house on this!
US Presidential Race: Donald Trump
The great man continues to shorten amidst health concerns for Clinton. Public opinion polls show the value to be had
at the $3.20 he is currently trading for on Betfair. Load up now and be prepared to trade out prior to the election if you
want to play things safe. Make your bankroll great again!
AFL 2017: Top 8 Market
Collingwood have improved by successfully removing team cancer Travis Cloke in recent weeks and have the capital
to make major acquisitions over summer. Load up on the Magpies to make the top 8 next year when Betfair markets
open in October. Wait until March, by which point the supporter base will have overhyped the acquisition of Lin Jong
and brought the odds down enough to present opportunity for cash out. Lay off Collingwood and lock in profit before
their obligatory disappointing home and away season begin.
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CONTINUED – SIMON HAIGH
CONTINUES TO PROVIDE YOU
WITH HOT TIPS
NBA 2016/2017: World Champions
The Golden State Warriors are currently trading at $1.88 at Betfair,
which is a ludicrously short price that is unlikely to shorten significantly
unless the team pulls off an unprecedented 75+ win season. The
acquisition of Durant will heavily reduce the output of the backcourt and
the team looks to be a slow start or an injury away from ballooning out
past $3.00. Lay off the Warriors now for a safe chance to trade off and
profit before the team has a chance to warm up. Look to cash out
sometime before the All-Star weekend, by which point team chemistry
should be at its best and the team will start winning.
TULS winning punter of the week:
Andrew “accumulator” Isles impressed fellow students
during the week by assembling an ambitious series of
Brownlow multis that look set to bring in over $75,000.
Although he will inevitably be disappointed by the halfway
point of the count when he realises that super-smoky pick
Josh P Kennedy will not even be close to leading the Swans
in votes, in the meantime he has been spotted trawling
“realestate.com.au” for investment properties and his
swagger is through the roof. As a result, he remains the
TULS winner of the week until the crippling depression
sets in after Monday night!
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THE PEOPLE’S FOG – LOOK-A-LIKE
We didn’t have to look far for a corker of a look-a-like this issue. Whilst
perusing law ball photos we saw a cracker of law school rapscallion Georgia
Mullen with huge names Helen Smith and Cooper Denehey. This reminded us
of a young Haley Joel Osment at the peak of his Hollywood career.
If you have a look-a-like you’d like to see in the fog please email it to
[email protected], or alternatively you can send it via facebook to the
president of the TULS Publications sub-committee Simon Haigh.
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TULS SPONSORSHIP CORNER
IF SPONSORSHIP DEALS AREN’T PINECREST TOUGH, THEY’RE NOT TOUGH ENOUGH
We are sure you are all aware of the great deals TULS has hooked the boys and gals up with this year. We
are happy to announce that since Societies Day TULS has picked up even more great deals. You can now
also enjoy sweet perks from Capital, Burger Haus, Pancho Villa and Ragazzi & Co thanks to our fantasic VP
Sponsorship and Marketing superstar Dashini.
Jack Greene/Cargo
50% off Burgers and Pizzas
-One discounted item per card
-Cards to be used by member only
-Cards will be confiscated if misused
-Discount does not apply to extras added to pizzas and burgers
-Discounts for eat in only
The Metz
20% off the Bill
-Not valid on Wednesday
The Mill on Morrison
10% off the Bill
-Only up to $50
The Telegraph Hotel
$3 Selected Drinks until 9pm
-Selected drinks are house spirits, 10 oz house beer and cider and house wine
Sandy Bay MacDonald’s
Free burger with every meal purchased
-Free burger options are: cheeseburgers, chicken and
cheese or chicken and mayo
-Only applies at Sandy Bay
Society Salamanca
%15 pizza and pot
-Only valid on Wednesday
Annapurna Indian Cuisine
20% or $25 off the Bill
Shipwrights Arms Hotel
20% off the Bill
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Sawak Café
20% off the Bill and a free meal on your birthday
-Present photo ID on your birthday
Foodstore Café
15% off the Bill
Soup Stop
15% off the Bill
Doctor Syntax
10% off food
Vita: Nature + Culture
15% discount
Capital
20% off the Bill everyday until 5pm
Burger Haus
15% off the Bill
Discount includes takeaways
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Pancho Villa
20% off the Bill
Lunch only
Lunch hours are 1130am – 3pm, Thursday – Sunday
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Ragazzi & Co.
15% off the Bill (includes delivery and takeaway)
-For deliveries, mention TULS membership in advance