The Bondi Junction Inquest: A Medico-Legal Discussion

The Medico-Legal Society of NSW invites members and guests to a timely Scientific Meeting examining the findings and matters arising from the Bondi Junction inquest.

More than a year on from the tragic events at Bondi Junction, the coronial inquest has brought important questions surrounding mental health care, clinical assessment, decision-making and accountability into focus.

This meeting will explore the medico-legal issues raised by the inquest, including:

Standards of care in complex clinical circumstances
Mental health assessment, treatment and risk management
Clinical decision-making and professional responsibility
The intersection of medical evidence, legal processes and public accountability
Broader implications for professionals working across medicine, mental health and law

The evening will provide an opportunity to consider this important and highly relevant matter through a medico-legal lens and to engage in thoughtful discussion with colleagues from the medical and legal professions.

Speakers:

Peggy Dwyer SC - a Senior Counsel Assisting the State Coroner at the Bondi Junction inquest.
Dr Matthew Large - a psychiatrist who gave expert evidence at the Bondi Junction inquest.

Evening program:

5:45 pm — Guest arrival
6:15 pm — Presentation and Q&A
7:30 pm — Networking, drinks and canapés

Event details:

Date: Wednesday, October 7 2026
Time: 5:45 pm until late
Venue: HWLE Lawyers

Tickets:

Members: $50
Non-members: $65

Tickets include admission to the presentation and Q&A, followed by networking with drinks and canapés.

Places are limited.

We encourage you to secure your ticket early.

Contact the host of Scientific Meeting: Bondi Junction Inquest