Reflections on Magna Carta in Australasia

Reflections on Magna Carta in Australasia
Date: Tuesday 1 December 2015, 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Location: Undercroft 101 Seminar Room, Puaka James-Hight building, University of Canterbury, Ilam Campus

More details: http://www.canterbury.ac.nz/events/active/public-lectures-and-seminars/reflections-on-magna-carta-in-australasia.html

Since its creation in 1215, Magna Carta exists as a ubiquitous symbol of the advancement of rights and progress in the common law world. It is a living document that connects colonial societies with the medieval past. The manner of this connection continues to stimulate intense international debate. In reflection of the revitalised discussion about Magna Carta in the year of its 800th anniversary, the speakers at this symposium will explore topics that range from the specific rights enshrined in the document itself and examine the various socio- political lenses that have shaped and reimagined the great charter. An aim of this Symposium is to provide a platform to explore the legal, social and political future of Magna Carta in New Zealand.

Keynote Speakers:

  • Jason Taliadorus (Deakin University)
  • Sir Tipene O’Regan (University of Canterbury)

Speakers:

  • Lindsay Breach (University of Canterbury)
  • Laura Kele (Victoria University)
  • Adam Lopez (University of Melbourne)
  • Anna Milne-Tavendale (University of Canterbury)
  • Hannah Smith (University of Canterbury)
  • Julian Vesty (University of Canterbury)

View the full programme here.