Acknowledgement
Macquarie University Law Society acknowledges the Wallumattagal clan of the Dharug Nation, who are the traditional owners and custodians of the land on which our campus is situated
We pay our respects to their Elders past, present and emerging and recognise their enduring connection to land, waters, culture and storytelling These lands have always been places of knowledge sharing
President’s Message
Buildingon50yearsofMULS
Thisyearisthe50thanniversaryoftheMacquarieUniversity Law Society (MULS) 50 years of hundreds of students, alumni, faculty and community members who have built, grownandcontributedtoMULS
It has been an honour to serve as the 50th President It is in thisspiritthatIhavebeencommittedtobuildingonthework of so many who have invested their time, passion and dedicationintoMULS
This year, we have grown MULS by introducing new events, competitions, initiatives and continuing our foundational offerings We have enriched our community through our student publications and grown our connections with current and prospective students across our membership and socialmediaplatforms.
We implemented a three-pillar approach to strengthen the reach and impact of MULS Our three pillars included building stronger Macquarie Law engagement, increasing industry relationships and establishing new high school engagement These pillars have allowed us to create more connection,communityandopportunityforourmembers
RachelDuong
President
The Board
Our Mission & Vision
Our mission has been to continue offering personal and professionaldevelopmentopportunitiestoeverystudent atMacquarieLawSchool
We have operated with the vision to optimise our internal resources Ensuring that we deliver high quality events, competitions and initiatives to promote and showcase thequalityofMacquarieLawSchoolstudents
Our goal was to educate and build connections with our students. We aimed to work with the Macquarie Law School to increase the opportunities and resources for students We were also committed to fostering a strong sense of community at the Michael Kirby Building. We wanted students to be excited to become part of our alumninetworkoncetheygraduateduniversity
Wewerealsocommittedtostrengtheningthereputation of our students with firms, universities, judges, and other stakeholdersthroughallourinteractions
Our Three-Pillar Approach
We aimed to expand MULS by focusing on stronger Macquarie Law student engagement, increasing industry relationshipsandnewhighschoolengagement
We welcomed 893 members to the 2025 MULS membership, growing our members by 48% from Semester1,2024.Wealsoincreasedourrangeofevents, competitionsandinitiativesforMacquarieLawstudents
WeestablishedanewindustryrelationshipwiththeNorth Metropolitan Law Society, a branch of the Law Society of NSW that focuses on career related opportunities for the regionthatMacquarieUniversityislocatedin
Weheldtwoeventsforhighschoolstudentsinterestedin studying law Early in Semester 1, we hosted a Competitions Expo where over 100 high school students observed our moots We then invited Year 12 legal studies students to our Doing Good with the Law Workshop,wheretheyengagedwithlawreform
President
MULS continued to complement Macquarie Law School’s legal education
We delivered a range of education, careers, social justice and social events for undergraduate, postgraduate and Juris Doctor students. We published guides to support our key events including First Year Afternoon Tea, Kickstart Week and the Clerkship Fair We also focused on building our range of advocacy and professional skills competitions, offering more practical development opportunities We partnered with Macquarie Law School for the Law School Welcome and together created a study tips vide
Key Achievements
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Secretary
A large function of the Secretary is facilitating and approving all events and initiatives within MULS All events held by MULS must be compliant with our own processes and those of Macquarie University. We are proud to report that all events were successfully approved, with no incidents With support from Macquarie Law School, in person events were often facilitated within the Michael Kirby Building, making maximum use of all facilities. The Executive Council of MULS has operated successfully during this tenure The Executives have largely fulfilled their roles with no incidents or difficulties It is only with their help and kindness in volunteering that MULS has been able to achieve our successes and reco eatly cont sions inclu
Diako Nabavi Secretary
Key Achievements
Administration Portfolio
Jessica Vo Executive Officer (Administration)
Initiatives
Replacement Constitution
There were discrepancies in the MULS Constitution, including conflicting clauses and inconsistencies For this reason, and with the assistance of the Macquarie Law School, pro bono lawyers were engaged. A new Constitution has been drafted and will be presented to the members of the MULS at the 2025 AGM
Board Charter
Upon a recommendation of the Dean of Macquarie Law, a Board Charter was drafted and enacted to support the ongoing interaction and collaboration of the Board A large part of our success and good governance can be attributed to the teamwork and professionalism of this year’s Board
Fundraising Authority
For the first time, we acquired a NSW Fundraising Authority on behalf of MULS This is required for all charities that make revenue over $15,000 This ensures MULS’ is compliant and fulfils of our statutory duties.
Approved events, initiatives and competitions
Treasurer
In the first half of 2025, the Treasury remained steadfast in maintaining the high standards of financial management set in previous years We prepared and lodged the Annual Audit and Annual Information Statement with the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission, securing our charitable status and demonstrating full compliance While keeping our members and the society’s charitable mission at the core of every decision, we embraced a year of growth by updating multiple portfolios. Key enhancements included targeted investments in event equipment, subsidising competitor fees to broaden participation, and expanding our slate of activities to reach more students Our sponsorship campaign once again broke the previous record, reflecting enduring and emerging partnerships with top-tier law firms nationwide These combined efforts have reinforced MULS’s financial integrity, boosted operational resilience, and ensured accessible, high-quality events and professional development opportunities for all members
Key Achievements
44.1%
First Year Law Camp revenue increase from 2024
36.2%
Initiatives
The Treasury delivered on all core financial obligations and drove strategic enhancements across our operations. We completed and lodged the Annual Audit and Annual Information Statement with the ACNC, preserving our charitable status and reinforcing compliance Building on established partnerships and creating new ones, we once again broke our sponsorship record, highlighting the enduring support of national law firms
Meticulous financial analysis for every event was performed. This included probability estimates to assess costs and ticket forecasts so that we consistently met our breakeven targets and revenue potential
Recognising the importance of inclusivity, we continued the fee subsidy program that lowers financial barriers for intervarsity moot participants
We also broadened our calendar of academic workshops, social and professional events. Each initiative was guided by a member-first approach, balancing fiscal responsibility with our commitment to accessible, high-quality student experiences
59.6%
Start of Semester 1 Drinks revenue increase from 2024
Education
The Education portfolio is dedicated to supporting the academic success and development of students, promoting their wellbeing, and fostering an inclusive and informed law school experience. Supporting students’ academic and professional development whilst also enriching their university experience has been the Education portfolio’s main goals for 2025 Our initiatives for this year began with Kickstart Week and First Year Afternoon Tea, where we welcomed new students. During Kickstart Week, we also held a Competitions Expo, in collaboration with the Advocacy and Professional Skills Portfolios Semester 1 also included MULS’ Trivia Night, in collaboration with the Events Portfolio that took place at UBar We have aimed to continue enhancing both the academic and social experiences of our members and foster an inclusive and supportive environment for students.
Alison Chen Vice-President (Education)
Key Achievements
New first-year members from First Year Afternoon Tea
Education Portfolio
Jenny Loke Executive Officer (Campus Experience)
Events & Initiatives
First Year Afternoon Tea
Kickstart Week Stall Competitions Expo
Trivia Night
Justified Podcast: Mock
Interview & Clerkship Insights with Ashurst
Justified Podcast: Exploring
Justified Podcast: Clerkships & Career Pathways at HSF Kramer
Justified Podcast: Clerkship Opportunities at DLA Piper
Justified Podcast episodes on clerkships
Juris Doctor & Postgraduate
The JD & Postgraduate portfolio launched two new initiatives with the JD & Postgrad Welcome Lunch and the Ashurst JD Clerkship Workshop The Welcome Lunch was hosted in the second week of the semester It brought together new and returning students with faculty members to introduce or reunite with each other What we enjoyed most about this event were the candid conversations between staff and students We will be running this event in semester 2 and aim to continue helping JD and Postgraduate students to build great connections with the faculty. Our second initiative invited Ashurst early careers representatives and lawyers, all of whom graduated with a JD, to workshop their firm’s clerkship process with our JD students The event was held online to accommodate all JD students After a short presentation about Ashurst as a leading global firm, students were rotated through breakout rooms and had the opportunity to have several small group discussions with each lawyer
JD & Postgraduate Portfolio
Mrinalini Menon Executive Officer (Juris Doctor and Postgraduate Engagement)
Events
JD
Connor Loeven Vice-President (Juris Doctor & Postgraduate)
CompetitionsAdvocacy
The Advocacy Competitions Portfolio experienced exceptional growth, marking a strong return to pre-COVID engagement Over 120 students participated in internal moots, more than doubling last year’s engagement and showcasing remarkable enthusiasm for developing advocacy and legal research skills The team successfully reintroduced the Gilbert + Tobin Private Law Moot and prepared for the Allens Championship Moot, returning for the first time since 2021. Improved internal processes streamlined communication with judges, enhancing efficiency and volunteer coordination The portfolio also represented Macquarie University externally We sent teams to the UNSW Private Law Moot and placed first in the ALSA IHL Moot. Beyond competitions, MULS hosted two mooting demonstrations during Experience Macquarie Day, engaging over 100 high school students and inspiring future law students With record participation, expanded offerings, and strengthened management systems, the Advocacy team has significantly elevated the visibility and professionalism of MULS’s mooting program
Competitions & Initiatives
College of Law Competitions Expo
Experience Macquarie Day
International Humanitarian Law Moot
Sir John Peden Contract Law Moot
Criminal Law moot
Gilbert + Tobin Private Law Moot
UNSW Private Law Moot Team
First Place in ALSA IHL Moot
Advocacy Portfolio
Charlotte Russell Executive Officer (CompetitionsFoundations)
Sophie Nixey Executive Officer (CompetitionsFoundations)
Emma Reading Vice-President (Competitions - Advocacy)
Key Achievements
Hayden Lee Executive Officer (CompetitionsAdvocacy)
Ameya De Executive (Competit Advocacy)
Catherine Lee Executive Officer (CompetitionsExternal Advocacy)
128 100+
Total competitors across advocacy competitions
300%
High School Students at Experience Macquarie Day
CompetitionsProfessional Skills
The Professional Skills Competitions Portfolio saw a significant increase in engagement during Semester 1, largely driven by the success of the 2025 Competitions Exposition, proudly sponsored by the College of Law Across five major competitions, we recorded an average 156% increase in student registrations compared to 2024, reflecting both effective promotion and growing interest in professional skills development We also received public recognition on LinkedIn from judges and competitors, commending the Portfolio and Society for our professionalism and support. Most notably, Deputy Registrar Corrine Few praised our commitment and professionalism in delivering the 2025 MULS x SULS Client Interview Competition, recognising our efforts to provide a competition that genuinely supports students’ growth and their development of practical legal skills. These achievements mark the Portfolio’s most successful semester to date, with record student engagement and strong support and appreciation from legal professionals.
Jules Gobran Vice-President (Competitions - Professional Skills)
Key Achievements
156%
Increase in semester 1 registrations for competitions
171%
Competitions & Initiatives
College of Law Competitions Expo
Maddocks Negotiations Competition
Ashurst Junior Client Interview Competition
MULS v SULS Client Interview Competition
UTS LSS Maddocks Intervarsity Negotiations Competition
ADR Championship
100%
Increase in registrations for ADR Championship
Career Engagement
The Career Engagement Portfolio focused on our suite of corporate and clerkship related events which aimed to develop students’ networking and application skillset whilst preparing them for a career in commercial law. The Career Engagement Portfolio introduced new initiatives including our ‘Leaders in the Law’ panel event hosted by Clayton Utz and KPMG and our brand new email series ‘Careers Connect’, which created valuable partnerships between students and employers. During May, MULS hosted our annual series of clerkship events with record high attendance across our eight clerkship presentations and Clerkship Fair Throughout all of our clerkship presentations with top tier and emerging legal sponsors, we overheard insightful conversations and the formation of genuine mentor relationships which were valuable in assisting our student cohort through the clerkship process A growing attendance across all careers events in Semester 1, 2025 is representative of Macquarie University students’ strong interest in commercial law and excitement to engage with industry professionals and sponsors
Events & Initiatives
Leaders in Law Panel
King & Wood Mallesons
Clerkship Presentation
Ashurst Clerkship Presentation
HWLE Clerkship Presentation
Clayton Utz Clerkship Presentation
Allens Clerkship Presentation
Gilbert + Tobin Clerkship Presentation
Baker McKenzie Clerkship Presentation
Gadens Clerkship Presentation Interview Roulette
Clerkship Fair
Mock Interview & Clerkship
Insights with Ashurst
Jordan Lau Vice-President (Career Engagement)
Key Achievements
Zoe Bryne Executive Officer (Corporate Careers) Careers Portfolio
Ashley Gray Executive Officer (Corporate Careers)
Kieran Wan Executive O (Public Inter Careers)
Elizabeth Farbman Executive Officer (Sponsorship
200% 54
Increase in sponsored firm presentations from 2024
150%
Students in Interview Roulette from 6 students in 2024
The Publications Portfolio had a strong and productive Semester 1, 2025
The year began with the launch of the First Year Guide, providing new students with essential resources and insights to navigate their studies and law school life In this Guide, we also introduced the MULS Executive, showcasing the faces behind the organisation to foster familiarity and engagement Later in the semester, we saw the launch of The Brief: Edition 1, featuring student writing, legal commentary, and creative contributions that reflected the vibrancy of the law student community The semester concluded with the highly anticipated Clerkship Publication, a major project that offered comprehensive guidance, tips, and firm profiles to support students through the competitive clerkship process Together, these publications demonstrated the Portfolio’s commitment to producing highquality, student-focused content and set a strong foundation for continued success in Semester 2
Emilia Price Vice-President (Publications)
Key Achievements
Publications in Semester 1, 2025
Publications Portfolio
Kaylen La Brooy Executive Officer (Editor)
Anya Maclure Executive Officer (The Brief Editor-in-Chief)
Publications
First Year Guide Competitions Guide
The Brief: Edition 1 Clerkship Guide
Printed Clerkship Guides at the Clerkship Fair
Social Justice
The Social Justice Portfolio maintained two objectives. These were to encourage people to utilise the law as a tool to create positive change and make the world a fairer and more equitable place Additionally, promoting and facilitating equitable access to opportunities within law school and the legal profession for all peoples We meet our objectives through producing immersive and educational panels, workshops and videos, as well as building communities of passionate, change-driven people. Community building is a crucial part of social justice, particularly at MULS, given that our education empowers us to advocate in ways that a lot of other people do not get the opportunities to By encouraging networking at our events, we were able to connect a diverse range of people who are all passionate about a particular issue so that they could share stories and ideas and even go on to work together Our ‘Doing Good With the Law’ Workshop, which asked ethical questions about what ‘goodness’ is, and how we can achieve it, was our first event to expand our community outreach to high school students and received really positive feedback from participants and panelists
Events & Initiatives
International Women’s Day Panel
Doing Good with the Law Workshop
Social Action Scene
Ticket Equity Scheme
Queer Study Group
Intervarsity Drag Trivia Night
Corrs Intervarsity Pride
Network Roundtable
Ashurst Queer Roundtable
Social Justice Portfolio
Rayanne Sabra Executive Officer (Social Justice Advocacy)
Saskia Geraghty Vice-President (Social Justice)
Key Achievements
200%
Increase in attendees at International Women’s Day Panel from 2024
70
Isabella Cappelluto Executive Officer (Equity)
Isabella Sheehan Executive Officer (Community Outreach)
Orion Sharp Executive Officer (Queer Officer)
6.5K
Views on the first episode of the Social Action Scene, video series on MULS SJ Instagram
Events
The Events Portfolio played a fundamental role in shaping the Macquarie Law student experience. We have sought to create opportunities for students to foster connections and maintain a strong sense of community throughout the year, focusing on balancing high-quality events with accessibility. Semester 1 saw an ambitious and successful social and sport calendar with key standout successes First Year Law Camp had the highest turnout since 2019, providing a strong introduction to incoming students. The reimagined Cocktail Night brought a sophisticated refresh to the familiar Start of Semester 1 Drinks, featuring a collaboration between MULS and the Macquarie University Business Society, which resonated with older student cohorts Law Cruise delivered a lively atmosphere that brought all students together. Beyond social events, the portfolio also revived Social Sport participation, facilitating a platform for students to stay active and keep connected Our social and sporting events have shown the portfolio’s ability to cater across all year levels and has blended tradition with innovation to enhance student engagement
Aditi Pal Vice-President (Events)
Key Achievements
Events Portfolio
Stella Field Executive Officer (Socials)
Alannah Giunta Executive Officer (Socials)
Sascha Taurins Executive Officer (Sport)
Events
Social Sport Semester 1 Season
Trivia Night
First Year Law Camp
MULS x MUBS Cocktail Night Law Cruise
Registrations in Social Sport compared to 0 in 2024
3
Sold out Events: First Year Law Camp, MULS x MUBS Start of Semester 1 Drinks and Law Cruise
Marketing
The Marketing Portfolio achieved outstanding growth in engagement across all MULS social media platforms through the implementation of new and targeted strategies. The team focused on creating informative and interactive pre-event content, including short-form videos, FAQs, and consistent event reminders to maximise attendance and visibility Post-event photography was also expanded and strategically shared, highlighting the success and professionalism of MULS events while fostering pride and connection among attendees These efforts not only elevated the society’s online presence but also strengthened its reputation for delivering high-quality, student-focused initiatives. The highlight of the semester has been transforming MULS’s social media channels into an active and welcoming community, where members engage freely, ask questions, and celebrate their involvement in MULS Overall, the Marketing Portfolio’s innovative approach has enhanced both engagement and belonging within MULS
Tara Phimsipasom Vice-President (Marketing)
878 new followers
1.1M views
105 grid posts
Marketing Portfolio
Chantelle Bourne Executive O (Publicity)
Megan Huntley Executive Officer (Publicity)
Akshitha Naveen Executive Officer (IT)
Kickstart Week Stall Bag Merchandise
Photography of Clerkship Panels
Internal and External Marketing Request Execution
Closing Remarks
MULS has grown our reach and expanded our networks to provide more opportunities for Macquarie Law students to build practical legal skills, gain career clarity, grow their confidence and find their community. We have also increased the range of our events, competitions and initiatives to broaden the personal and professional development opportunitiesavailabletoourmembers.
Working with the Macquarie Law School has been an incredible way to contribute to our excellent legal education We are very grateful to play a role in shaping the Macquarie Law experience and community A special mention to Professor Lise Barry, Dr Andrew Burke and Dr Amanda Head for their support and partnering with us to grow the resourcesweoffertostudents
Our gratitude also extends to every Macquarie Law School faculty member who has volunteered their time to judge and write questions for our competitions, shared their advice and experience on our panels, written articles for our publications and attended our events to support our students. Such a special part of the MULS community is our Law School My hope is that through MULS, all our members can feel the commitment, dedication and passion that our Law School has for teaching and providing us with our excellentlegaleducation
We also thank all our members for bringing life into MULS You are the reason we continue the work we do. It has been a joy meeting you at our events and competitions, readingyourcontributionstoourpublicationsandhearinghowMULShasaddedtoyour law school experience. We are committed to continuing to expand our reach, events, competitions and initiatives so you can tailor your MULS experience to meet your goals andmakethemostofyourlegaleducation.
RachelDuong President,MacquarieUniversityLawSociety