Asian Australian Lawyers Association upcoming events

WA Branch: Songkran Festival 2026 (16 Apr 2026)

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 07:45:00 GMT

WA Branch: Songkran Festival 2026

Celebrate Songkran – A Time for Renewal and Prosperity

Join us in honoring Songkran, Thailand’s traditional New Year, a festival of renewal, gratitude, and cultural heritage. Songkran is not just about water festivities—it’s a time for reflection, respect, and fresh beginnings.

Why We Celebrate Songkran:

Symbolic Renewal: Just as water washes away the past, Songkran represents a fresh start—an opportunity to set new goals and embrace prosperity.
Cultural Appreciation: Gain insight into Thai traditions through meaningful rituals and paying respect to elders.
Community & Networking: Strengthen relationships with colleagues and peers in a vibrant, celebratory setting.
Balance & Well-being: Songkran encourages mindfulness, gratitude, and the importance of taking time to reconnect with family and traditions.

Step away from your busy schedule and immerse yourself in a cultural experience that fosters growth and harmony. Celebrate renewal, respect, and prosperity this Songkran!

Date: 16 April 2026
Location: Miss Chow's on the Terrace (240 St Georges Tce, Perth)
Time: 5.45pm - 8.30pm

Members Tickets: $55

Non Member: $75

Tickets include canapes and two drinks.

Join us in celebrating tradition and embracing new opportunities. #SongkranFestival #ProfessionalRenewal #CulturalCelebration

2026 Expresso Exchange - April Edition (22 Apr 2026)

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMT

The WA Branch of the Asian Australian Lawyers Association invites you to join us for an Expresso Exchange, designed to foster professional connections and facilitate meaningful dialogue within the legal community.

Date: 22 April 2026
Time: 8:00 am – 9:00am
Venue: AH2 Legal (10/162 Colin St, West Perth WA 6005)

This event offers a unique opportunity to:

· Engage with legal professionals from diverse practice areas

· Exchange ideas and insights in a collegial setting

· Strengthen and expand your professional network

Whether you are an established practitioner or an emerging legal professional, we encourage you to attend this event and contribute to the growth of a vibrant and supportive legal community.

AALA VIC: Navigating the Property Buying Journey - Unlock Property Success (23 Apr 2026)

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 02:00:00 GMT

The Asian Australian Lawyers Association (VIC), Align Finance, and Invescasa presents:

"Navigating the Property Buying Journey - Unlock Property Success"

Join AALA at Align Finance for a panel event focused on assisting legal professionals with buying property.

Designed exclusively for members of AALA, join us, in collaboration with our Gold Sponsor Align Finance, and friends at Invescasa for a session which focuses on guiding legal professionals through the property buying journey - from preparation to purchase.

Whether you're planning to buy your first home or looking to better understand the property buying process, this event provides practical, step-by-step insights into finance, lending, and decision-making in today's market.

With opening remarks from Cheng Vuong (AALA VIC Branch Committee Member), the event will consist of two sessions:

First Home Buyers - Align Finance Mortgage Brokers
Investment Advisory and Portfolio Management (Buyers Advocate) - Invescasa

A light lunch will be provided to in-person attendees, kindly sponsored by Align Finance.

Further details:

Date: Thursday 23 April 2026
Location: Align Finance, Level 27, 101 Collins Street, Melbourne VIC 3000 or online via Teams
Time: 12pm - 1pm AEST

Cost: Event is free for AALA members.

Registrations are essential and close on the morning of Thursday 23 April 2026. Please provide dietary information in the registration form or via email at vic@aala.org.au.

In-person spots are extremely limited - don't miss out!

SA Branch - Calm & Centred: How to reduce stress, self-calm and centre yourself in the workplace (21 May 2026)

Thu, 21 May 2026 08:00:00 GMT