Workshops for JPs and Cdecs
New JP and Cdec handbook now available
The new combined Duties for Justices of the Peace (Qualified) and Commissioners for Declarations handbook is now available.
You can download the JP and Cdec handbook for free.
To order a physical copy, visit the JP shop.
JP Branch offers many professional development opportunities for Justices of the Peace (JPs) and Commissioners for Declarations (Cdecs) who:
- are looking to update skills and knowledge
- prefer to attend workshops in person.
We hold free workshops for JPs and Cdecs. Read our workshop calendar below to see what’s coming up and register to attend.
If you prefer to learn online, you can register to view one of our webinars.
Workshop registration
To register your interest to attend a workshop:
- Select a workshop to read more information
- Register via the online form listed
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Starts: 09 December 2025 11am
Ends: 09 December 2025 11am
Type: Presentation
Location: South Brisbane
Fully booked: Yes
The Office of Fair Trading is Queensland’s marketplace regulator and administers various marketplace laws that set out the rights and responsibilities of consumers, businesses and certain licensed occupations.
Their services include:
- providing information and advice to consumers and businesses
- consumer complaint conciliation
- investigations and enforcement
- occupational licensing and registration
- not-for-profit registration
- scam awareness education.
This session will provide an overview of Office of Fair Trading’s functions and important information about consumer rights and scam awareness.
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