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SUMMARY:NSW Branch AGM & Operational and Forensic Response to the Hunter Valley Bus Crash
DESCRIPTION:Operational and Forensic Response to the Hunter Valley Bus Crash \nJoin ANZFSS NSW for our 2026 Annual General Meeting followed by a compelling presentation examining the operational and forensic response to one of Australia’s most significant recent mass casualty incidents. \nOn 11 June 2023\, a bus carrying wedding guests crashed near Greta in the Hunter Valley\, resulting in the deaths of ten passengers and injuries to many others. In the aftermath\, the NSW Police Force Crime Scene Services Branch led complex Disaster Victim Identification (DVI) operations under challenging conditions. \nDetective Inspector Charles Agius APM\, a highly experienced forensic professional with more than 28 years of operational and leadership experience\, will provide a detailed overview of the DVI response to the Hunter Valley bus crash. Drawing on his extensive expertise in major crime investigations\, disaster victim identification\, and forensic operations\, Charles will discuss the critical phases of the response\, the challenges encountered\, and the lessons learned. \nThe presentation will explore: \n\nThe forensic and operational response to the Hunter Valley bus crash\nDisaster Victim Identification (DVI) processes and procedures\nScene safety\, recovery operations\, and operational constraints\nManaging fragmented human remains and complex identification challenges\nThe impact of media attention on major incident responses\nThe importance of timely victim identification and repatriation\nKey lessons learned to inform future forensic and disaster response operations\n\nThis is a unique opportunity for forensic practitioners\, students\, researchers\, police personnel\, and anyone interested in forensic science to gain insights into the realities of managing a large-scale forensic response. \nEvent Details\n📅 Wednesday\, 2 September\n📍 Anzac Memorial Auditorium\, Hyde Park\, Sydney \nSchedule \n\n6:00 pm – Doors open\n6:30 pm – ANZFSS NSW Branch AGM\n6:45 pm – Guest presentation\n\nSpeakers\nDetective Inspector Charles Agius APM\, Kate McCann and Nate Cosstick \nRegistration \n\nFree for ANZFSS members and students\n$10 for non-members\n\nPlaces are limited and advance registration is recommended. \nRSVP by 28th August \nZoom: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89089215600
URL:https://anzfss.org.au/event/nsw-branch-agm-operational-and-forensic-response-to-the-hunter-valley-bus-crash/
LOCATION:ANZAC Memorial\, Hyde Park\, 126 Elizabeth Street\, Sydney\, Australia
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SUMMARY:ANZFSS QLD Branch 2026 Early Career Researchers & Students Symposium
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the ANZFSS QLD Branch 2026 Early Career Researchers & Students Symposium\, a dedicated event showcasing the research and achievements of current students and early career researchers across the forensic sciences. Designed as a supportive and encouraging environment\, the symposium provides an opportunity to present research\, gain valuable presentation experience\, and engage with members of the broader forensic science community. \n\nThe program will feature six presentations spanning a range of forensic disciplines\, followed by a networking session with light refreshments\, where attendees can connect with practitioners\, researchers\, and fellow students. A highlight of the evening will be the award of the ANZFSS QLD Science Innovation Award to one presenter. \n\n\nDate: Wednesday\, 16 September 2026\nTime: 6:00 PM\nAbstract submissions close: 17 August 2026\nAbstract submission link: ANZFSS QLD Branch 2026 Early Career Researchers & Students Symposium Abstract Submission – Fill out form \nPresenters are invited from current students and early career researchers (defined as individuals within two years of graduating from their most recent university qualification). Whether you are presenting or attending\, this is an excellent opportunity to learn\, share ideas\, and build professional connections within the forensic science community.
URL:https://anzfss.org.au/event/anzfss-qld-branch-2026-early-career-researchers-students-symposium/
LOCATION:39 Kessels Road\, Coopers Plains\, 39 Kessels Road\, Coopers Plains\, Brisbane\, 4108\, Australia
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