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SUMMARY:ANZFSS NSW - Biogeographical Ancestry Prediction in Forensic Investigations with Felicity Poulsen
DESCRIPTION:Felicity is a Research & Development Scientist within the Forensic DNA Unit at the NSW Health Pathology Forensic & Analytical Science Service (FASS) and a part-time PhD candidate at the Queensland University of Technology (QUT) Centre for Genomics and Personalised Health. Felicity’s research has focused on emerging DNA analysis technologies and their application to forensic investigations. Felicity’s current work relates to the use of biogeographical ancestry prediction to provide intelligence to investigators in criminal and coronial casework\, which is the topic of her PhD project. \nThe project is a collaboration between FASS and QUT and aims to investigate potential sources of error within BGA prediction workflows and develop a robust methodology for evaluating and comparing the performance of BGA analysis methods. It is anticipated that the findings will help to inform improvements to current methods\, with the aim to provide more accurate\, reliable and actionable BGA predictions for casework. \nIn 2024\, Felicity was awarded the Eric Murray Professional Achiever’s Award which supported a trip to Santiago de Compostela\, Spain to present her work at the 30th Congress of the International Society of Forensic Genetics and visit the University of Santiago de Compostela to meet with leading international researchers on the topic of Forensic BGA prediction. \nFelicity will discuss her PhD work and share how the Eric Murray award has helped support the project and her professional development as an early career researcher. \nDate: 19th February \nTime: 6pm doors will open\, 7pm presentation starts. Zoom broadcast will begin at 7pm. \nLocation: Lancer Barracks\, 2 Smith Street\, Parramatta. Please note\, if you arrive after 7pm you will be unable to enter. \nPrice: Free for members. $10 for non-members.
URL:https://anzfss.org.au/event/anzfss-nsw-biogeographical-ancestry-prediction-in-forensic-investigations-by-felicity-poulsen/
LOCATION:Lancer Barracks\, 2 Smith Street Parramatta\, Lancer Barracks\, 2 Smith Street\, Parramatta\, NSW\, Australia
CATEGORIES:New South Wales
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250226T180000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250226T193000
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SUMMARY:ANZFSS Victoria - Unveiling Hidden Truths: A Multidisciplinary Approach to Locating Clandestine Graves
DESCRIPTION:Currently in Australia\, there are at least 2\,600 long-term missing persons. While most people do not go missing under suspicious circumstances\, there are some that are unfortunately the victims of homicide. After the commission of a homicide\, the offender may choose to engage in ‘detection avoidance behaviours’ or\, colloquially put\, getting rid of the evidence\, and one of the ways to do that is to bury their victims. By nature\, clandestine graves are difficult to find and are a key challenge to law enforcement. While there are many techniques available for searching for graves\, this talk will focus on a multidisciplinary approach that combines both technical (remote sensing) and theoretical (geographic profiling) methods. By using a multidisciplinary method\, we are increasing the chances of locating clandestine graves\, and thus the victims themselves\, which can increase the chances of getting a successful prosecution as well as to provide families with the answers that they deserve. \nDr Victoria (Tori) Berezowski is a lecturer of forensic science at Deakin University. She is trained as a forensic anthropologist\, with interest in the intersection between forensic science\, criminology\, and geophysical sciences. Tori’s research focuses on exploring the techniques available for clandestine grave and missing persons searches\, including criminological theory\, remote sensing\, and 3D technologies. \nDate: Wednesday\, 26th February\, 18:00. \nLocation: Victoria Police Forensic Services Centre\, 31 Forensic Drive\, Macleod. \nBookings essential\, members or guests of members. \nhttps://www.trybooking.com/CYTGE
URL:https://anzfss.org.au/event/unveiling-hidden-truths-a-multidisciplinary-approach-to-locating-clandestine-graves/
LOCATION:ACT
CATEGORIES:Victoria
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20250327T183000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20250327T200000
DTSTAMP:20260405T074006
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SUMMARY:**REGISTRATIONS REOPENED** AFTER and the 2023 & 2024 DVI exercises Operation Zeus and Leviathan by S/Sgt Ritchie Callaghan
DESCRIPTION:**REGISTRATIONS REOPENED** \nThe Australian Forensic Taphonomic Examination Research (AFTER) Centre located in Richmond NSW is a unique body donation facility dedicated to the study of forensic taphonomy in Australia. This presentation will cover the history and make-up of the AFTER site which is the only centre in the world using human donors for DVI research and processing. Ritchie will also present on the 2023 Operation Zeus and 2024 Operation Leviathan joint national DVI research exercises. \nSnr Sgt Callaghan has worked as a Scenes of Crime Officer for 27 years. Between 2003 -2004 he was the Lead Forensic Investigator in the Singh Children Homicides at Bridgeman Downs and assisted in the conviction of Massimo Sica in 2012. In 2015 he took over the State DVI Coordination role\, he has also managed every SOC office in Brisbane at one time or another and has been a Forensic Coordinator in both North and South Brisbane. \nHe is now the Forensic Capability Coordinator\, where he runs the Forensic Search Teams\, Hazardous environment team (admin) and the DVI unit. Within this role he has written and assisted in the facilitation of the National DVI ADVIC funded training courses for the last 10 years\, including Phase Coordinators\, Commander level\, and four National Body Farm Practitioner courses. \nTeams link: A link will be distributed to ticket holders closer to the event
URL:https://anzfss.org.au/event/after-and-the-2023-2024-dvi-exercises-operation-zeus-and-leviathan-by-s-sgt-ritchie-callaghan/
LOCATION:QPS Headquarters\, 200 Roma Street Brisbane\, 200 Roma Street\, Brisbane\, Qld\, 4000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:General,Queensland
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DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250401T190000
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SUMMARY:WA Branch Seminar: Beyond the Gavel - Uses and Abuses of Forensic Science
DESCRIPTION:Forensic science can be the key to justice — or the cause of catastrophic miscarriages. From the wrongful conviction of Sally Clark due to flawed statistical evidence to bite mark analysis leading to death row sentences\, history is filled with cases where forensic testimony has shaped legal outcomes\, for better or worse. This talk will explore real medico-legal cases where forensic science has been both an asset and a liability\, offering essential lessons for forensic experts\, lawyers\, and law enforcement. \nJoin us for an insightful seminar from Professor Rodney Peyton OBE\, a distinguished medico-legal expert with decades of experience in personal injury and medical negligence litigation. Professor Peyton is a former military and civilian surgeon and a recognised authority in trauma management. As Head of Education and Examiner Training for the Royal Colleges of Surgeons in the UK\, he has shaped surgical training globally. He has provided expert opinions in over 70\,000 personal injury and 5\,000 medical negligence cases. An Adjunct Professor of Law at ECU\, he examines forensic failures in real cases\, offering critical lessons for forensic experts\, lawyers\, and the justice system. \nTuesday 1st April 2025 | 5.30pm for networking and light refreshments\, presentation beginning at 6pm.
URL:https://anzfss.org.au/event/wa-branch-seminar-beyond-the-gavel/
LOCATION:Exhibition Space\, Curtin University Building 500\, Level 1\, Building 500\, Curtin University\, Kent St\, Western Australia\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Western Australia
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250409T180000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250409T203000
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SUMMARY:ANZFSS NSW - Digital Forensics - The war on child exploitation – Operation ARKSTONE with Jennifer Garcia
DESCRIPTION:The ARKSTONE cases have been complex and drawn out due to the sheer number of charges and victims. \nDigital Forensics played a pivotal role in locating critical evidence at numerous premises. One of the major pieces of evidence located was a rack mounted sever concealed in the POI’s garage\, he was an audio engineer and to the average person it wouldn’t of look like much let alone a server containing storage. This server was located at about 330am by a fellow DF examiner and myself after doing 24+ hours of back to back search warrants. On that server there was 1000’s of images and videos of contact offending. The location of this server was what enabled investigators to run a further 10 warrants and still counting. To date more than 50 children have been rescued due to the contribution of Digital Forensics. So far\, every ARKSTONE case before the court has had the POI’s plead guilty due to the sheer amount of evidence Digital Forensics have been able to retrieve from devices. HARDEN (POI) pleaded guilty 179 charges + form 1 rolled up charges with 26 of the charges being life offences each. (25 years/ life offence). RADFORD received similar sentencing\, and last year DOYLE the final POI to be trialled received a sentence of 37 years. \nThis was also the first time that Digital Forensics not only sat in on the interviews with POIs at the search warrants but due to the technical nature of some\, we were conducting the interviews on the POIs. \nFurthermore\, United Kingdom (UK) National Crime Agency (NCA) Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) \, Homeland Security Investigations (HIS) and other overseas law enforcement agencies continue to make arrests from the 146 ARKSTONE referrals from AFP. \nBeginning as a technical officer in Forensics at the Australian Police Force (AFP)\, then moving into the Crime Scene Investigator role\, Jennifer Garcia is now a Team Leader in Digital Forensics Operations and has recently made the move into an innovation and development role for Digital Forensics. Jennifer holds multiple honorary achievements including contributions to saving over 50 children in child protection role. \nDate: 9th April \nTime: 6pm arrival for 6:45pm start \nLocation: ANZAC War Memorial\, Auditorium\, Hyde Park\, 126 Elizabeth Street\, Sydney. Entry is via Elizabeth Street between the fountains \nPrice: Free for members\, $10 for non-members \nNote: Due to the content this presentation is in person only and will not be recorded.
URL:https://anzfss.org.au/event/anzfss-nsw-digital-forensics-the-war-on-child-exploitation-operation-arkstone-with-dr-jennifer-garcia/
LOCATION:ANZAC Memorial\, Hyde Park\, 126 Elizabeth Street\, Sydney\, Australia
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250506T180000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250506T200000
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SUMMARY:ANZFSS VIC Branch - Operation Lorimer
DESCRIPTION:Join Peter Ross\, a renowned Subject Matter Specialist in Chemical & Physical Trace Evidence\, as he shares with us experiences from a remarkable career in forensic science. This presentation will provide a practical look at the impact Chemical & Physical Trace Evidence had in the forensic investigation in Operation Lorimer: the murders of Sergeant Gary Silk and Detective Senior Constable Rodney Miller. \nTuesday 6th May\, 18:00 for 18:30 start. \nLocation: VPFSC\, Macleod \nBookings essential: https://www.trybooking.com/DALQI
URL:https://anzfss.org.au/event/operation-lorimer/
LOCATION:ACT
CATEGORIES:Victoria
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250508T180000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250508T180000
DTSTAMP:20260405T074006
CREATED:20250423T024727Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250423T034002Z
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SUMMARY:Fire\, Cigarettes and Alcohol: An Explosive Case Study
DESCRIPTION:On 16 April 2018\, a deliberately lit fire and explosion occurred at a bonded warehouse in Alexandria\, NSW. \nThis prompted a complex investigation and demolition process delayed by council approval. \nForensic analysis revealed that $34 million worth of imported cigarettes had been stolen prior to the fire. \nThe scene showed evidence of arson\, including strategically placed pallets of used tyres and a single petrol-positive sample found in a mastic joint. \nLater testing confirmed could retain ignitable liquid residues for extended periods. \nThe fire was determined to be a calculated act to conceal the theft. \nThe warehouse owner’s insurance claim was denied on the grounds of fraud. \nA Supreme Court civil trial found that the warehouse director was aware of his father’s plan to destroy the building. \nThe father\, who fled to Russia the day after the fire\, died of a heart attack before the trial began. \n  \n  \n \nMark Pellegrino is a Certified Fire Investigator with 14 years of experience in fire and explosion investigation. \nMark has a motor vehicle examination endorsement through the IAAI-CFI (V) and a Senior Associate (CIP) of ANZIIF.  \nMark holds a Bachelor of Applied Science in Forensic Investigation\, a Diploma of General Insurance\, a Certificate IV in Building and Construction\, and a Basic Fire Debris Analysis Certificate.  \nSince 2010\, Mark has specialised in forensic fire and explosion investigations\, examining over 1\,200 incidents involving structures\, vehicles\, machinery\, and watercraft. \nFirensics – Facts from Ashes
URL:https://anzfss.org.au/event/fire-cigarettes-and-alcohol-an-explosive-case-study/
LOCATION:Eastlake Gungahlin\, 51 Hinder St\, Gungahlin\, ACT\, 2912\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Australian Capital Territory
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20250508T180000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20250508T200000
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CREATED:20250422T224607Z
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SUMMARY:Forensic Science: An International Perspective
DESCRIPTION:We are delighted to invite you to our upcoming presentation on 8 May at 6 PM at Forensic Science Qld (FSQ). The event\, titled “Forensic Science: An International Perspective\,” will feature Laeeque Ahmed\, Carlijn Steen and Bart Blankers\, esteemed experts in their fields. They will share valuable insights and innovative ideas that are sure to inspire and inform. This is a unique opportunity to expand your knowledge\, network with fellow members\, and engage in a lively discussion. \nThe presentation will be available via live stream\, with a Teams link sent to registered attendees on the day of the event. For those joining us in person\, light refreshments will be provided before the presentation. We look forward to seeing you there! \nPresenters\nLaeeque Ahmed \nLaeeque Ahmed joined Forensic Science Queensland in August 2024 as a Senior Scientist in the Forensic Biology Division. With over a decade of experience\, he has led pivotal DNA investigations at the Punjab Forensic Science Agency in Pakistan. He has resolved numerous high-profile cases\, including terrorism\, homicide\, disaster victim identification\, and serial sexual assault cases. At the ANZFSS meeting\, Laeeque will discuss his role as the lead DNA analyst in the high-profile Zainab rape and murder case in Pakistan\, highlighting the power of forensic DNA in criminal investigations and its lasting impact on forensic practices in the region. \nCarlijn Steen \nCarlijn Steen completed her research master ‘Biomedical Science’ with a specialisation in Genetics and Genomics at Maastricht University in The Netherlands. She then started her career in Forensic Science as a Forensic Scientist at The Maastricht Forensic Institute (TMFI) where she was trained.  She has coordinated and reported various types of cases. Besides casework\, she was involved in project management\, quality assurance and validations with a specific focus on continuous improvement of methodologies at TMFI. In October 2024\, she moved to Brisbane to work as a Senior Forensic Scientist at Forensic Science Queensland to case manage and report major crimes. \nBart Blankers \nBart Blankers completed a master’s in biomedical sciences at the University of Amsterdam and a master’s in forensic science at King’s College in the UK. He then joined The Netherlands Forensic Institute where her was trained as a Forensic DNA expert. When he left the NFI\, he was employed by the Dutch Ministry of the Interior where he did policy development and management. During this time\, he was employed on a part time basis by The Maastricht Forensic Institute as a Senior Forensic Scientist. He eventually joined TMFI full time where\, besides doing casework\, he held a position as team leader and member of the management team. In October 2024 he moved to Brisbane and joined Forensic Science Queensland as a Senior Forensic Scientist. During his career Bart has worked on many different types of cases\, been involved with R&D\, done quality assurance\, and provided training to experts and members of the criminal justice system.
URL:https://anzfss.org.au/event/forensic-science-an-international-perspective/
LOCATION:39 Kessels Road\, Coopers Plains\, 39 Kessels Road\, Coopers Plains\, Brisbane\, 4108\, Australia
CATEGORIES:General,Queensland
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250512T173000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250512T183000
DTSTAMP:20260405T074006
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SUMMARY:WA Branch Seminar: Echoes of Fear - The Monsters of Florence and their Legacy
DESCRIPTION:Between 1874 and 1985\, seven couples were brutally murdered around Florence\, Italy. The investigations led to a life sentence for Pietro Pacciani in 1994. However\, the prosecutor did not believe in the solitary serial killer theory\, and reopened the investigations. A few accomplices of Pacciani were in fact convicted\, but when he died under mysterious circumstances\, no further investigations were deemed necessary despite contrary evidence. In this seminar\, Michele Giuttari will summarize the complete history of the investigations\, integrated with first-hand experience. \nMichele Giuttari was born in Sicily and\, after obtaining a law degree\, joined the State Police and worked in Calabria\, Napoli and Firenze investigating the Mafia and other dangerous offenders. As Head of Florence Police between 1995 and 2003\, he re-opened the Monsters of Florence case leading to the identification and ultimate conviction of additional perpetrators. Since 1997\, Michele has been a writer\, gaining international success and winning several literary awards. \nThis is an online only event and\, due to the nature of the content\, is recommended for a professional and academic forensic audience. Discretion is advised for registrants. \nPlease note: the event will consist of a pre-recorded video presentation from Michele Giuttari\, followed by live Q&A with Michele. Registrants will be forwarded a Zoom link prior to the event.
URL:https://anzfss.org.au/event/wa-branch-seminar-echoes-of-fear-the-monsters-of-florence-and-their-legacy/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:General,Western Australia
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250529T180000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250529T203000
DTSTAMP:20260405T074006
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SUMMARY:Trivia Night - Darling & Co\, Paddington
DESCRIPTION:We are excited to invite you to our upcoming Trivia Night! It’s time to put on your thinking caps and get ready for an evening filled with fun\, laughter\, and a bit of friendly competition. \nWhere: Darling & Co\, Paddington\, Thursday 29th May from 6pm (6.30 pm sharp start) \nCost: $5 for all ANZFSS members | $10 for non-members \nHow to Join: Please RSVP by Tuesday 27th May using booking link: https://members.anzfss.org/booking.php?id=87. \nIf you have any questions\, feel free to reach out. We look forward to seeing you there and discovering who among us is the trivia champion!
URL:https://anzfss.org.au/event/trivia-night-darling-co-paddington/
LOCATION:Darling & Co\, Paddington\, 157 Given Terrace\, Paddington\, Brisbane\, Qld\, 4064\, Australia
CATEGORIES:General,Queensland
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250611T180000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250611T210000
DTSTAMP:20260405T074006
CREATED:20250520T220841Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250522T045902Z
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SUMMARY:ANZFSS NSW - A Day in the Life of a Forensic Pathologist with Dr Lena Quinto
DESCRIPTION:Our next ANZFSS NSW Branch Event will be a hybrid event on the 11th June. Come along to hear a presentation by Dr. Lena Quinto\, a Staff Specialist Forensic Pathologist at the NSW Health Pathology Forensic Medicine Complex. Lena completed her specialist training at Lidcombe\, NSW. \nHave you ever wondered about what happens during an autopsy? Who “needs” an autopsy? And why? Lena will briefly outline the Coronial process in NSW\, and how forensic pathology works within a rich and interdisciplinary milieu to try to find answers for families and contribute to the medicolegal process. Lena will discuss her every day role as well as case examples that she has worked on. \nDate: 11th June \nTime: 6pm arrival for a 7pm start. Zoom broadcast from 7pm. \nLocation: NSW Forensic Medicine and Coroners Court\, 1A Main Ave\, Lidcombe (onsite parking available) \nPrice: Free for members\, $10 for non-members. Catering provided. \n 
URL:https://anzfss.org.au/event/anzfss-nsw-a-day-in-the-life-of-a-forensic-pathologist-with-dr-lena-quinto/
LOCATION:NSW State Coroner’s Court\, 1A Main Ave\, Lidcombe\, NSW\, 2141\, Australia
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250811T173000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250811T200000
DTSTAMP:20260405T074006
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SUMMARY:WA Branch SRG Event: Forensic Science Career Panel Night
DESCRIPTION:Explore Your Future in Forensic Science \nMonday 11 August\, 6 – 8pm\, refreshments from 5.30pm \nState Library of Western Australia – Ground Floor Theatre (25 Francis Street\, Perth) \nThe ANZFSS WA Student Representative Group invites students and all interested to an engaging evening of insight\, inspiration\, and connection at our Forensic Science Career Panel Night. \nWhether you’re studying forensic science\, considering a career in the field\, or simply curious about the variety of roles within the forensic sciences\, this free event is the perfect opportunity to hear firsthand from professionals working across multiple disciplines. \nWhat to Expect: \n\nShort introductions from each panellist about their role and journey\n\n\nA guided Q&A session hosted by the Student Rep Group\, covering career paths\, day-to-day responsibilities\, challenges\, and tips for entering the field\n\n\nOpen floor for audience questions and discussion\n\n\nNetworking with peers and professionals\n\n\nLight refreshments provided\n\nPanellists include professionals from: \n\nChemistry (Trace Evidence) – Ryan Fillingham\, ChemCentre\n\n\nAnthropology / HDR Supervision – Zuzana Obertova\, UWA\n\n\nForensic Biology – Sharonne Rampant\, PathWest\n\n\nCrime Scene Investigation (Field Officer) – Mike Lee\, WAPF\n\n\nBallistics / Fingermarks – James Inskip\, WAPF\n\nThis is a fantastic opportunity to gain practical insights\, ask your burning questions\, and start building connections in the forensic science community. \nPlaces are limited – book now at https://members.anzfss.org/booking.php?id=89 \n 
URL:https://anzfss.org.au/event/wa-branch-srg-event-forensic-science-career-panel-night/
LOCATION:The State Library of Western Australia\, Ground Floor Theatre\, 25 Francis Street\, Perth\, WA\, 6000\, Australia
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250828T180000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250828T193000
DTSTAMP:20260405T074006
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SUMMARY:Beyond the Tape: Reimagining Crime Scenes in Extended Reality
DESCRIPTION:Extended Reality (XR) has emerged as a transformative tool in forensic education\, providing immersive virtual crime scene simulations. This presentation outlines the pedagogical impact of XR in forensic education\, along with future potential uses of the technology including dynamic crime scene re-enactments\, precision LiDAR mapping\, non-destructive crime scene analysis\, and scalable scenario testing across disciplines. Followed by a live demonstration of the ForensicXR platform\, developed in conjunction with WSU\, this seminar invites participants to join collaborative conversations on how Extended Reality technologies can redefine evidentiary interaction\, curriculum design and investigative training. \n  \nKirk Duncan is a computer programmer and founder of The Mobile Apps Man\, a Microsoft Mixed Reality Partner specialising in Extended Reality (XR)\, holographic\, and mobile/web app development. He led the creation of ForensicXR\, the world’s first holographic crime scene training application\, which was showcased by Microsoft at the G20 Summit. He holds an MBA from the Australian Graduate School of Management and consults across various industry sectors\, with clients including Subway\, James Hardie\, and various government agencies. \n  \nDetails: \nDate: Thursday 28 August 2025 \nTime: 6pm – 7.30pm\, refreshments from 5.30pm \nVenue: Murdoch University Digital Immersive Lab\, Level 1\, Boola Katitjin\, Room 360.1.010 \nTickets: Members FREE\, non-members $10. \nRegistration for access to recording only: FREE \n  \nPLEASE NOTE: In person bookings for this event are strictly limited to 40 people due to availability of headsets for demonstration component. \n  \nPlease select the correct booking link for either IN PERSON ATTENDANCE or ACCESS TO RECORDING ONLY:  \nFor IN PERSON ATTENDANCE please book HERE (limited to 40 tickets only): https://members.anzfss.org/booking.php?id=92 \nTo register for ACCESS TO THE RECORDING ONLY please book HERE: https://members.anzfss.org/booking.php?id=93
URL:https://anzfss.org.au/event/beyond-the-tape-reimagining-crime-scenes-in-extended-reality/
LOCATION:Murdoch University\, Boola Katitjin Digital Immersive Laboratory\, Level 1 Room 360.1.010\, South Street\, Murdoch\, WA\, Australia
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250904T180000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250904T210000
DTSTAMP:20260405T074006
CREATED:20250716T015451Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250827T080008Z
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SUMMARY:ANZFSS NSW AGM - Case Study: A Deep Dive into the 1980s Family Law Court Bombing Cases
DESCRIPTION:Come along on the 4th of September for ANZFSS NSW’s Annual General Meeting followed by a much anticipated talk about the 1980s Family Law Court Bombing Cases. Dr David Bruce\, Detective Inspector Mathieu Russell\, and Detective Sergeant Matthew Heffernan will provide an overview of the case and the investigations that took place over almost 40 years. \nThe attacks on the Family Court of Australia occurred throughout 1980-1985\, and resulted in four people losing their lives\, as well as significant damage to the building of the Family Court. It wasn’t until 2015 that Leonard Warwick was arrested and charged with multiple offences after a decades long police investigation. The trial began in 2018 and concluded after almost 2 years with a guilty verdict and a sentencing of life in prison for Leonard Warwick. \nDate: 4th September 2025 \nTime: 6pm arrival\, 6:45 for AGM\, followed shortly by presentation \nLocation: ANZAC War Memorial Auditorium\, Hyde Park. Entrance on Liverpool Street side in between Fountains. Limited street parking available. \nPrice: Free for members\, $10 for non-members \nZoom Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83322670401  (streaming from 6:45pm)
URL:https://anzfss.org.au/event/anzfss-nsw-agm-case-study-a-deep-dive-into-the-1980s-family-law-court-bombing-cases/
LOCATION:ANZAC Memorial\, Hyde Park\, 126 Elizabeth Street\, Sydney\, Australia
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20251002T180000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20251002T193000
DTSTAMP:20260405T074006
CREATED:20250903T015732Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250903T015732Z
UID:10000089-1759428000-1759433400@anzfss.org.au
SUMMARY:ANZFSS WA Branch Event: The science of theoretical explosion reconstruction
DESCRIPTION:In September 2022\, a man was killed when he approached what appeared to be a small scrub fire along a bush track in Pinar\, Western Australia. Unbeknown to the victim\, a number of car tyres had been stacked on top of each other and set alight after placing a diving cylinder in the centre of the tyres. The victim was not hit by the bursting cylinder\, but did suffer immediate life terminating injuries. \nThis incident appeared quite simple in concept\, however proved to be significantly more complex than first thought\, requiring the application of scientific principles to support physical evidence. \n\n\n\nOur presenter\, Sgt Clayton (Jack) Bennie APM\, joined the WA Police Forensic in 1983 before moving into the field of forensic crime scene investigation in 1987. He has over 38 years experience in major crime scene investigation as well as explosion investigation including a major forensic role in one of Australia’s most complex car bombings in 2001. He has delivered explosion investigation training in most Australian jurisdictions as well as being requested to assist with training internationally in Indonesia\, Malaysia\, Nepal and Canada\, working with Interpol and the RCMP. \nDate: Thursday 2 October\, 2025 \nTime: 6pm start\, 5.30pm for refreshments and networking \nVenue: Exhibition Space\, Ground Level Building 500\, Curtin University\, Manning Road BENTLEY \nTickets: ANZFSS Members FREE / Non-members $10\, Student non-members $5
URL:https://anzfss.org.au/event/anzfss-wa-branch-event-the-science-of-theoretical-explosion-reconstruction/
LOCATION:Exhibition Space\, Curtin University Building 500\, Level 1\, Building 500\, Curtin University\, Kent St\, Western Australia\, Australia
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20251012T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20251016T233000
DTSTAMP:20260405T074006
CREATED:20250814T105524Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250814T105524Z
UID:10000088-1760259600-1760657400@anzfss.org.au
SUMMARY:27th Symposium of the Australian and New Zealand Forensic Science Society (ANZFSS 2025)
DESCRIPTION:ANZFSS 2025: From Foundation to Innovation \nJoin the 27th Symposium of the Australian and New Zealand Forensic Science Society\, held in Melbourne from 12-16th October 2025 at the Pullman Albert Park. This premier event brings together forensic professionals\, researchers\, and students to explore the evolving landscape of forensic science. Expect cutting-edge presentations\, interactive workshops\, and vibrant networking opportunities—including themed social nights and a gala dinner.\nWhether you’re an expert or just starting out\, ANZFSS 2025 offers a dynamic platform to connect\, learn\, and innovate. \nWebsite\nRegistration\nSocial functions\nSponsorship\nProgram\nWorkshops\nSpeakers
URL:https://anzfss.org.au/event/27th-symposium-of-the-australian-and-new-zealand-forensic-science-society-anzfss-2025/
LOCATION:ACT
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20251014T080000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20251014T190000
DTSTAMP:20260405T074006
CREATED:20250814T104002Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250814T105708Z
UID:10000086-1760428800-1760468400@anzfss.org.au
SUMMARY:ANZFSS Symposium Social Night – Into the Jungle
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we step “Into the Jungle” for a night of wild adventure\, fascination and endless mystery. Immerse yourself in an enchanting world where every discovery unfolds through a foundation of captivating stories and inspires groundbreaking and innovative ideas. Join us in your finest jungle costume as we embrace the boldness of the jungle! \nStuck for costume ideas? Why not try: \nWild Animals\nJungle Explorer\nClassic Jungle Characters \nTickets for the event are not included in the Registration and will be an additional cost. \nRegistered delegate ticket price: $95.00\, purchase through the registration form. \nNon-registered delegate ticket price: $150\, purchase through the social function form.\nBuses – to and from the Pullman Albert Park \nDeparting from the Pullman Albert Park to take attendees to Moon Dog Doglands from 6:30pm.\nBuses will be running at the end of the night from Moon Dog Doglands back to the Pullman Albert Park from 9:45pm. \nBus Ticket: $20.00\, purchase through the registration form. \nBus tickets are not included in the event ticket price and are an additional cost.
URL:https://anzfss.org.au/event/anzfss-symposium-social-night-into-the-jungle/
LOCATION:Moondog Docklands
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20251015T160000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20251015T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T074006
CREATED:20250930T051736Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250930T051736Z
UID:10000090-1760544000-1760547600@anzfss.org.au
SUMMARY:Notice of AGM - ANZFSS National
DESCRIPTION:Dear ANZFSS Members\, \nOnly a few weeks until the Annual General Meeting of the Australian and New Zealand Forensic Science Society! The AGM will be held on Thursday\, 15th October 2025 at 6pm at the Pullman Albert Park. The agenda and minutes from the 2024 AGM can be found below. \nThe AGM will be held concurrently along side the 27th Symposium of the Australian and New Zealand Forensic Science Society (ANZFSS 2025) which is being held in Melbourne from the 12th – 16th October 2025. \nDocuments have been sent to all active members\, please check your spam.
URL:https://anzfss.org.au/event/notice-of-agm-anzfss-national/
LOCATION:Park Room\, Pullman Albert Park\, 65 Queens Rd\, Albert Park\, VIC\, 3004
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20251016T190000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20251016T230000
DTSTAMP:20260405T074006
CREATED:20250814T104850Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250814T105834Z
UID:10000087-1760641200-1760655600@anzfss.org.au
SUMMARY:ANZFSS Symposium Gala Dinner
DESCRIPTION:End ANZFSS Melbourne 2025 on a high note at the Gala Dinner\, hosted at the iconic Melbourne Showgrounds. Dress to impress for an evening filled with drinks\, a sit-down dinner and dance into the night. The Gala Dinner is the perfect was to end the Symposium and celebrate what is sure to be a great event. \nRegistered delegate ticket price: Free with Symposium Registration. \nAdditional tickets are $180.00 and available for purchase through the registration form \nNon-registered delegate ticket price: $200\, purchase through the social function form \n\nEvent Transport\nBuses – to and from the Pullman Albert Park \nBus schedule to be provided shortly here \nBus Cost: Free \nNon-registered ticket: $20 \nPlease RSVP through the registration form. \nCar \nFree parking available at the Showgrounds for those who wish to drive. \nEnter via Gate 1. \nPlease allow time for traffic as you will be travelling in peak hour. \nTrain (Public Transport) \nIf arriving by train\, you will need to take the Craigieburn line to Newmarket Station and then catch Tram No.57 from the city to Showgrounds Village Shopping Centre (stop 32) on Epsom Road. It is approximately a 13 minute walk from the tram stop to Gate 1 of Melbourne Showgrounds. \nTram (Public Transport) \nIf arriving by tram\, you will need to take the Route 57 tram (West Maribyrnong to Elizabeth Street City) and disembark at stop 32 (Showgrounds Village Shopping Centre on Epsom Rd). Please note that stop 33 is no longer in use. It is approximately a 13 minute walk from the tram stop to Gate 1 of Melbourne Showgrounds. \nThe tram departs every 8 minutes.
URL:https://anzfss.org.au/event/anzfss-symposium-gala-dinner/
LOCATION:Melbourne Showgrounds
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20251121T183000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20251121T203000
DTSTAMP:20260405T074006
CREATED:20251022T002435Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251022T002435Z
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SUMMARY:ANZFSS Qld branch Christmas Party
DESCRIPTION:🎉 You’re Invited! End of Year Celebration 🎉 \nJoin us for a fantastic night at the Lord Alfred Hotel from 6:30 pm!\nFor just $25 per person\, enjoy delicious food and two drinks (beer\, wine\, or soft drink) included. \nPlease RSVP by 19 November and let us know any dietary requirements.\nReserve your spot using the booking link—don’t miss out on the fun! \nWe can’t wait to celebrate with you! \nBooking link: https://members.anzfss.org/booking.php?id=102 \n 
URL:https://anzfss.org.au/event/anzfss-qld-branch-christmas-party/
LOCATION:Lord Alfred Hotel\, 68 Petrie Tce\, Brisbane\, 68 Petrie Tce\, Brisbane\, Australia
CATEGORIES:General,Queensland
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Adelaide:20251128T183000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Adelaide:20251128T210000
DTSTAMP:20260405T074006
CREATED:20251104T102855Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251104T103922Z
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SUMMARY:ANZFSS SA Branch November 2025 Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Dear SA Branch Members\,  \n  \nThe next member meeting will be on the topic ‘Underwater Search and Recovery Techniques and Aquatic Forensics’. Come learn about the techniques and challenges of underwater rescues and forensic casework.  \n  \nThe meeting will be held at the Unley Community Centre\, 18 Arthur Street\, Unley\, on Friday 28 November 2025 at 6:30 pm (for a 7:00 pm start). \n  \nAs always members are free! Non-members are $10 and student non-members are $5 (with student ID). Bookings can be made here: https://members.anzfss.org/booking.php?id=103 \n  \nMore details will follow soon. We hope to see you there!
URL:https://anzfss.org.au/event/anzfss-sa-branch-november-2025-meeting/
LOCATION:Unley Community Centre\, 18 Arthur Street\, Unley\, South Australia\, 5061\, Australia
CATEGORIES:General,South Australia
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ORGANIZER;CN="SA Branch":MAILTO:sabranch@anzfss.org
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20251204T180000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20251204T220000
DTSTAMP:20260405T074006
CREATED:20251024T031914Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251029T211141Z
UID:10000093-1764871200-1764885600@anzfss.org.au
SUMMARY:ANZFSS NSW End of Year Event
DESCRIPTION:The ANZFSS End of Year Event is here! Come along to Club Parramatta on the 4th December to celebrate the year\, network\, and hear some speed talks from our Scholarship Winners. \nOur scholarship winners will present a 5 minute version of their ANZFSS Symposium presentation\, allowing you to hear a range of discipline talks that you may have missed at the conference. \nThe night will be a sit down Roast dinner with Christmas Pudding and of course\, a generous bar tab. \nHope to see you there! \n  \nLocation: Club Parramatta \nDate: 4th December \nTime: 6pm-10pm \nCost: $60 student members; $70 members; $80 non-members \n 
URL:https://anzfss.org.au/event/anzfss-nsw-end-of-year-event/
LOCATION:Club Parramatta\, 2 Macquarie Street\, Parramatta\, NSW
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260225T173000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260225T190000
DTSTAMP:20260405T074006
CREATED:20260112T014646Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260112T020246Z
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SUMMARY:ANZFSS WA Branch Event: Insights into Multimedia Forensics
DESCRIPTION:With the use of smart phones\, vehicle dashcam\, body-worn cameras\, and the ever-growing CCTV network\, media-based forensics becomes critical evidence for courts. It can offer a record of the actual video and audio of a crime\, with multimedia forensics involving diverse requests from analysing events\, identifying individuals\, recognising objects\, and synchronising device data to create a true timeline for evidence. In this presentation\, Dr Todd Hutchison will share insights to how media-based evidence is being used to analyse\, sequence\, explain\, and solve crimes\, as well as the complexities it presents. \nDr Todd Hutchison is international bestselling business author\, listed in the Who’s Who of Business in Australia\, and a world champion in music when he was a WA Police musician. He resides as an adjunct Associate Professor in the law discipline at Edith Cowan University\, consultant at law firm Balfour Meagher\, a licensed investigator and security officer\, and a Digital Forensic practitioner specialising in multimedia at Digital Forensics Australia. With a background in behavioural analysis and law enforcement\, Todd provides multimedia-based expert witness services on Supreme Court cases across Australia\, mainly for homicide and major crime matters.
URL:https://anzfss.org.au/event/anzfss-wa-branch-event-insights-into-multimedia-forensics/
LOCATION:Exhibition Space\, Curtin University Building 500\, Level 1\, Building 500\, Curtin University\, Kent St\, Western Australia\, Australia
CATEGORIES:General,Western Australia
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ORGANIZER;CN="WA Branch":MAILTO:wabranch@anzfss.org
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260312T180000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260312T210000
DTSTAMP:20260405T074006
CREATED:20260209T022159Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260216T030918Z
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SUMMARY:Drug Checking/Analysis at NSW Music Festivals
DESCRIPTION:The Illicit Drugs Analysis Unit’s role in Harm Minimisation \nJoin us for our first NSW Branch meeting of 2026 as we explore the critical work of the Illicit Drugs Analysis Unit (IDAU) and its role in the NSW Government’s 12-month drug checking trial at music festivals. \nFollowing the recent NSW Drug Summit\, strong support emerged for the implementation of drug checking services across the state. In response\, NSW has commenced a time-limited trial delivering on-site drug analysis and harm-reduction advice directly to festival attendees. \nOver recent years\, IDAU analysis of drug seizures has revealed increasing complexity in active ingredients\, emerging novel psychoactive substances\, and higher dosages than historically observed. This presentation will examine how drug checking services have been established in the festival environment and how forensic science is supporting public health outcomes in this evolving landscape. \nIDAU analysts — specialists in the examination of illicit drugs and pharmaceuticals — conduct on-site drug checking using: \n\nNear Infrared (NIR) spectroscopy\nFourier Transform Infrared (FTIR) spectroscopy\nChemical class (colour) tests\nDrug-specific test strips\n\nThe purpose of the service is to identify the primary active ingredient(s) present in submitted substances. Results are communicated directly to clients\, alongside tailored harm-reduction advice delivered by experienced peer workers\, supported by clinical leads and IDAU forensic analysts. \nThe trial forms part of a broader collaborative operation at music festivals\, working alongside rapid drug surveillance and early warning systems to maximise public health benefits and reduce drug-related harm. \nThis session offers valuable insight into the intersection of forensic science\, public health policy\, and frontline service delivery. \nImportant Notice for ANZFSS Members\n\nA brief Special General Meeting (SGM) for all ANZFSS members will be held immediately prior to the NSW Branch meeting. \nThe purpose of the SGM is to formally adopt the proposed Rules of Association amendments\, which were supported by members through last year’s online voting process. \nThe SGM will take no more than five minutes. We require member attendance to reach quorum\, so your participation is essential. \nMembers may attend: \n\nIn person at the NSW Branch meeting\, or\nOnline via the Teams link below\n\nMembers attending online may remain connected for the full NSW Branch presentation. \n\nEvent Details\nLocation: Forensic Medicine and Coroners Court Complex\nDate: Thursday 12 March 2026\nArrival: 6:00 pm\nSGM (Members only): 6:45 pm\nPresentation: 7:00 pm\nCost: Free for members | $10 for non-members \nOnline access (Microsoft Teams):\nhttps://teams.microsoft.com/meet/42212945745878?p=fXFtnn6kA7Dq3OPWsR\nMeeting ID: 422 129 457 458 78\nPasscode: QA3Zh9zv \n\n 
URL:https://anzfss.org.au/event/drug-checking-analysis-at-nsw-music-festivals/
LOCATION:NSW State Coroner’s Court\, 1A Main Ave\, Lidcombe\, NSW\, 2141\, Australia
CATEGORIES:New South Wales
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ORGANIZER;CN="NSW Branch":MAILTO:nswbranch@anzfss.org
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260331T173000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260331T190000
DTSTAMP:20260405T074006
CREATED:20260320T003647Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260320T005521Z
UID:10000099-1774978200-1774983600@anzfss.org.au
SUMMARY:ANZFSS WA Branch Event: Breaking Data Silos - The Power of Graph Analytics in Law Enforcement
DESCRIPTION:In 2023\, Western Australia Police Force launched IRIS\, a graph‑powered intelligence platform that has transformed how officers access\, connect\, and interpret information. Built on Neo4j and unifying more than a billion data points\, IRIS enables rapid exploration of relationships between people\, entities\, locations\, and events; revealing patterns traditional systems simply cannot. This presentation – originally delivered at ANZFSS 2025 and awarded “Best Presentation in Forensic Intelligence & Data Analytics” – will showcase how IRIS is positioning WA Police as a national leader in intelligence capability. This includes critical use cases such as monitoring high‑risk offenders\, identifying and locating priority persons of interest\, and accelerating a wide range of policing investigations. \nLauren Atwood began her career as an andrologist\, with a degree in biomedical science (forensic biology). She spent six years working for IVF Australia before returning to the forensic fold\, conducting research with NSW Police. After six years driving forensic innovation\, Lauren shifted into data analytics with WA Police\, where she now leads the Data Capability and Insights (DCI) Unit. The DCI Unit designs\, builds and manages IRIS\, the graph‑analytics intelligence platform powering investigations across Western Australia. Lauren has been an ANZFSS member for nine years\, serving five as Secretary of the NSW Branch committee. \nDate & Time: Tuesday 31 March 2026. Refreshments and networking from 5.30pm\, seminar commencing 6.00pm \nVenue: Exhibition Space\, Ground Floor Building 500\, Curtin University Bentley Campus
URL:https://anzfss.org.au/event/anzfss-wa-branch-event-breaking-data-silos-the-power-of-graph-analytics-in-law-enforcement/
LOCATION:Exhibition Space\, Curtin University Building 500\, Level 1\, Building 500\, Curtin University\, Kent St\, Western Australia\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Western Australia
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Adelaide:20260331T183000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Adelaide:20260331T210000
DTSTAMP:20260405T074006
CREATED:20260301T122045Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T123251Z
UID:10000097-1774981800-1774990800@anzfss.org.au
SUMMARY:Unmasking the Bicycle Bandit — SA Branch Member Night
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an engaging evening as Detective Senior Sergeant Danny Gillan and Detective Brevet Sergeant Adrian Moulds from South Australia Police take us inside the investigation known as Unmasking the Bicycle Bandit. \nBetween 2004 and 2014\, a lone offender committed a series of armed bank robberies across the Adelaide Hills\, earning the media monikers “The Hills Bandit” and “The Bicycle Bandit”. After years of investigative effort\, the offender was finally identified in 2023 through the successful application of Forensic Investigative Genetic Genealogy (FIGG). \nThis presentation will walk through the investigative strategy\, forensic breakthroughs\, and the long game that ultimately led to the offender’s arrest and conviction. \nLocation: \nUnley Community Centre \n18 Arthur Street\, Unley SA \n  \nDate: Tuesday 31 March 2026 \nTime: 6:30 pm for a 7:00 pm start \n  \nCost: \n• Members — Free \n• Student non-members (with valid ID) — $5 \n• Non-members — $10 \nRegister here: \nhttps://members.anzfss.org/booking.php?id=106
URL:https://anzfss.org.au/event/unmasking-the-bicycle-bandit-sa-branch-member-night/
LOCATION:Unley Community Centre\, 18 Arthur Street\, Unley\, South Australia\, 5061\, Australia
CATEGORIES:General,South Australia
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ORGANIZER;CN="SA Branch":MAILTO:sabranch@anzfss.org
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20260423T183000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20260423T200000
DTSTAMP:20260405T074006
CREATED:20260324T015138Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T035237Z
UID:10000098-1776969000-1776974400@anzfss.org.au
SUMMARY:Dr. Kristen Clarke and SSgt Donna MacGregor ANZFSS QLD Branch 2025 Symposium Award Presentations
DESCRIPTION:Please join us in celebrating some of the Qld Branch Symposium Award winners who presented either their research from the recent ANZFSS Symposium. Presentations will begin at 6:30 pm\, followed by nibbles and light refreshments. Please indicate in the booking form whether you intend to attend in person or online\, and advise us of any dietary requirements. \nDr. Kristen Clarke: Water we waiting for? Evaluating a greener\, safer\, more cost-effective strategy for applying 1\,2-indanedione to latent fingermarks on paper \nDeveloping fingermarks on paper-based evidence with 1\,2-indanedione and zinc chloride is a fundamental evidence gathering methodology; however the most widely-used carrier solvents to effect it\, HFE-7100\, will be phased out after 2025\, necessitating new 1\,2-indanedione formulations. While flammable hydrocarbon solvents have been suggested as suitable replacements for HFE-7100\, the compromise to safety makes them unsuitable long-term alternatives. This work opted for a fundamentally different approach; a water-based\, non-flammable xanthan gum gel medium to host 1\,2-indanedione that allowed for detection of natural fingermarks. \nThe optimised xanthan gum hydrogel formulation develops highly fluorescent fingermarks with minimal blurring and demonstrated effectiveness for fingermarks in the tenth natural depletion of a series. From a holistic frugal forensics perspective\, the gel delivery shows promise in terms of major benefits for cost\, safety\, accessibility\, and availability\, and provides further development in this area to deliver a safer\, longer-term alternative to HFE-7100. \nSSgt Donna MacGregor: From police to universities and everyone in between: a multiagency collaborative partnership for the reporting\, management\, and storage of medical (anatomical) teaching skeletons – a Queensland perspective. \nIn Queensland\, when unidentified human remains (UHR) are discovered\, they must be reported to the Police or Coroner. An investigation will then commence to first determine if the UHRs are ancestral Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander remains or a contemporary forensic case. If the remains are contemporary in nature\, then a full investigation will ensue to determine the identification and circumstances of death for this individual. However\, what if the UHRs are neither ancestral remains or a contemporary forensic case but instead a medical (anatomical) teaching skeleton? \nThe reporting of these type of human remains cases to police\, comes about mostly by family members as they clean out the contents of the deceased’s’ office etc and locate a “box of bones”. These teaching skeletons\, mostly sourced from India\, were exported to medical and educational institutes around the globe including Australia. It is estimated that 2.4 million skeletons were exported between 1947 and 1985\, when the practice ceased. \nTeaching skeletons are being reported to police in increasing numbers in recent years\, even though they are not “reportable deaths” by definition. Previously\, lacking other viable options\, teaching skeletons were lodged into local mortuaries thereby entering the Coronial process. This has significantly increased time pressures on forensic officers and investigators within the QPS and members of the Coronial system\, whilst also contributing towards long-term storage issues; the situation was becoming unsustainable. \nIn 2023\, members from the Forensic Services Group commenced working with academic and technical staff at all Queensland universities with accepting schools of anatomy (i.e. able to receive human cadavers). These universities include Griffith University\, Queensland University of Technology\, University of Queensland\, and James Cook University. Working collaboratively\, a universal donation form and new management workflow\, supported by the State Coroner\, has been established that negates the need for lodgement of teaching skeletons at local mortuaries.\nThis presentation will discuss the process for triaging all UHRs in Queensland and the new workflow for managing teaching skeletons.
URL:https://anzfss.org.au/event/dr-kristen-clarke-and-ssgt-donna-macgregor-anzfss-qld-branch-2025-symposium-award-presentations/
LOCATION:QPS Headquarters\, 200 Roma Street Brisbane\, 200 Roma Street\, Brisbane\, Qld\, 4000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:General,Queensland
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SUMMARY:SA Branch May 2026 Meeting - Forensic Application of Apple Health Data
DESCRIPTION:The SA Branch of ANZFSS Welcomes Dr Luke Jennings\, Lecturer in Digital Forensics at Flinders University to present a presentation on the Forensic Application of Health Data. \nHealth Data from phones and smart watches is becoming increasingly important in capturing actions\, behaviours and biometric records in real world investigations. Drawing on extensive experience including from a fatal collision that happened in Daylesford (Victoria)\, Luke will show how step counts\, expended energy\, heart rate\, and glucose levels inform investigators and medical examiners. We will also discuss how health data can inform sleep analysis and\, how it can contain detailed information of locations\, timezones and other associated devices – a treasure trove for forensic digital examiners. \nDr Luke Jennings holds a PhD on the Forensic Applications of Apple Health Data\, from the University of Adelaide. Prior to being appointed at Flinders\, Luke has worked as a senior digital forensic scientist at Digital Forensic Sciences Australia Pty Ltd\, working on over 100 cases\, many concerned with health data records.
URL:https://anzfss.org.au/event/sa_may_2026/
LOCATION:ACT
CATEGORIES:General,South Australia
ORGANIZER;CN="SA Branch":MAILTO:sabranch@anzfss.org
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