The 2025 STEP Queensland Trusts & Estates Conference will be held on Friday 31 October 2025 at InterContinental Sanctuary Cove Resort, Hope Island.

The program will begin with a Pre-Conference Welcome Party on the resort’s Lagoon Beach, featuring an informal dinner, beverages, interactive food stations, and live entertainment. The full-day conference will take place on Friday, 31 October, followed by a post-conference reception. All events are included in the conference registration fee.

The conference is a sell-out months in advance each year. Register now, so you don't miss out.

The preliminary program can be viewed here.

CONFERENCE DETAILS

Date: Thursday 30 - Friday 31 October 2025

Time: 6:00pm - 9:30pm Thursday (Welcome Party) |  8:00am - 6:30 pm Friday (Conference and closing reception)

Venue: InterContinental Sanctuary Cove Resort, Hope Island

Early Bird Registration (until 20 July 2025):

• Members $745 + GST  |  Non-Members $995 + GST - includes the evening functions

Standard Registration (from 21 July 2025):

• Members $800 + GST  |  Non-Members $1,195 + GST - includes the evening functions

SPEAKERS INCLUDE:

• Jeff Otto KC TEP, Queensland Bar
• Robert Whiteford TEP, Queensland Bar
• Anthea Kennedy TEP, Bridges Lawyers (NSW)
• Robert Mackay, Lexon Insurance
• Fred Smith TEP, McInnes Wilson Lawyers
• Carla Parsons TEP, Parsons Law
• James Kirby, The University of Queensland, Australia
• Lyn Formica, Heffron Consultants
• And more!

CPD Information
6 CPD points including 1 point for Legal Ethics 
 

Registration Terms & Conditions
Please thoroughly review the event terms and conditions prior to purchasing a ticket to ensure attending the conference is right for you.
View the Conference Terms and conditions here.

Thank you to our conference sponsors

Gold Sponsor - Equity Trustees

Silver Sponsor - Perpetual

 Silver Sponsor - Send Payments

 
Silver Sponsor - Australian Unity Trustees

Coffee Cart Sponsor - BNR Partners

Exhibitor - Morgans

Exhibitor - Pilot Partners

Exhibitor - College of Law

Exhibitor - Forvis Mazars

FAQs

Accommodation options
STEP Queensland has secured a limited number of rooms at the InterContinental Sanctuary Cove Resort.
Please book your accommodation at the time of registering to avoid disappointment. Accommodation availability is not guaranteed. 
To book your accommodation, please click this link. 

Can I pay via EFT or cheque?
No, STEP Queensland is only able to receive credit card payments through the Trybooking system. Trybooking will send you a receipt and ticket when you register. Please consider this your invoice.

Do I have to bring my printed ticket to the event?
No, we will have your details on file and your name badge ready for collection.

Is my registration/ticket transferrable?
Yes, please read the terms and conditions for eligibility and process. 

I can no longer attend, can I have a refund of my ticket?
STEP Queensland does not offer refunds as a result of a change of mind and/or in your personal circumstances. Please read the terms and conditions for our refund policy.

Will the materials be sent around in advance?
We are working with our speakers to ensure that you have as much material as possible prior to the conference. Due to the nature of the presentations and speakers who will ensure that the information presented is absolutely up-to-date, some material may not be available until after the conference.

Is there parking at the conference if I don't stay at the resort?
Yes, you are welcome to use the parking available at the resort and surrounds. You do not need a hotel key to access this parking.

What is there to do before or after the conference?
After the conference there is plenty to do and see or you can simply relax and enjoy the beautiful resort grounds and pools. We encourage our delegates to make a weekend of it.
Review the information on the resort website for information about the area and facilities available. 

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