Over the past 20 years, mediation has emerged as a key part of the quest to find alternatives to long and costly litigation involving individuals, corporations, associations, governments and their agencies. It is a trend that has been strongly supported by the community, the judiciary and parliamentarians.

But as the popularity of mediation and other forms of alternative dispute resolution have grown, so too has the demand for suitable, flexible, and – importantly - neutral venues where negotiations can be conducted professionally and comfortably.

To satisfy this need, the first dedicated centre for alternative dispute resolution of its kind in South Australia has opened in Adelaide, providing a neutral, purpose-designed, well-resourced and cost-effective venue that is able to accommodate all forms of alternative dispute resolution.

Conveniently located in the heart of Adelaide’s court precinct, the centre has three fully-serviced suites with break-out rooms that can be configured to suit all-sized groups from small mediations through to large tribunal hearings.

The suites are available for daily hire or for extended periods, including weekends. Opening hours are flexible, in recognition that these types of negotiations often extend beyond regular office hours. Catering is also available until midnight.

Parties can elect to bring their own mediator (or arbitrator or facilitator), or have the centre help them select one. They also have access to a personal assistant and a dedicated wireless facility for photocopying, printing and internet access.
Videoconferencing, transcription and translation services are available upon request.

In opening the centre, April 2010, Justice Duggan, senior puisne judge of the Supreme Court of South Australia, observed that alternative dispute resolution processes were here to stay. He said the centre would help meet the growing need for appropriate facilities.

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