WELCOME FROM THE FOUNDER
& CEO ANNE NALDER
Small Business Association of Australia (SBAA) is proud to present its Annual National Conference in
Darwin, the capital of the Northern Territory and the unofficial Capital of Northern Australia.
I ask the question, “Does anyone truly understand small business?”
Our conference will provide this direction and a long term plan for SME’s (small and medium
enterprises) something that has never been previously attempted.
There are just over 2 million small businesses in Australia employing over 5 million people. The figure is
closer to 7 million if you include the business owner.
Over the next several decades, many of our current business activities won’t be in existence, or at the
very least, they will be dramatically different to the businesses we have today.
In order that Australian small businesses be prepared and compete in an ever rapidly changing world,
it is imperative that a long term plan is implemented.
Small Business Association of Australia will present The Plan whereby we will connect all the pieces that
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Identifying New and Emerging industries;
How will Australia Meet the Challenge?
What will be required of the Australian Education System to prepare our students for future
employment to fill the jobs of the future?
Small business infrastructure and clusters and how they will interact with big business;
Australia’s position in a global market;
The important role of small business;
Why Darwin can play a major role into the Asian market and the Development of Northern
Australia, and
What is the role of government?
Darwin has been chosen by Small Business Association of Australia for this year’s conference not only
because it is an exciting and thriving city, but also because it has the potential to become the capital
of Northern Australia especially in the areas of manufacturing, agriculture, mining and tourism. Its close
proximity to Asia and its natural deep-water harbour make Darwin a perfect model for developing
Northern Australia to provide much of Asia’s needs.
Historically, small business has always been about struggle and
survival. Today small business is not only operating with its hands
and feet tied behind its back, but the oxygen is being squeezed
out due to the myriad of compliance and legislation.
Before you head back home, why not spend a little extra time exploring Darwin and the Northern
Territory with its magnificent rugged scenery and experience its wide and diverse culture.
I look forward to welcoming you to this year’s National Conference, where with your support, we will
shape the future and prosperity of this country through small business, the engine of our economy.
I wish to thank the Northern Territory Government for their support of this important event.
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G20 SUMMIT ON SMALL BUSINESS
Small Business Association of Australia was one of four
participating business organisations at the recent G20
summit on small business, held in the Chambers of
Parliament House, Melbourne Victoria on Friday, 20 June,
2014. The G20 summit on small business was by invitation
only with just over 100 delegates from overseas and
Australia participating.
Anne Nalder, Founder & CEO of Small Business
Association of Australia attending the G20 summit on
small business
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WHO SHOULD ATTEND?
Small business is the single largest employer in Australia in the private sector providing approximately 5
million jobs.
It is only small business that can provide the majority of jobs in this country and also reduce the very
high youth unemployment.
At the recent G20 summit on small business held at Parliament House, Melbourne, Victoria, it was
recognised that small business is not only important, but vital for future global growth.
The Conference will provide a long term plan that will enable small business owners, intending small
business owners, educators, policy advisors and government agencies to plan for the future needs of
small business and future jobs.
All delegates will be given the opportunity in having
an input into the future well-being of the economic
development of this country through small business.
(SME’s – small and medium enterprises)
One question many continuously raise is “where are the jobs coming from”. The answer lies with small
business with the conference addressing this issue.
The Conference is suitable for:
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SME’s (small and medium enterprises) in all fields of business;
Large businesses;
Intending new business owners;
All business Industry associations;
Government Policy Makers at all three tiers, i.e. local, state and federal;
Government Agencies such as ASIC, ATO, ACCC, FWA;
Educators – schools, universities and other educational bodies;
All politicians regardless of their political background from local, state and federal parliaments;
Unions;
Banks, Finance institutions and Investors;
Local, State and Federal government,
Developed countries, and
Developing countries;
Investors;
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CONFERENCE PROGRAMME
Please note that each session will have either one or two presenters. All presentations will
include a workshop and input by attending delegates.
Wednesday 19th November 2014
6.30pm-8.30pm
Delegates arrive – Registration from 12pm to 8pm at the Registration
Desk at the Darwin Convention Centre
Welcome Cocktails
Thursday 20th November 2014
8.00am-9.30am
9.45am-11.15am
11.30am-1.00pm
1.15pm- 2.45pm
3.00pm-4.30pm
5.00pmM-7.30pm
Business Breakfast -Networking / Darwin Convention Centre
Hon Willem Rudolf Westra van Holthe, MLA
Session 1: The Important Role of Small Business / Darwin Convention
Centre Lionel Barden
Business Lunch – Topic – Australia’s Future Challenge / Darwin
Convention Centre Deloitte
Session 2: Tomorrow’s Business Education / Darwin
Convention Centre Professor Evan Douglas & Jenny Gill
Session 3: Asia Outlook:Structural VS Cyclical / Darwin Convention
Centre Cherelle Murphy ANZ
Informal dinner – delegates / Darwin Convention Centre - BBQ –
Networking
Friday 21st November 2014
8.00am-9.30am
9.45am-11.15pm
11.30am-1.00pm
1.15pm-2.45pm
3.00pm-4.30pm
5.00pm-7.30pm
Business Breakfast ‘My Story’ / Darwin Convention Centre Dr
Andrew Walker Aspen Medical
Session 4: The Role of Government / Darwin Convention Centre Dr
Alex Douglas, MP, Member for Gaven & Regulators, ATO, ASIC &
ACCC
Business Lunch – Topic ‘The New and Emerging Industries ‘ Darwin
Convention Centre The Hon. Alan Tudge, MP, representing the Prime
Minister
Session 5: Why Darwin / Darwin Convention Centre Dr Daniel
O’Hare & Greg Bicknell
Session 6: Infrastructure/Clusters / Darwin Convention Centre
David Power
Informal dinner – delegates / Darwin Convention Centre – Flavours of
the world – Networking
Saturday 22nd November 2014
9.30am-11.30pm
12.00pm-2.30pm
6.30pm-11pm
People’s Forum including Panel / Darwin Convention Centre - Q & A
National Mining Day & Related Industries Business Lunch / Darwin
Convention Centre – Chief Minister, the Hon. Adam Giles & Mrs
Rinehart
SBAA Gala Dinner with Mrs Gina Rinehart including the Rinehart
Lecture / Darwin Convention Centre –Chief Minister, the Hon. Adam
Giles & Mrs Rinehart
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ABOUT THE PRESENTERS
We are proud to present the following presenters who are expert in their field of topic including hands
on experience. The presentations and topics apply to Australian SME’s which will offer sound and
practical solutions for small and medium businesses.
Below are some of the confirmed presenters and their backgrounds with more to be progressively
confirmed including the Prime Minister and other senior ministers in the Australian Government.
THE HON ADAM GILES MLA, CHIEF MINISTER
Adam Giles was sworn in as the Chief Minister of the Northern Territory on March 14, 2013.
He is a busy man who is responsible for leading the Territory Government and managing
the portfolios of Northern Australia Development, Economic Development & Major
Projects, Asian Engagement & Trade, Police, Fire and Emergency Services and Strategic
Defence Liaison, Business, Employment and Training.
He is a staunch advocate of the Territory’s value to the rest of the country and is leading
a campaign to make the Northern Territory the central hub for the whole of Northern
Australian Development.
Adam is also a big supporter of private investment and forming partnerships with
government to unlock the Territory’s economic potential.
MRS GINA RINEHART,
Small Business Association of Australia is proud to have Mrs Rinehart as its patron.
The Gala Dinner will present a wonderful opportunity to meet Mrs Rinehart who is one of
the most successful business women in the world, including being Australia’s richest
person and one of the richest persons in the world.
Upon the death of her late father Mr Lang Hancock, Mrs Rinehart set about restructuring
the company and through hard work and dedication, developed Hancock Prospecting
to be one of the most successful private company’s in this country and globally.
Mrs Rinehart remains true and loyal to Australia and its people that includes having her
head office remain in Australia.
She continues investing that provides jobs for workers and opportunities for small business
owners.
PROFESSOR EVAN DOUGLAS, B COMMERCE (HONS). M COMMERCE, PhD, FAICD
Professor Douglas is Professor Entrepreneurship & Head, Department of Marketing at Griffith
University Business School. He is one of the most inspiring and inspirational educators with
numerous publications and journal articles. His current teaching areas include,
entrepreneurship, business plan development, new venture strategy and new venture
funding. He is also pioneering short courses specifically tailored for small business.
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DR ANDREW DAVID WALKER COFOUNDER of ASPEN MEDICAL
Dr Andrew David Walker, B. Med., B. Med. Sci. (Hons), MBA, is the Co-Founder and
Chairman of Aspen Medical Pty Ltd. Over the last 20 years he has led teams that
have developed and commercialised a range of successful medical and health
related businesses including: the Australian Skin Cancer Clinics; Combined
Pathology and ASX-listed Resonance Health and Ritract Limited.
Dr Walker has also been active in many non-health related businesses. He was
founding Director and Chairman of Generic Health Pty Ltd, Flexicar Pty Ltd, and
Wingate House Pty, Ltd. and is currently a Non-Executive Director of ASX-listed
Vietnam Industrial Investments Limited,
Prior to beginning his business career, he was a platoon commander in Australia's
Parachute Battalion. Dr Walker was awarded the Chief of Staff Commendation for
service whilst in Borneo. In 2006, he, along with Glenn Keys, was Ernst & Young's
Entrepreneur of the Year (Service Category) and in 2014 both were inducted into
the EY Entrepreneur of the Year Global Hall of Fame.
Dr Walker is also the past- Chairman of the Melbourne Chapter of the Young
President Organisation. He has graduate and postgraduate qualifications in
Medicine and Medical Science from Newcastle University and has earned an MBA
from the Melbourne Business School.
DAVID POWER
David Power was a Councillor for the Gold Coast, Australia's second largest local
government from 1991, and Chairman of Strategic Planning and Chairman of
Planning and Development from 1995 to 2007 when he retired from Council. He
established the first dedicated Economic Development Directorate in Qld Local
Government. His initiatives include the Gold Coast Marine Precinct, the largest
recreational watercraft manufacturing and maintenance precinct in the Southern
Hemisphere as well as Gold Coast Light Rail. He has consulted internationally to
Governments and the private sector on infrastructure and land use planning.
LIONEL BARDEN
Lionel is a highly experienced, business award winner with an extensive engineering
and manufacturing background. Lionel has been involved in the development and
commercialisation of leading edge products, systems and companies for the past
40 years. He has held senior management positions in companies in Australia,
Singapore, USA, Holland, Switzerland, South Africa, and Malaysia. UAE, China.
Some of Lionel’s achievements include, being a current member of the Advisory
Board of Griffith University Marketing and Franchising, past member of the Advisory
Board of Telstra Country Wide, past member of the Reserve Bank of Australia’s Small
Business Finance Advisory Panel.
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GREG BICKNELL CEO CHAMBERS OF COMMERCE NORTHERN TERRITORY
Greg Bicknell has been Chief Executive Officer with the Northern Territory
Chamber of Commerce & Industry since December 2012. Commencing with
the Chamber in 2000 as the Tradestart Export Adviser he then went on to
manage the Industry Councils until his current appointment. Greg brings to the
CEO role a robust interest and passion for determining business opportunity;
identifying business needs; and addressing these needs through a pragmatic,
wide view, consultative process.
His last decade working with larger corporations; government bodies and small
to medium business puts him in an ideal position to work strongly and positively
for the Chamber’s most important commodity – its members. Greg’s ten years
working with International trade and the manufacturing industry gives him firsthand experience in the continued improvement needed to Northern Territory
businesses in raising export and import opportunities.
Greg continues to travel widely with member delegations looking at
opportunities that will give long term benefit to Northern Territory business, in
particular, Chamber members. He sits on several consultative and advisory
committees and has an excellent knowledge and insight into government
processes on all levels, in turn, giving him the ability to advocate on behalf of
Chamber members successfully.
Greg is a member of the Australian Institute of Company Directors and the
Migration Industry Association. Greg has lived in the Northern Territory since
1985 with interests outside of work including travel, cricket and reading.
JENNY GILL BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT MANAGER TRAXION TRAINING
Jenny has over 20 years of experience in the Employment, Training and
Education sector. Initially starting as an administration assistant for a Disability
Employment Service provider she quickly moved onto working directly with
their clients, providing training and on-site support for people with disabilities
wanting to get into the workforce. After eight years she decided a change
was needed so that she could spend more time with her daughters and took
on a role as one of the first Industry Liaison Officers finding work experience,
school-based traineeship and apprenticeship opportunities for students in
years 10, 11 and 12 at her local school. Taking a strong interest in this area,
three years later Jenny then moved into the world of Australian
Apprenticeships, working for Australian Apprenticeship Centre’s. Her role
changed over the years as she worked on different programs at local, state
and national levels. From completing the initial signup process for any trainee
or apprentice, through to building strong relationships with employers, schools,
Job Service Agencies, Disability Employment Service providers, state
Government, and Registered Training Organisations. Now working as part of
the Business Development team for Traxion Training, Jenny believes her past
experience has given her the knowledge and understanding to support SME’s
when looking at their current staff training requirements and how SME’s can
also be there to support the education and training of our future business
owners. Jenny and Traxion Training are also delighted to now be working with
SBAA and cannot wait to be supporting the members to help understand
what Government funding may be available to support in-house learning and
development, using their complimentary “training funding help desk”. They
have also developed the Business Builder Program specifically designed to
support and train those new to the SME world. They look forward to meeting
you at the Conference.
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Dr ALEX DOUGLAS, MP
Gold Coast Independent MP Dr Alex Douglas is a vastly experienced member
of the Queensland Parliament. With more than 25 years as a general
practitioner, he is also one of the Parliament’s most outspoken MPs. He
represents the Gaven Electorate which covers both part of the Hinterland
and areas mainly west of the Pacific Motorway, but also includes extensive
housing estates and industrial areas in a rapidly growing area.
Dr Douglas is a former chair of both the Parliamentary Crime and Misconduct
Committee and the Parliamentary Ethics Committee. He was first elected as
a National Party MP in a by-election in 2006 and subsequently defeated by a
slim margin at the 2006 state election. After the formation of the LNP, he was
elected as an LNP MP in 2009 and re-elected in 2012 in a landslide win.
Following a dispute with Premier Campbell Newman over his removal from
the Ethics committee, Dr Douglas resigned from the LNP and sat for a short
time as an Independent before joining the Palmer United Party. He served as
PUP’s Queensland Parliamentary Leader until his resignation in August, 2014.
Dr Douglas now sits as an Independent Member, fighting for integrity and
ethical behaviour by politicians. He has enormous experience in
Queensland’s medical system and is now a member of the Parliament’s
Health and Community Services Committee.
HON ALAN TUDGE MP, THE FEDERAL MEMBER FOR ASTON AND THE
PARLIAMENTARY SECRETARY TO THE PRIME MINISTER
Alan Tudge was first elected to the federal seat of Aston in August 2010 and
was appointed to the role of Parliamentary Secretary to the Prime Minister
following the 2013 election. He was also Senior Adviser to former Education
Minister Brendan Nelson and Foreign Minister Alexander Downer.
Prior to entering parliament, Alan spent most of his career in business,
including several years with the Boston Consulting Group in Australia,
Malaysia and New York, and running his own advisory business. He also spent
several years as the Deputy Director of Noel Pearson’s Cape York
Institute where he oversaw the design of the welfare reform program, which is
now being implemented and seen as a model for the rest of Australia. His
experience with Cape York began in 2000 where he was the first corporate
secondee into remote Indigenous Australia. Jawon which has now sent 1000
secondees from Australia’s leading companies. Alan wants to be part of
creating opportunities for all Australians in the generations to come not only
in his electorate of Aston but right across the nation.
DANIEL O’HARE PhD, MA(Urban Design), BTP(Hons, Medal)
Dr Daniel O’Hare is Associate Professor of Urban Planning in the Faculty of
Society and Design at Bond University on the Gold Coast. He holds a PhD and
MA in Urban Design from Oxford Brookes University, UK, and a Town Planning
degree from the University of NSW. Before embarking on his academic career
he worked in town planning in Sydney and regional NSW. Danny’s main
research interests are the transformation of coastal tourism areas into
sustainable urban regions; the image of cities, towns and regions; transit
oriented development and urban walkability; and Knowledge Based Urban
Development. His publications on these topics have appeared in journals
including Urban Design International, in book chapters, and conference
proceedings published by Australian, UK, Chinese and US universities,
government departments and professional organisations.
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CHERELLE MURPHY SENIOR
COMMERIAL AT ANZ BANK
ECONOMIST,
CORPORATE
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Cherelle has been with ANZ for nine years where she is now the Senior
Economist in the newly created Industry Economics & Research team. Her
focus is servicing the Corporate and Commercial Bank’s client base. The role
involves communicating the research efforts of the Australian
macroeconomic team and providing insights on industry developments that
are front of mind to our clients. Until recently, Cherelle was responsible for
ANZ’s public sector analysis - especially the economic implications of
changes in Australia’s governments, policies, and budget management.
Prior to that, Cherelle focused on markets and contributing to
macroeconomic research and interest rate and currency forecasts. Cherelle
has previously also held the position of Senior Manager of Media Relations at
ANZ. She also worked as a journalist for the Australian Financial Review for five
years, including as Economics Correspondent for the paper in the Federal
Parliamentary Press Gallery.
Cherelle began her career as an economic research analyst at the Reserve
Bank of Australia. She holds a Commerce degree (Hons) from Curtin University
and a Master of Population Studies from Australian National University.
KAREN GREEN PARTNER AT DELOITTE
Karen is a Business Advisory and Tax Partner at Deloitte. Karen has been with
Deloitte’s Darwin practice for over 23 years and has been a partner for over
15 years.
Karen has over 26 years’ experience in Chartered Accountancy,
predominantly in tax and business advisory services. During her time in
professional accounting Karen has had responsibility for accounting and
providing taxation advice to a diverse range of private business and
corporate clients and has formulated appropriate business plans and
financial strategies. Karen also acts as an advisory board member on a
number of emerging companies in the Northern Territory and Government
bodies advising on strategic issues including financial strategies, business plan
preparation, operations and profitability improvement.
Karen has a broad portfolio of clients in the mining, oil and gas, offshore
support services, construction and property development, and infrastructure
sectors.
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CLOSED
REGISTRATION
Registration Fee – Tax Deductible
Member
- $1,550 per person Inc. GST
Non Member
- $1,750 per person Inc. GST
Special Group Rate
- 1 free package for every 5 paid delegates
Registration fee includes all meals such as,
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Welcome cocktail function on 19 November,
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Breakfasts, lunches & dinners on 20 & 21 November, morning and afternoon teas on 19 & 20
November, and
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The gala dinner on 22 November with tea and coffee at Q & A on 22 November.
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Lunches & Dinners will include wine,
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Gala dinner will include beverage package,
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No spirits are included.
Additional tickets to the gala dinner can be purchased for $250 per person Inc. GST
Registration fee does not include accommodation and travel arrangements.
How to register –
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Completed the Registration/Payment form on Page 9
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Make your payment as per payment options
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Scan your registration form and payment receipt and email to
[email protected]
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CONFERENCE REGISTRATION/PAYMENT
Please complete the following registration with each delegate being registered separately. If you have
more than one delegate attending, please photocopy this form for additional delegates.
Once, completed, please scan and email to [email protected]
DELEGATE REGISTRATION – PLEASE PRINT CLEARLY
TITLE
FIRST NAME
LAST NAME
Company name:
Mailing Address:
Telephone:
Mobile:
Email – please print:
Website:
Position:
Do you have any special dietary
requirements?
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PAYMENT DETAILS:
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attending:
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GENERAL INFORMATION
Delegate‘s Pack
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Delegate Pack will be available for collection from the Darwin Convention Centre
registration desk between 12pm and 8pm on Wednesday, 19 November.
Airfares and Accommodation
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Book and pay your airfares direct with your preferred carrier/travel agent.
Book and pay your accommodation direct – see accommodation information.
Please consider Travel & Health Insurance.
Rent a car/taxis
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Your venue will be able to arrange your transport requirements.
Tourism/Pre and Post Touring
1.
For all information regarding touring the Northern Territory, please contact, Ms Janine
Fidock, Marketing Manager, Tourism Top End, Darwin, NT., Tel: 08-8980 6024
Fax: 08-8981 7346 Email: [email protected] .au.
Currency
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All currency quoted is in Australian dollars and includes the GST rate of 10%.
Dress Code
Dress code for our Conference is as follows –
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Welcome Cocktail Party – cool smart casual after 5pm wear – no jackets/ties.
Breakfasts/lunches/dinner – cool small casual – no jackets/ties.
VIP key stakeholders private dinner – dinner suit.
Gala Dinner – black tie.
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No refund is available.
Should a delegate be unable to attend, a replacement delegate is acceptable.
Refund
Cancellation of the Event
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In the event that the Conference is cancelled, Small Business Association of Australia will
contact all delegates and key stakeholders to arrange a rescheduled date.
Should the rescheduled date be unsuitable, a refund less administration cost will be
refunded.
Liability
Small Business Association of Australia shall not,
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Be responsible for delegates’ accommodation reservations and payments.
Be responsible for delegates’ travel arrangements and payments.
Be responsible for any delegates’ injury/medical bills.
Be responsible for delegates’ loss or damage to luggage, personal belongings including
jewellery, lap tops and other items.
These conditions apply pre arrival, during the conference and post conference departure.
Speakers & Programme
Small Business Association of Australia reserves the right to amend the programme and speakers which
would be due to unforeseen circumstances.
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ACCOMMODATION
We are pleased to recommend the following accommodation venues which are part of a chain of
hotels/apartments.
Accommodation is subject to availability.
To book your accommodation please refer to the table below:
ACCOMMODATION
Vibe & Adina
Travelodge (Mirambeena Resort)
CONTACT
Jasmin Zemcevicius
Group Reservations
[email protected]
Tel: 08-8982 9999
Christopher Vouthivong
[email protected]
Tel: 08-8946 0111
VENUE
Vibe Hotel Darwin Waterfront
Vibe Hotel Darwin Waterfront
Adina Apartment Darwin Waterfront
Adina Apartment Darwin Waterfront
Adina Apartment Darwin Waterfront
RATE
$160
$180
$170
$190
$220
Adina Apartment Darwin Waterfront
$240
Travelodge Mirambeena Resort
Travelodge Mirambeena Resort
$150
$160
DELEGATE REFERENCE
Vibe-#14941028
Adina - #14941147
Travelodge-#14948160
ROOM TYPE
1 King bed/Queen or 2 Singles
As Above
Studio 1 King/Queen or 2 Singles
As Above
One bedroom 1 King/Queen or 2
singles
One bedroom 1 King/Queen or 2
singles
2 Queen Beds
2 Queen Beds
REMARKS
No view
Room with a view
No view
Room with a view
No view
Room with a view
No view
Room with a View
General Information:
Accommodation Rates
Vibe Hotel and Adina Apartment accommodation rates are based on 1 or 2
Adults per room per night. Extra adults will incur a $50 room charge per extra
person per night.
Travelodge Mirambeena Resort accommodation rates are based
On 1 or 2 Adults per room per night. Extra adults will incur a $40 room charge
per extra per person per night.
Porterage
Porterage is available at a total cost of $7 per person per stay-must be prearranged with your accommodation venue.
Payment
All accommodation reservations and travel arrangement including airfares
and payment is the responsibility of the delegate.
Venue locations
The Adina Apartments and the Vibe Hotel are in the same building and an
easy short walk to the Darwin Convention Centre whilst the Travelodge
Resort Minabeena is approximately 15 minutes’ walk to the Darwin Convent
ion Centre.
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OUR VALUED SPONSORS
We wish to thank the following valued sponsors who are supporting this important
conference. Additional Sponsors are to follow including ANZ Bank.
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DARWIN
Driving the North from the Chief Minister, the Hon. Adam Giles
The Giles Government has begun its official pitch to Canberra for the Territory to play a lead role in the
development of Northern Australia.
“The North Australian century is upon us and the Territory is perfectly positioned to take advantage of its
proximity to Asia and the opportunities ahead,” Chief Minister Adam Giles said.
“The Territory wants to walk side by side with the Infrastructure Prime Minister Tony Abbott as the
Coalition delivers on its commitment to unlock the North and overcome Indigenous disadvantage.
“Federal investment in roads such as the Tanami, Roper, Sandover, and Central Arnhem Highways, as
well as the Port Keats Road, will be essential to opening up the bush and bringing jobs to remote
communities in the North.”
The Territory Government has today lodged its formal submission to the Federal Parliament’s Joint Select
Committee on Northern Australia.
“Now is our time. We need to think big and plan well to maximise our potential as the linchpin of this
nation-building project across the North,” Mr Giles said.
“We have a rail link to the rest of the country, a deep water port, land for agricultural development
and energy to spare.
“No other jurisdiction can beat the Territory’s abundant natural resources, room for growth and strong
trading links with Asia’s biggest economies. There is no doubt that Darwin is the logical capital of the
North.
“Northern development will secure increased prosperity for all Territorians into the future. It will bring
better roads and better schools, and most importantly, it will create real jobs for our children, especially
in the bush.
“This is a once in a century opportunity to shape the Territory’s future and the Government wants to
hear from Territorians about how the North should be developed.
“Later this year, we will embark on a roadshow visiting towns for community forums where Territorians
can have their say in how this Northern push unfolds.
“We want Territorians to be proud of where we live, who we are and where we are going.
“Territorians are the best ambassadors for this unique part of the country and we need to harness their
enthusiasm when selling our Northern vision to the rest of Australia and the world.
"Canberra has shifted its gaze north and this is an unprecedented opportunity to secure the vital
infrastructure needed to drive the Territory and the nation.
“We’ve made an early case for the need for new infrastructure and called for the Australian
Government to help fund extensions to the rail network and a second port. We’ve also called for
funding for a national gas grid to connect the Territory to the rest of the country.
“Northern Development is a truly nation-building project that will increase national prosperity and
future-proof Australia’s position among the world’s top economies. The time for investment in the North
is now.”
Major Projects
It’s an exciting time for the Northern Territory with many major projects either underway or about to
commence. This boom presents significant opportunities for Territory businesses to benefit by being
directly involved in the projects, supporting those that are or capitalising on the flow on effect.
The Department of the Chief Minister works with other government agencies to facilitate major
economic and resource development projects to grow the Northern Territory’s economy.
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We assist the private sector in major projects such as developing oil and gas in our region, and related
industries and infrastructure. We work in partnership with key stakeholders, including industry,
professional associations, peak bodies, investors and government counterparts to secure economic
growth and employment for the Territory.
Our role includes positioning Darwin as Australia’s Asian gateway and further developing the
AustralAsia Trade Route, which provides freight links between southern Australia and the nations to our
north through the AustralAsia Railway, other land transport and shipping services out of Darwin’s East
Arm Port.
Industry development across the Northern Territory
The Territory has a number of significant major project developments that will underpin continued
growth for our region.
Major oil and gas projects include:
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$34 billion Ichthys LNG project on Blaydin Point – one of the biggest oil and gas projects in
Australia’s history
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$5.4 billion Darwin liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) project on Wickham Point – supplied by a 502
km pipeline from the Bayu-Undan gas field
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$110 million Marine Supply Base at East Arm Wharf, which will service oil and gas ships such
as rig tenders
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$55 million Darwin Industry Fuel Terminal – a common user facility adjacent to the East Arm
Wharf that provides tank storage and related logistics for the oil and chemical industries
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$50 million Helium Plant – the plant exports two thirds of its production to South-East Asia.
Invest in Australia’s Northern Territory
The Northern Territory boasts abundant natural resources, a relaxing outdoor lifestyle, world-class
infrastructure and Australia's lowest tax environment for business. Discover exciting business and
investment opportunities or register your investment ready project through http://www.investNT.com.au
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Indigenous economic development opportunities
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Land Development Corporation
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Darwin Port Corporation
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Skilled migration
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Territory Quarterly
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Offshore petroleum potential of the Northern Territory
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Onshore petroleum potential of the Northern Territory
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About Developing the North
The Northern Territory is leading the push to develop the North and is laying the foundations of what is
likely to be the biggest period of growth in the Territory’s history. We need bold, innovative action now
to build tomorrow’s Territory, which is why the Chief Minister has established a Ministerial Portfolio for
Northern Australia and the North Australian Development Office to make this happen.
We are building an economy that will attract people from all over the world and make us the envy of
the region. Growth is how we pay for the good life, by being prosperous and productive. We need a
strong economy if we are to take responsibility for ourselves, grow our regions, educate our kids, reduce
welfare and provide social services. It is an investment in our children’s future that will mean jobs, new
business opportunities and economic security.
We want to tap into the Territorians pioneering spirit and do things for ourselves, recognising that we
can’t remain so dependent on mining and Australian Government funding in the long term. We are
asset rich however, to become more independent, we must expand our infrastructure and utilise our
strategic assets to unlock growth. Obtaining our fair share of Australian Government funding to do this
will be critical.
Territorians have told us that they do want growth, but they want growth that suits our Territorian
lifestyle, development that is sustainable and responsible so that future generations thank us for our
planning and our vision. The Northern Territory is blessed with natural assets and we will use these wisely
to encourage clever industries that diversify our economy.
You have to work hard for the good things in life and the benefits of this initiative will be realised in years
to come.
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Tourism – Spectacular Scenery
Welcome to Darwin, a sophisticated city yet with a laid-back sense of nearby Asia.
The Northern Territory’s capital city is home to approximately 127,000 people drawn from more than 100
different nationalities. As Australia’s only tropical capital city, it sits on a vast harbour (which is five times
the size of Sydney Harbour), and enjoys two distinct seasons – the Wet and the Dry. It’s generally balmy
climate offers a casual, al fresco lifestyle with open-air cinemas, restaurants and markets. With the
highest daily average sunshine hours of any Australian capital, you’ll love Darwin’s relaxed tropical,
outdoor lifestyle. Visitors to the Northern Territory’s capital are always beguiled by the city’s natural
surroundings, laid back multiculturalism, quirky sense of humour and cosmopolitan yet quintessentially
Australian way of life.
Darwin’s greatest surprise is how much there is to see and do from scenic flights, crocodile cruises, some
of the world’s best sport fishing including the well-known and popular barramundi, camel rides,
overnight walks and waterhole swims, you're spoilt for choice in the NT.
Why not visit the spectacular Heritage-listed Kakadu National Park, Litchfield National Park, and
Arnhem Land, Katherine and surrounds and Uluru just to name a few?
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