Coming Events in MEA - Australia-wide
Australian Capital Territory
Breakfast with O2 Speakers at Old Parliament House
Tuesday 30 September 2008
- Do you spend half your day responding to email?
- Do you have road runner syndrome, racing from crisis to crisis?
- Do you get sick on weekends and on holidays?
- Are you ‘inboxicated?’
If you answered yes, then you need to attend MEA ACT’s upcoming breakfast at Old Parliament House with guest performance expert speaker Andrew May of O2 Speakers. First a sell out event in Sydney, now brought to Canberra by special demand!
Andrew May, a leading expert on performance and productivity, has spent the past 15 years perfecting and coaching on performance. Former Physical Performance Manager for the Australian Cricket team and coach to Olympic athletes, Andrew May is also a leading businessman, co-founding Good Health Solutions, Australia’s largest corporate health and performance company.
At the heart of Andrews ‘Switched On’ philosophy is understanding that we all have the power to control our energy levels and performance. Andrew’s presentations teach audiences to recognize their four different performance zones – chill, thrill, spill and kill – then provides simple tools to consciously move between these zones. By recognizing your predominant zone, you can better respond to situations, not to mention know when it’s time to stop and relax!
The task of navigating life’s frantically paced, 24/7 digital age has never been more complex or daunting, especially in the events industry! Learn how to Switch On when you need to and Switch Off when you can by attending the MEA ACT Breakfast on Tuesday 30 September – Click Here to register now or Click Here for further information.
With thanks to our Event Sponsors:
New South Wales
Professional Development
Upcoming Professional Development topics include Audio Visual Demystified and Exhibitions. Details will be available soon.
ClubMEA: Spring Breakfast at Chinese Garden
Wednesday 24 September 2008
Step into another world and experience the natural beauty, architecture and culture of one of the only authentic Chinese gardens outside of Asia. The Gardens were initiated twenty years ago by the local Chinese community to celebrate Australia’s Bicentenary. Coinciding with the Beijing Olympics makes this hidden oasis a perfect choice for the annual ClubMEA Spring breakfast.
Members and guests will experience the natural beauty, architecture and culture of one of the only authentic Chinese gardens outside of Asia. After a short stroll around the garden to discover some unique features and surprises, breakfast will be served at the Tea House. Click here to register.
ClubMEA: MEA NSW in PINK for Breast Cancer
Thursday 30 October 2008
Lock this important date in – Thursday 30 October – as MEA NSW goes PINK to raise money for the National Breast Cancer Foundation. The Great Hall at University of Sydney Venue Collection will be awash with a pink glow and also plays host for this worthwhile event and cause. Last year's event at The Summit raised over $8000 for the National Breast Cancer Foundation. MEA are accepting donations of prizes so please speak contact Amanda Petrie on 02 9929 5400 or apetrie@mea.org.au.
NSW Xmas Party ‘Save this Date’ – It’s Christmas Time!
Thursday 4 December 2008
For NSW members or for interstate visitors, the very popular MEA NSW Christmas party will be held on 4 December at the National Maritime Museum, Darling Harbour.
Last year’s fantastic event was sold out, so you’ll need to register early – more details coming soon.
Queensland
ClubMEA: Central Bardon Conference Centre
Wednesday 17 September 2008
'Come along to our Central Spring Fling! A fun afternoon including a delicious lunch, refreshing cocktails, party games, prizes and much, much more....' For more details and to register click here.
Venues Keen to Host ClubMEA Events in Queensland
In response to a recent request seeking expressions of interest from venues wishing to host future ClubMEA events, MEA Queensland has been showered with interest from a range of venues throughout the State. Over 20 venues have indicated keen interest in being a future host venue, identifying the great opportunity that ClubMEA events provide for showcasing venues and capability to a valued target audience.
Carol Podesta, Chairman of the MEA Qld Networking & Events Sub-Committee said “We are thrilled to receive such strong interest from a very diverse and interesting range of venues covering the breadth of the State. Once all details are locked in, we will release a confirmed calendar of events well in advance. This will enable our members and any MEA colleagues visiting Queensland to plan ahead to ensure their attendance at these popular events.”
In the meantime, coming confirmed Queensland events include the following:
ClubMEA Lunch – Gold Coast
Crowne Plaza Royal Pines Golf Resort & Spa
Wednesday 15 October 2008
ClubMEA Lunch – Brisbane
Victoria Park Function Venue
Wednesday 12 November 2008
MEA Queensland Christmas Celebrations
Conrad Jupiters Gold Coast
Friday 28 November 2008
South Australia
Professional Development: Workers Compensation Laws
Tuesday 9 September 2008 at the Adelaide Convention Centre
Come and hear about the changes to the recent Workers Compensation Laws in this State. The workshop will focus on those changes most likely to impact on the Events, Venue and Hotel Industry in particular:
- Changes to the return to work provisions
- Changes to income maintenance entitlements
- Step down provisions
- Changes to lump sum benefits
- Role of the WorkCover Ombudsman
- New Dispute resolution provisions and the role of the Medical Panel
(Pictured from Left to Right: Natalie Bottroff and Chris Sargent)
Please contact Kate Duldig Branch Development Officer on sa@mea.org.au or click here for further information.
Keep checking the MEA Training and Events calendar for information on these coming events:
ClubMEA
Staging Connections Warehouse
Wednesday 8 October 2008
5.30pm - 7.00pm
Professional Development: Marketing Strategies
Adelaide Convention Centre
Tuesday 21 October 2008
8.30am - 4.00pm
ClubMEA & AGM
Adelaide Showground
Tuesday 18 November 2008
5.30pm - 7.00pm
Victoria
ClubMEA: Annual Auction @ Sofitel Melbourne
Wednesday 10 September 2008
Not only is it a great night of networking, the ClubMEA Annual Auction is about supporting the future of your industry.
The 2008 MEA Victoria Auction night is being held on 10 September at Sofitel Melbourne. One of the primary goals of the MEA Victoria Auction Night is to raise funds for the 2008 MEA Victoria Ruth Ellis Student Scholarship. Proceeds from this event enable a final year student to meet experienced professionals and learn about their chosen industry by attending the 2009 MEA National Conference being held in Adelaide.
So why not join us at Sofitel Melbourne for a night of fun at the MEA Victoria Annual Auction and networking night!
For more information on the annual auction or to donate an auction item please, contact Alison Johnson, Manager – MEA Victoria on 03 9329 5716 or vic@mea.org.au.
The ClubMEA Annual Auction is proudly supported by:
Professional Development: Strategic partnerships through sponsorship
Thursday 11 September 2008
The search for sponsorship dollars is becoming increasingly difficult. There are more groups looking for sponsorship and with the increased focus on Return on Investment there’s less money to go around.
Sponsorship is becoming less about “gold” “silver” and “bronze” and more about flexible partnerships with clear benefits that can be created for both parties.
Our expert panel includes representatives from both sides – the sponsorship sellers and buyers. The sellers will share their tips on how they design effective sponsorship packages and create effective partnerships whilst the buyers will discuss what they look for when deciding where to spend their sponsorship dollars.
Panelists included in the line-up consist of Anthea Somerville of Qantas Airways and
Ary Ganeshalingam Premium Beverages (Australia & NZ).
For more information and registration fees: Click here
To register on line: Click here
With thanks to:
Western Australia
Professional Development: Legal Essential for the Meetings & Events Industry
Friday 5 September 2008
MEA WA is pleased to provide a special professional development opportunity for management personnel (with more than 5 years experience) to assist with confronting the legal issues that arise in the meetings & events industry.
Join us on Friday 5 September at Mt Lawley Golf Club and learn how to avoid some of the common pitfalls and traps as we tackle negligence & liability issues, agents & subcontractors, insurance concerns, risk management and of course the essential principles of contracts. With emphasis on practical tips, our guest speaker Matthew Crouch of Bartier Perry Solicitors will demonstrate how to navigate through a contract including identifying the parties involved, whose document applies and where the common clauses exist.
Click Here to register now or Click Here to download more information.
ClubMEA: WA Networking @ MINQ
Thursday 18 September 2008
Show your PASSION for FASHION as MEA WA launches into spring thanks to Burswood Conventions & Events, Dress Code and Corporate Theatre Productions. Network with the who’s who of the local meetings & events industry whilst enjoying canapés & drinks within the lavish surrounds of pure VIP style at MINQ Bar & Lounge. Then let the fashion parade begin!
Be one of the first to experience Burswood Entertainment Complex’s latest VIP venue offering, MINQ Bar & Lounge. MINQ is an intimate and indulgent late night meeting place at Burswood Entertainment Complex where you can escape the ordinary. Stepping out of the private lift at MINQ you enter another world - one of intrigue, elegance and pure opulence.
Click Here to register online now or Click Here to download more information.
With thanks to our Event Sponsors: