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NORTHERN
BUSINESS 
ACHIEVEMENT
AWARDS 

Thursday 4 June 2026 

Guest Speaker

James Baulderstone

CEO of National Intermodal

James Baulderstone is the CEO of National Intermodal, a Federal Government Business Enterprise that is developing and operating a network of modern intermodal precincts along Australia’s east coast to support the Government’s delivery of Inland Rail.

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James has over 30 years of international experience in major infrastructure developments covering energy, utilities, resources, and transport industries. He has been responsible for managing major integrated interstate energy hubs and leading and developing large international joint venture energy terminals in Queensland and NSW. ​​​

 

With honours degrees in science and law, James spent over a decade at Santos in senior executive roles where he oversaw integrated operations across the eastern seaboard. ​

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As the CEO of National Intermodal, James works with the logistics industry, property developers and major freight customers to develop a network of independent, intermodal precincts in NSW, Victoria, and Queensland to ensure Australia’s supply chain is resilient, efficient and sustainable in order to improve living standards for future generations.

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Business Nominees

Sheforce Recruitment and Labour Hire

Merri-bek City Council

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Bippi Foods

Merri-bek City Council

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Imagine Re-Evolution

Nillumbik Shire Council

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North East Garage Doors Victoria

Nillumbik Shire Council

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Young Business Achievers

Lili Xu

Merri-bek Shire Council

Micah Kian Edmonds

Nillumbik Shire Council

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Breakfast Program 

Introduction by MC:  Mary Agostino, Co-Deputy Chair, NORTH Link​​​

Welcome: Jude Munro AO, ​Co-Deputy Chair of NORTH Link​​​​

​Keynote with Q&A: James Baulderstone, of National Intermodel​

Young Business Achievers Introductions: Sponsored by La Trobe Business School​​​

Merri-bek City Council and Nillumbik Shire Council Business Nominee Panel​

Thank you, and close

Menu 

Creamy scrambled eggs, smoked streaky bacon, thyme-roasted tomato, sautéed mushrooms, chicken & thyme chipolata, buttered sourdough.​ Accompanied by a bread basket and fruit platter.

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Freshly brewed coffee, tea and cold juice selection

Table Allocations 

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Survey 

Please take a moment to share your thoughts on the NBAA March Breakfast so we can continue to improve our future events.

Parking 

Guests can park in the underground car park at Novotel Melbourne Preston, accessed via Hotham Street. Novotel Melbourne Prestons' underground parking is now managed by an external provider; however, the $20.00 rate has been reduced to $5.00.

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For nearby public transport: There is a bus stop in front of the hotel, the 86 tram stop is just minutes away, and the train station is a 10-minute walk.

2026 NBAA Award Category Sponsors 

  • Best Start-Up or Microbusiness Business Award: Sponsored by New Epping

  • Business of the Year Award: Sponsored by The Victorian Government

  • Diversity Award: Sponsored by Melbourne Polytechnic

  • Environment Award: Sponsored by Yarra Valley Water

  • Exporter of the Year Award: Sponsored by Pitcher Partners 

  • Human Resources Award: Sponsored by Macpherson Kelley

  • Industry Education Engagement Award: Sponsored by Kangan Institute

  • Outstanding Initiative in Manufacturing Award: Sponsored by Darling Daughters

  • Philanthropy and Community Service Award: Sponsored by Inner North Community Foundation

  • Social Enterprise Award: Sponsored by Inner North Community Foundation

  • Technology Award: Sponsored by La Trobe University

  • Young Business Achiever Award: Sponsored by La Trobe Business School

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Naming Rights Award Sponsors and Partners

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