Thursday 5 September 2024
Novotel Melbourne Preston
Preston
Co-sponsored by:
September Host Councils:
Guest Speaker
Professor Theo Farrell, Vice-Chancellor and President at La Trobe University​
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Professor Theo Farrell commenced as Vice-Chancellor and President of La Trobe University in February 2024. He previously held leadership roles at the University of Wollongong, City University of London, and King’s College London.
Professor Farrell is a Fellow of the Academy of Social Sciences (UK) and past President of the British International Studies Association. He passionately believes that universities have a mission to build a better world through research, education, industry partnerships, and civic engagement.
Professor Farrell’s research focuses on defence innovation and contemporary armed conflict. He has acted as a strategic advisor to the UK government and US-led command in Afghanistan.
Young Business Achievers
Banyule City Council
Edward Ridewood
RideWood Photography
Merri-bek City Council
Renee Bell
Wonder Pies
Nominees
Banyule City Council
Merri-bek City Council
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Venue
We are excited to be hosting our September NBAA Breakfast at Novotel Melbourne Preston! Located at 215 Bell Street, Preston, 3072.
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​All guests will receive complimentary parking (excluding overnight parking for accommodation guests) in the Novotel Melbourne Preston underground parking area accessed via Hotham Street. You will need to register your vehicle through a QR code, which will be available in the function space during the event. It is an automated system, so no tickets are required. When you are leaving, the system will scan your number plate, and the gate will open.
Please note that the QR code is valid for Novotel Preston Underground parking only, and vehicles parked in any other area will incur standard charges. The function room is called ‘The Market Ballroom’ and is located on level 1, accessible via the lifts from this underground car park.
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To view nearby parking and public transport, click here.
Breakfast Program
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Introduction by MC - Mary Agostino
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Welcome - Linc Horton, Chair, NORTH Link​​​​
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Guest Speaker - Theo Farrell, Vice-Chancellor and President at La Trobe University
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Young Business Achievers Introductions​​
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Banyule City Council and Merri-bek City Council Business Nominee Panel
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Thank you, and close
Menu
Australian Breakfast: creamy scrambled eggs, smoked streaky bacon, thyme roasted tomato, sautéed mushrooms, chicken & thyme chipolata, buttered Sourdough.
Gluten-free and vegetarian substitutes are available
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Freshly brewed coffee, tea and cold juice selection
2024 NBAA Award Category Sponsors
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Best Start-Up or Microbusiness Business Award sponsored by New Epping
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Business of the Year Award sponsored by Victorian Government, Department of Jobs, Skills, Industry and Regions
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Philanthropy and Customer Service Award sponsored by Inner North Community Foundation
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Exporter of the Year Award sponsored by Pitcher Partners
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Human Resources Award sponsored by Macpherson Kelley
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Industry Education Engagement Award sponsored by Kangan Institute
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Innovation and Enterprise Award sponsored by OET - Cambridge Boxhill Language Assessment
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Outstanding Initiative in Manufacturing Award sponsored by Options Consulting Group
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Philanthropy and Community Service Award sponsored by Inner North Community Foundation
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Sustainability and Environment Award sponsored by Yarra Valley Water
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Technology Award sponsored by Business nbn
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Diversity Award sponsored by Melbourne Polytechnic
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Young Business Achiever Award sponsored by La Trobe Business School
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