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SUMMARY:Roadmap 2035: A Framework to Strengthen FNQ
DESCRIPTION:Advance Cairns invites you to the official launch of our ten year regional strategy – Roadmap 2035: A Framework to Strengthen Far North Queensland. \nJoin us as we unveil our ambitious strategic vision for Far North Queensland for the next decade and beyond – Roadmap 2035. This plan outlines key priorities which will drive growth\, sustainability and prosperity across our region for the next ten years. \nAt the official launch of Roadmap 2035\, a panel of industry leaders will highlight the emerging and expanding sectors shaping our region’s future. This exclusive discussion will showcase three regional businesses that leverage our strengths to drive economic growth\, foster new industries\, and further diversify Far North Queensland. From a globally significant tungsten mine to the world’s third-largest high-purity silica processing plant\, and a first-of-its-kind project capturing the economic potential of a domestic Sustainable Aviation Fuel industry—this event will outline transformative opportunities ahead. \nPanellists:\nEQ Resources\nEQ Resources’ Mt Carbine Mine is a globally significant tungsten mining operation in Far North Queensland\, Australia and is the largest primary producer of tungsten concentrates in Australia. The operation focuses sustainable operations through advanced technologies like XRT ore sorting and the retreatment of low-grade stockpiles. EQ Resources currently employs 150 people in Australia\, supporting mining\, processing and quarrying activities. Mt Carbine’s operations contribute to the critical minerals supply chain\, with tungsten being essential for industrial\, technological\, and defence applications.\n \n\n\n\n \nRyan MacNeill\nOperations Manager\, Mt Carbine\nRyan MacNeill is a senior professional in the mining and resources sector\, specializing in project development\, operational growth\, corporate finance and regional expansion. Ryan currently oversees operations at the Mt Carbine Tungsten Mine owned by EQ Resources Ltd (ASX:EQR). He has played a pivotal role in transforming Mt Carbine from pilot plant operations into a world-class asset and leading tungsten concentrate producer\, utilizing innovative technologies and trusted processing methodologies to drive critical metals production.\nHe brings expertise in the evaluation\, financing\, transaction structuring\, and operational management of mining and mineral processing projects across Africa\, Europe\, Asia\, and Australia. His passion for fostering operational excellence and regional growth has made him a key player in advancing mining initiatives while delivering sustainable outcomes for key stakeholders.\n\n\n\n  \nJet Zero\nJet Zero Australia is a home-grown biofuel company leading the development of a domestic Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) industry that will transform and benefit regional Australia.\n \n\n\n\n \nAdam Douglas\nIndustrial Manager\nAdam Douglas brings over 30 years of experience in the Australian sugar industry\, beginning his career at Mulgrave Mill. He spent 22 years at Wilmar\, where he served as Regional Operations Manager for the Macknade and Victoria sugar mills\, the latter being Australia’s largest single sugar milling operation. Adam has played a pivotal role in developing strategies for upstream industrial portfolios and expanding ethanol feedstock production. Currently\, he is the Industrial Manager for Jet Zero\, overseeing operations for the proposed 100ML Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) plant\, Project Ulysses\, in Townsville. A mechanical engineer by profession\, Adam is based in Townsville.\n\n\n\n  \nSilica Resources Australia\nSilica Resources Australia (SRA) is a public\, unlisted\, critical minerals company that is fully independent and 100% Australian owned. SRA was formed specifically to be the owner of the Mourilyan Silica Sands Project which is located just south of Innisfail near the Port of Mourilyan. The rare\, naturally occurring high-purity silica sand found in the Mourilyan deposit will provide a stable supply of high quality silica to drive the energy transition and has the power to position Australia as a leading global supplier of responsibly-produced silica.\n \n\n\n\n \nPeter Lansom\nExecutive Chairman\nPeter has over 30 years’ experience in resource exploration\, appraisal and development\, working in executive roles within ASX-listed companies including Galilee Energy\, Eastern Star Gas\, Origin Energy and Santos.\nPeter holds a Bachelor of Petroleum Engineering (Honours) degree from the University of NSW. Over the past eight years Peter has been Managing Director of Galilee Energy and has overseen the significant growth of this company as it seeks to grow from explorer to become a significant new gas supplier into the Eastern Australia gas market. Peter is currently a non-Executive Director for Metgasco Ltd and Bengal Energy Ltd.\n\n\n\n\n  \nEvent Details\nDate: Friday\, 14 February 2025\nTime: 11:45am (for 12:00pm start) – 2:15pm\nLocation: Trinity Room\, Cairns Convention Centre\, Cairns QLD 4870\nTickets: One complimentary ticket per member organisation\, additional members $70 | Non-members $100 \nMore information to come. Bookings are essential. For enquiries\, please contact Advance Cairns at admin@advancecairns.com.
URL:https://www.advancecairns.com/event/launch-event-roadmap-2035/
LOCATION:Cairns Convention Centre\, Sheridan St & Wharf St\, Cairns\, QLD\, 4870\, Australia
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SUMMARY:Ai Group Workshop: Implementing New Workplace Relations Obligations
DESCRIPTION:The Federal Government has implemented far-reaching amendments to Australia’s workplace relations laws since its election\, posing significant new challenges and compliance requirements for industry. \nWith almost all of these amendments now in force\, Ai Group is running a series of interactive workshops around Australia providing practical guidance to equip organisations to navigate key elements of these changes. \nThis workshop\, supported by Advance Cairns will also provide an opportunity for organisations to share their perspectives and practical challenges related to the implementation of the above regulatory requirements. In order to maximise participation and learnings\, this 3 hour workshop will have a strict maximum capacity. Please register below to attend. \nDate: Tuesday\, 5 November\nTime: 9am-12pm\nVenue: Crystalbrook Riley\, 131/141 Esplanade\, Cairns City QLD 4870\nRegister: Click here
URL:https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/ai-group-workshop-implementing-new-workplace-relations-obligations-tickets-1034373046627#new_tab
LOCATION:Crystalbrook Riley\, 131/141 Esplanade\, Cairns City\, Queensland\, 4870\, Australia
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DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20241031T193000
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SUMMARY:2024 Annual General Meeting and Cocktail Function
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we bid farewell to the remarkable year that was 2024! You’re invited to the Advance Cairns Limited 2024 Annual General Meeting and post-AGM cocktail function\, an exclusive event for our members. \nThe 2024 annual general meeting is considering important matters including: \n\nElections for both Board of Directors and Advisory Council positions (if required)\nOther business including the annual audited financial statements\n\nClick here to view the Notice of AGM \nClick here to view the Previous Minutes (2 November 2023) \nClick here to view the Advisory Council and Board Election Explanatory Note \nPlease note that the Annual Financial Statements will be available for viewing at the AGM. \nBOARD NOMINATIONS FORM \nClick here to view the Director’s Nomination Form \nClick here to view the Proxy Form \nADVISORY COUNCIL NOMINATIONS FORMS \nClick here to view the Advisory Council General Member Nomination Form \nClick here to view the Advisory Council Premier Member Nomination Form \nIn summary\, key dates for the 2024 AGM are: \n9 October                   Notice of AGM; Invitation to nominate; Proxy details\n18 October                 Nominations close\n23 October                 Nominated candidates distributed\n29 October                 Proxies close\n31 October                 AGM commencing at 5:00pm \nPlease note that registrations are required for both the AGM and the cocktail function\, ticket type allows three options (AGM only; Cocktail Function only; Both AGM and Cocktail Function). \nDate: Thursday 31 October\nAnnual General Meeting: 5:00pm-5:30pm\, Meeting Rooms 3-5\nCocktail Function: 5.30pm-7.30pm\, Waterfront Garden\nVenue: Hilton Hotel
URL:https://www.advancecairns.com/event/2024-annual-general-meeting/
LOCATION:Hilton Cairns\, 34 Esplanade\, Cairns\, QLD\, 4870\, Australia
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SUMMARY:Catastrophe Resilience with Insurance Council of Australia
DESCRIPTION:How can FNQ mitigate economic impacts of extreme weather amid worsening insurance availability and rising costs.? \nJoin us for an exclusive event with Andrew Hall\, CEO of the Insurance Council of Australia (ICA)\, as he outlines the insurance industry’s plans to build a more resilient future. \nWith the coming anniversary of the devastating flooding in the wake of ex-Cyclone Jasper and the cyclone season fast approaching\, this Advance Cairns event will explore what our region can do to build long-term resilience. \nAndrew will present the ICA’s Insurance Catastrophe Resilience Report 2023-2024\, which includes a detailed assessment of ex-Tropical Cyclone Jasper and analyses the most recent catastrophe season\, which saw insurance claims surge by 73% on the previous year. \nDon’t miss this chance to learn how the Insurance Council of Australia is responding to the rising challenges and what solutions are being proposed to improve both insurance availability and community resilience. \nDetails:Date:       Friday 25 October 2024Time:       7:00am – 9:00amVenue:    Shangri-La The Marina\, Cairns – Ballroom1Cost:       Members* 1 x FREE\, Additional tickets $65 | Non-Members $85RSVP:     11:00am\, Monday 21 October 2024 \n*Advance Cairns members are entitled to one complimentary ticket per member organisation\, discount applied when you save ticket holder information on the second checkout page and before you enter billing information. Free ticket will only work when using an email address registered in the Member Portal. Haveing trouble? Call 4080 2900 or email admin@advancecairns.com \n  \nKeynote:\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n					Andrew Hall\n					Executive Director and CEO\, Insurance Council of Australia \n					Andrew joined the Insurance Council of Australia in September 2020 from the Commonwealth Bank\, where he served as Executive General Manager\, Corporate Affairs\, for seven years. At CBA he was responsible for the management of CBA’s corporate reputation\, public affairs and sustainability.He was previously Director of Corporate and Public Affairs for Woolworths Limited for six years\, overseeing a similar portfolio and participating as a member of the Management Board. \nHis expertise in the corporate affairs profession has been recognised with admission to the Arthur W. Page Society\, recognition in the International Top 50 Corporate Affairs Professionals (Salt & Shein 2014) and in the inaugural award of Top 50 Outstanding LGBTI Leaders in Australia (Deloitte 2016) for his work in leadership roles\, diversity and on the Board of Equality Australia for the marriage equality campaign. \nHe has extensive experience in governance\, both in the corporate and not-for-profit sectors. He serves on the boards of Rural Aid.
URL:https://www.advancecairns.com/event/catastrophe-resilience-with-insurance-council-of-australia/
LOCATION:Shangri-La\, the Marina\, Pier Point Road\, Cairns City\, QLD\, 4870\, Australia
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20240904T070000
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SUMMARY:ANZ/Suncorp in Regional Queensland & Cybercrime
DESCRIPTION:Join this special Advance Cairns event in partnership with ANZ as the bank discusses the biggest merger in the financial services sector since the GFC. \nANZ will also address the escalating threat of cybercrime and provide you and your business with important updates and advice on corporate cybersafety. \nANZ’s John Campbell\, General Manager of Transact and Save AUS\, will discuss why the acquisition is in the national interest and how the deal changes the Australian banking landscape. What will this transaction mean for regional Australia and particularly for Far North Queensland? What changes might ANZ customers expect? What drove this change? \nHe will be joined by WGC Lawyer’s Managing Director Rhiannon Saunders who will share insights on what businesses need to consider to safeguard their operations against cyber risks\, including ransomware\, data theft\, phishing and the impact of AI. \nDon’t miss this opportunity to gain valuable cybersafety strategies for your business. \n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n					John Campbell \n					General Manager – Transact & Save\, Commercial Division\, ANZ \n					Based in Melbourne\, John leads the Transact & Save team in ANZ’s Australia Commercial division. He has responsibility for setting strategy and end-to-end delivery of the deposit\, savings and payments products and propositions offered to ANZ’s Commercial customer base. He engages closely with ANZ Worldline – ANZ’s JV partner – to set the strategic direction and help bring leading merchant / e-commerce solutions to ANZ’s small business and corporate customers. \nTo deliver ANZ’s strategy of being the best bank for Australians who want to start or buy and sustainably run their business\, this role requires close collaboration with all parts of the value chain including frontline distribution\, Customer Operations\, Marketing\, Pricing and Risk. \nJohn started his career at PwC and is a qualified Chartered Accountant and CFA. He worked at Investment Banking and Private Equity firms in South Africa before relocating to Australia in 2005 to join ANZ’s Group Strategy team\, where he lead several M&A and strategy assignments in Australia and across Asia Pacific. John spent a decade in ANZ’s Institutional Transaction Banking business and prior to his current role\, held the position as General Manager of the Australian Home Loans business. \n					LinkedIn\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n					Jeffery Schrale\n					Regional Executive  Northern & Central QLD for Small to Medium Enterprises\, ANZ  \n					Jeff has been with ANZ for 17 years and has been leading the Far North Queensland commercial and agribusiness team for over 8 years. He has a science degree at the university of QLD with a graduate diploma in education and worked in various consultancy roles including running his own business before joining Banking in Muswellbrook NSW. Jeff has held a variety of roles within ANZ and after starting as a manager progressed to the state agri manager before securing the regional executive role based in Cairns.  \nHe is a passionate advocate of tourism\, trade\, agriculture and regional development. He believes in the potential of Northern Australia and wants to see new opportunities for remote and regional towns and families to create economic opportunity that leads to their sustainable future. Part of that future includes creating hope and opportunities for the next generation to stay in region and to be able to still pursue their dreams. \n					LinkedIn\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n					Rhiannon Saunders\n					Managing Director\, WCG Lawyers \n					Rhiannon Saunders leads the team at WGC Lawyers as Managing Director\, and is committed to upholding the WGC Lawyers’ tradition of excellence and building upon its success. Her focus is on ensuring that clients are provided with the highest quality legal representation while fostering a collaborative and innovative work environment for the team at WGC Lawyers. \nIn addition to her appointment as WGC Lawyers’ Managing Director\, together with Director John Hayward\, Rhiannon leads WGC Lawyers’ litigation and dispute resolution team. \nRhiannon brings a comprehensive approach to her work as a litigation and dispute resolution lawyer\, combining her expertise on the legal system with her experience as a business owner to guide and assist clients on the navigation and resolution of their legal issues. \nWith keen eyes on the evolving legal landscape\, Rhiannon is committed to ensuring the law practice and its clients are well-positioned to address emerging challenges\, including cybercrime and financial theft. \n					LinkedIn
URL:https://www.advancecairns.com/event/anz-banking-cybersecurity-event-sep2024/
LOCATION:Pullman Reef Hotel Casino\, 35/41 Wharf Street\, Cairns\, QLD\, 4870\, Australia
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SUMMARY:The Path to Health Equality: Business Brunch
DESCRIPTION:The Path to Health Equality: Queensland Women and Girls’ Health Strategy 2032\nAdvance Cairns invites you to an exclusive brunch event focused on advancing women’s health and empowerment in Far North Queensland. Minister for Health the Hon Shannon Fentiman MP will share insights into the comprehensive Queensland Women and Girls’ Health Strategy 2032 and its impact on our region. \nFollowing Minister Fentiman’s presentation\, guests will have the opportunity to engage in a Q&A discussion with key health sector leaders moderated by Advance Cairns CEO Jacinta Reddan. \nLimited bookings available. Secure your ticket today and be at the forefront of positive change for a healthier community. \n$5 from every ticket purchased will be donated to Centacare FNQ. \nGrazing brunch menu:Chef’s selection of open sandwiches and wraps | Curried eggplant samosas with a mint and cumin yoghurt raita (V) | Coffee and walnut slice (V) | Lemon and coconut cake (V) | Fruit selection (V) | Coffee and teaPlease email admin@advancecairns.com if you have any specialised dietary requirements. \nSpeaker:The Hon Shannon Fentiman MP\, Minister for Health\, Mental Health and Ambulance Services\, and Minister for Women introduced by the Hon Michael Healy MP\, Member for Cairns\, Minister for Tourism and Sport \nPanellists:Suzanne Andrews\, CEO Gurriny Yealamuck Health Service Aboriginal Corporation | Leena Singh\, CEO Cairns and Hinterland Hospital and Health Service |  Anita Veivers\, Executive Director Centacare Far North Queensland \n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				The Hon Shannon Fentiman MP\nMinister for Health\, Mental Health and Ambulance Services\, and Minister for Women \n“Women and girls’ health affects everyone. I want Queensland women and girls to be supported to achieve their full health potential\, to continue to participate in our economy\, and to fully contribute to Queensland society.” \nShannon is committed to social justice and throughout her career has worked to improve the lives of working people. She is passionate about fighting discrimination and unfairness at work and in the community. \nFind out more >> \n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Queensland Women and Girls’ Health Strategy 2032\nThe Queensland Government is committed to advancing the rights and interests of women and girls\, increasing their economic participation\, and working to achieve gender equality in Queensland. \nThe new Strategy aims to address health inequity and improve access to health care for women and girls living in Queensland. \nFind out more >>
URL:https://www.advancecairns.com/event/the-path-to-health-equality-business-brunch/
LOCATION:Crystalbrook Riley\, 131/141 Esplanade\, Cairns City\, Queensland\, 4870\, Australia
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SUMMARY:2023 Defence Strategic Review: Business Breakfast
DESCRIPTION:Advance Cairns is pleased to join with James Cook University to investigate the implications of the Federal Government’s 2023 Defence Strategic Review for Far North Queensland in an important dialogue with one of the review’s co-authors. \nThe Defence Strategic Review sets the agenda for ambitious\, but necessary reform to Defence’s posture and structure. Hear from review author Professor Peter Dean on Australia’s strategic circumstances necessitating the re-posturing of Defence\, particularly an enhanced network of bases\, ports and barracks across northern Australia. \nFollowing Professor Dean’s presentation\, guests will have the opportunity to engage in a Q&A discussion with key industry leader Olav Groot\, CEO of Norship\, facilitated by Advance Cairns CEO Jacinta Reddan. \nGuest Speaker: \nProfessor Peter J. Dean PhD SFHEA is the Director\, Foreign Policy and Defence at the United States Studies Centre at the University of Sydney. \nPreviously Professor Dean was the University of Western Australia’s (UWA) first Chair of Defence Studies and the inaugural director of the UWA Defence and Security Institute. He served as a Pro Vice-Chancellor at UWA\, where he received a Vice Chancellor’s Commendation for Outstanding Leadership\, and held a number of senior roles at the Australian National University’s College of Asia and the Pacific and Strategic and Defence Studies Centre. \nMost recently Professor Dean was Co-Lead of the 2023 Defence Strategic Review (DSR) Secretariate where he served as senior advisor and principal author for the Independent Leads\, His Excellency Professor the Hon. Stephen Smith and Air Chief Marshal Sir Angus Houston AK AC AFC (Retd). \nProfessor Dean has an extensive background in military and defence studies. He was the founding editor of the Melbourne University Press Defence Studies Series\, is a member of the Editorial Boards of the Australian Army Journal\, Global War Studies and the Military Studies Journal and a former managing editor of the journal Security Challenges. \nAn international award-winning author he has authored numerous books\, policy papers and articles on the US-Australian alliance\, Australian defence policy\, military operations and regional security. \n \n 
URL:https://www.advancecairns.com/event/2023-defence-strategic-review-business-breakfast/
LOCATION:Hilton Cairns\, 34 Esplanade\, Cairns\, QLD\, 4870\, Australia
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