Program
The National Conference ‘Building Australia’ focuses on leadership, innovation and visionaries, assisting members in making informed decision on future trends, business growth and innovation whilst developing and maintain strong leadership attributes within their business ethos.
This world class line up of speakers coupled with an exciting social program for delegates and their partners will ensure your attendance is a rewarding experience.
Please note that the program is subject to change.
Thursday 23 November
| 1300-1800 |
Registration check-in desk open |
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| 1900 |
Exhibition open |
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| 1900-2130 |
Toyota Welcome Social Dinner - A Taste of Tasmania (Princes Wharf 1) |
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Friday 24 November
| 0800-1300 |
Registration check-in desk open |
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| 0800 |
Exhibition opens (tea & coffee available) |
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| 0830-0845 |
OFFICIAL OPENING - Dan Perkins, National President |
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| 0845-0940 |
Opening Keynote Speaker - Anna Meares OAM |
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Success and the power of the mind over the body |
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| 0940-1000 |
Welcome and keynote address - Will Hodgman, Premier of Tasmania |
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| 1000-1030 |
Morning tea - Conference Exhibition Area |
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| 1045 |
Partners' tour departs (returns 1430-1500) |
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| 1030-1130 |
How future trends will shape your business environment - Bernard Salt |
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| 1130-1215 |
Game changing innovation and technology - Mike Pivac |
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| 1215-1245 |
Rising to the Challenges - Matt Haymes |
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| 1245-1345 |
Lunch - Conference Exhibition Area |
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| 1345-1545 |
Delegates' conference tour options |
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| 1730-2200 |
Cbus Conference Dinner - MONA - Museum of Old and New Art |
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Saturday 25 November
| 0700-0830 |
Women in Construction Breakfast Breakfast (panel facilitated by Denita Wawn) |
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| 0800 |
Exhibition opens (tea & coffee available) |
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| 0830-0900 |
Welcome - Our Economic Landscape - keynote address by Cbus |
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| 0900-1000 |
The game of inches - Nigel Collin |
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| 1000-1030 |
Morning tea - Conference Exhibition Area |
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| 1030-1100 |
Discover new direction in mid-rise timber construction - WoodSolutions |
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| 1100-1150 |
Succeeding in a high risk environment - Peter Davidson |
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| 1150-1200 |
Closing remarks - Denita Wawn, CEO |
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| 1200-1300 |
Lunch - Conference Exhibition Area |
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| 1300 |
Free time - Explore Salamanca Markets and Discover Hobart |
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| 1400 |
Exhibition close |
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| 1830-2330 |
National Excellence in Building and Construction Awards Gala Dinner |
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Sunday 26 November
Post Conference tours - Discover Tasmania
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