2012 Electrical Industry Annual Conference

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The leading electrical industry conference

Early bird offernow available!

Secure your spot for only $1,485First 100 registrations only. Available until 31 May 2012.

The Electrical Contractors Association (ECA) and Master Electricians Australia (MEA) invite you to the leading electrical industry conference in 2012

This year the Conference takes place in the vibrant city of Melbourne – a creative, exciting, ever-changing city with extraordinary surprises to be discovered in every basement, rooftop and laneway.

Hosted by the world-class Crown Conference Centre, this national Conference is of interest to all those involved in the electrical industry including electrical contractors and their partners, manufacturers, suppliers, regulators and more.

It is the perfect blend of business, sports, shopping and food, and provides access to a lineup of speakers who will not disappoint.

We are pleased to have engaged an impressive list of speakers, all experts in their fields, who will share their knowledge with you through interactive presentations about topics relevant to your business.

The MEA/ECA Annual Conference is well known and an excellent opportunity to grow and strengthen your professional networks.

From our Welcome Reception on the eve of the Conference, to the themed Gala Dinner on day four, we have ensured there are plenty of opportunities for our delegates to network with one another.

The Gala Dinner has become a famous component of our Annual Conference and this year’s dinner, with the theme ‘Gangsters and Molls’, will be no exception. We have fantastic food, wine and entertainment planned for what promises to be a great night for our delegates.

Unique leisure activities keep our Conference delegates coming back year after year. On offer for you this year is an afternoon at Flemington for the first race of the Spring Carnival, cheering on St Kilda or Melbourne at the MCG, retail therapy of Melbourne’s iconic shopping precincts, cruising up and down the Yarra river, and a thrill-seeking ride to the southern hemisphere’s highest platform to take in the breathtaking views of Melbourne on “The Edge”.

We look forward to welcoming you to what promises to be another fantastic Conference.

Malcolm RichardsGroup CEO

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3THE LEADING ELECTRICAL INDUSTRY CONFERENCE

Who should attend?

This Conference is a must do for any electrical business in 2012.

It’s ideal for those working in the electrical industry including electrical contractors, business owners, regulators, distributors, government departments, suppliers and manufacturers.

Partners and families are encouraged to attend.

Why should I attend?

• Learn successful business skills from industry practitioners

• Sharpen your commercial skills• Be inspired by notable speakers• Seek professional advice to

maximise profits.

Established in the industry?

• Keep abreast of leading industry changes, practices, techniques and thinking

• Strengthen and broaden your skills to stay at the forefront

• Maintain a fresh, reinvigorated approach

• Stay connected and networked in the industry.

New or entering the industry?

• Take advantage of the latest thinking

• Expand on your underpinning knowledge and skills

• Maximise your recently obtained skills

• Network with industry professionals and form valuable relationships.

Melbourne

Melbourne is a city that knows how to live!

This lively and cosmopolitan city combines a fanatical love for the creative arts and good living with a state-wide sports addiction to make a city like no other.

Discover high-end cuisine to low brow rock gigs, plays, festivals and blockbuster sporting events, all taking place across a city full of parks, gardens and historic architecture.

The city’s layout makes it easy to explore with many sights and attractions within walking distance or a short trip on a tram.

Discover its famed laneways or scamper up some stairs and take a tipple in an inimitable bar.

There’s always an exciting thrill to be had in Melbourne’s hive of bustling, creative culture.

To find out more about Melbourne during your stay, visit www.visitmelbourne.com

The Destination


Conference Centre

This years Conference will be held at the Crown Conference Centre.

Located in the heart of Melbourne, the Crown offers an intelligent, fully flexible conference centre with world-class facilities.

The Centre’s exciting modern design provides the ideal backdrop for this year’s Conference, affording an abundance of natural light and the latest in audio visual technology.

The complex houses an array of shopping and entertainment options. It boasts a world-class casino, four bars, nightclub, variety of restaurants and upmarket shops including Bvlgari, Harrolds, Louis Vuitton, Burberry, Prada, Versace and more.

The centre is complemented by stylish on-site accommodation options including the Crown Promenade and Crown Towers hotels.

Crown Promenade Hotel

Stylish, award-winning, and thoroughly modern, Melbourne’s Crown Promenade Hotel offers you a fresh perspective on how good a hotel can be.

Crown Promenade Hotel features spacious rooms with fantastic views overlooking Port Phillip Bay or the Melbourne CBD and Yarra River.

Whether your idea of relaxation is a workout, or an afternoon spent by the pool, be sure to visit their state-of-the-art leisure facility - The Deck, featuring an indoor pool, two outdoor deck areas, steam rooms and gymnasium.

Conference rates start at $255 per room per night.

Breakfast is an additional $25 per person per night.

Crown Towers

Experience contemporary luxury in its purest form. Your senses will be heightened with the many special touches that make every stay both relaxing and memorable.

From the moment you take in the hotel’s elegant form and enter the uniquely designed reception area, you will feel a sense of peace and calm.

Savour the Crown Towers panoramic views of Melbourne, their exclusive lounge and sky bar on level 28. Or choose to lounge at the indoor sun-deck relaxation lounge or working out at the world-class gymnasium.

Conference rates start at $299 per room per night.

Breakfast is an additional $25 per person per night.

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The Crown is located in the heart of the action – Melbourne’s vibrant Southbank entertainment precinct and famous arts and sporting facilities.

These are just some of the great attractions surrounding the Crown:National Sports MuseumMelbourne DocklandsQueen Victoria Markets Eclectic Laneways Cooks’ Cottage

Old Melbourne GaolMelbourne Central shopping And more!

Eureka Sky Deck 88Melbourne Aquarium Yarra River Federation SquareSouthbank Promenade

Tom GleesonPerforming at the Caulfield Racecourse EveningTom Gleeson is one of Australia’s favourite comedians. You may have seen him on Good News Week, The 7PM Project, Thank God You’re Here or at the Melbourne International Comedy Festival. He is the cool, calm, funny bugger behind every desk on every panel show doing the rounds. However, it is performing live on stage where he really shines.

As a stand up, there is not much Tom hasn’t done. He has performed at all three major comedy festivals in Melbourne, Edinburgh and Montreal,

as well as the invite-only Kilkenny Comedy Festival in Ireland. He’s been nominated for a Helpmann Award twice and won the Piece of Wood Comedian’s Choice Award at the 2008 Melbourne Comedy Festival.

Mr. Geoff StapletonManaging Director of Global Sustainable Energy SolutionsGeoff Stapleton has been instrumental in developing solar training and capacity building both in Australia and overseas. He has co-authored a number of notable publications including Grid-Connected PV Systems Design and Installation – an expert handbook to solar planning, design and installation.

Geoff set up Global Sustainable Energy Solutions as a renewable energy training and consultancy business in 1998, and is a part-time lecturer at

University of New South Wales. Geoff will provide you with an insight into issues that surround the design, installation and maintenance of grid-connected solar systems.

Mr. Patrick McKendryChief Executive Officer of Careers AustraliaPatrick has been a key advocate behind major training policy issues such as vocational education and training and employment programs, labour market reform, trade practice and competition policy for various industry bodies. He has served as Chairman of TVET Australia and the National Quality Council. During these roles he has brought together industry, employee, government and practitioner representatives to oversee and support vocational and technical education across Australia.

At this year’s conference Patrick will examine the future of apprenticeship training in Australia.

Presenters & Entertainment - a sneak peek


Trader’s 500The Electrical Industry Trade ShowTrader’s 500 is the biggest Electrical Industry Trade Show in Australia, designed and run by one of the leaders in the Electrical Wholesale industry, Lawrence & Hanson. With more than 50 suppliers presenting their most current products, this is a great opportunity for you and your employees to; purchase products, stay up to date with the latest technologies available, speak to leading suppliers and industry contacts, network with others in your industry, win great prizes and earn L&H dollars to be used at the onsite auctions.

Ian HeathwoodPrincipal at McKays Solicitors Ian is a founding partner and Principal at McKays Solicitors. Ian has worked in the legal sector for over 26 years, and has developed strong working relationships with the contracting industry and electrical contractors in particular. His experience and expertise includes the legal structuring of contracting businesses, asset protection, contracts, security of payments, industrial relations and workplace health & safety.

He is also the external legal advisor to a number of employer groups including MEA & ECA. Ian’s genuine understanding of the issues faced by contracting businesses, combined with a direct and practical approach to legal advice, has made him a well known face in the contracting industry.

Andrew BaileyConference MC & Business Development Manager for Master Electricians AustraliaWith extensive industry knowledge and a boundless enthusiasm, Andrew Bailey is the perfect match for the role of MC at this year’s Conference. Andrew has developed innovative strategies and partnership programs across the electrical industry with leading Australian companies including Hager B&R and Master Electricians Australia. Andrew has been a key consultant for the Federal Government’s Home Insulation Safety Program – Rectification and currently sits on the Wiring Rules Standards Committee.

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Presenters & Entertainment cont.

Tom HafeyMotivational SpeakerAFL legend Tom Hafey is a natural and inspirational speaker who is engaged by both football and non-football audiences.After coaching Richmond Football Club to several Premierships Tom Hafey was able to motivate Collingwood from the bottom of the ladder, to several Grand Final appearances. During his career in Football Tom Hafey coached four teams to Premierships, ten Grand Final appearances and is one of only six coaches to have coached over 500 AFL/VFL games.

Away from coaching Tom Hafey fulfils several media commitments with football and is now reporting for the ABC and Sport 927 as well as writing for Inside Football.

Clean Energy Council Clean Energy Expert The Clean Energy Council is the peak body representing Australia’s clean energy sector. It is an industry association made up of more than 600 member companies operating in the fields of renewable energy and energy efficiency. The CEC’s members are involved in the development or deployment of clean energy technologies such as bio-energy, cogeneration, energy efficiency, geothermal, hydro, solar, solar hot water, marine energy and wind.

The CEC advocates policy development on behalf of its members at the federal and state government level and promotes understanding of the industry and its potential through forums such as industry events, forums, conferences, newsletters and publications.

The Hon Richard Dalla-Riva MLC

Minister for Employment and Industrial Relations and Manufacturing, Exports and TradeRichard has held various Shadow Ministerial roles including Manufacturing and Export, Community Development, Innovation, Scrutiny of Government, Freedom of Information, Industry & State Development and Major Projects.

Prior to entering politics, Richard worked in senior management roles within the manufacturing, disability, retail and international company sectors. Minister Dalla-Riva is the State Member for Eastern Metropolitan Region.

And more to be announced!


Preliminary Conference Program

Friday 12pm–6pm Registration 7pm Welcome Reception at 28 Crown Towers

Saturday7am-8:30am Registration 8:30am ECA Annual General Meeting9:30am Business Sessions 12noon Lunch 12:45pm Afternoon activities6:30pm Free night

Sunday9am Business Sessions 12noon Lunch 12:45pm Afternoon activities to commence6:30pm Dinner at Caulfield Racecourse

Monday8am Business Breakfast10am L&H 2012 Traders 5003pm Free time6:30pm Underbelly Gala Dinner in the Plaza Ballroom

This program is preliminary, the details for the 2012 Annual Conference are subject to change without notice by ECA/MEA.

AFL – St. Kilda v MelbourneSaturday 11 August – 12:45pm - Free for first 100 registrationsThe MCG was built in 1853 and, since then, has established a marvellous history that compares favourably with any other in the world. Known colloquially as the ‘G’, Australia’s favourite stadium is the birthplace of test cricket and the home of Australian football, holding more than 80 events annually and attracting close to four million people.

Experience the excitement of Aussie Rules Football and watch the game unfold between these two warring teams at this iconic venue.

Don’t miss your chance to attend this once in a lifetime game FREE.This activity is only available to the first 100 registrations so get in quick!

Women in Contracting Flemington RacedaySaturday 11 August – 12:45 to 6pm Flemington Racecourse, is the best-known racecourse in Australia and the oldest continuing metropolitan racecourse with races running here every year since 1840. Enjoy Flemington’s famous front lawn when racing, fashion, and glamour come together for this spectacular day out.

At a heavily discounted rate, enjoy a two course meal in the Panorama Room at Flemington Race course. Bring your kids who will enjoy various active outdoor games plus arts and crafts activities. Free pony rides will also take place on the public lawn.

Cost only $60 per person Available to the first 50 registrations only

Melbourne River CruisesSaturday 11 & Sunday 12 August – 1:30, 2:30 & 3pmMelbourne River Cruises is the most experienced cruise operator on the famous Yarra River with over 25 years experience. Enjoy the stunning views of the CBD, Royal Botanical Gardens, Southgate, Crown Casino and the Port and Docklands area as you cruise in style.

Cost $30 per person

Conference Activities


Shopping Tour - Explore the Laneways with Jayne KeechSaturday 11 - 12:45pmExperience what beautiful Melbourne has to offer on a guided walking tour to quaint shops, cosy cafés, and down wondrous lanes and arcades.

Beginning at Degreaves Street, this 3 hour tour will take you through Melbourne’s laneways and arcades that are home to quaint shops, cosy cafés, laneway art and some exciting hidden gems. Before concluding your tour you will be rewarded with some delightful treats and coffee in one of the many pâtisseries Melbourne has to offer.

If you love shopping, eating and exploring fascinating places full of character this tour is for you.

Cost: FREE

Eureka Skydeck 88 & The Edge Saturday 11 & Sunday 12 August - 12:45pmThe Skydeck Experience was created to reach for the sky - nothing you have ever experienced will prepare you for the awe inspiring view of Melbourne from the Southern Hemisphere’s highest viewing platform.

Located on the southern banks of the Yarra River, Eureka is perfectly positioned for 360 degree, floor-to-ceiling views encompassing Melbourne’s CBD, sports precinct, Port Phillip Bay, Docklands and everything in between.

The Edge Skydeck 88 is the only observation deck in the world that can thrill you with ‘The Edge’ - a glass cube which projects 3 metres out from the building - with you in it - suspended almost 300 metres above the ground!

You will be able to purchase a souvenir photo of you actually in ‘The Edge’ from the Edge Shop on Level 88.

Skydeck 88 strongly recommends that you do not ride ‘The Edge’ if you have any of the following conditions: fear of heights, fear of enclosed spaces, sensitivity to loud or sudden noises, pregnancy, heart problems.. Children seven years or under must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

Cost Eureka Skydeck only $17.50 per adult & $8 per child Eureka Skydeck & The Edge experience $29.50 per adult & $20 per child.

A special thank you to:The Melbourne Convention and Venue Bureau, The Crown Venue and Flight Centre.

Thank you to our sponsors

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