Economic Breakfasts
Hunter Region Economic Update breakfast
the Hunter's longest running business breakfast series
celebrating 20 years in 2008
- Date: Friday, 24 October 2008
- Venue: Newcastle Panthers Auditorium, Cnr King & Union Streets Newcastle
- Time: 7:00 - 9:00 a.m. (presentations commence at 7:30 a.m.)
- RSVP: Booking essential by Monday, 20 October 2008. To book, please download the registration form and fax to the Foundation on 4961 4981.
- Contact: Megan Blanch-Smith on 4969 4566 ext 555
The October breakfast will feature:
- an assessment of Australia's economic outlook
- expert analysis on developing climate change response strategies
- vital information regarding the Hunter's economy and consumer spending
- networking opportunities with over 330 business representatives
Speakers
Robin Mcdonald, Co-Director of Research, HVRF
Hunter Region Economic Update (power point presentation)
Alan Oster, Chief Economist, National Australia Bank
Australian and International economic update (power point presentation)
Patrick Crittenden, Principal, Sustainability and Climate Change, GHD
Sustainability and Climate Change - Strategic issues requiring a practical response (power point presentation)
Tentative dates for 2009 Hunter Region Economic Update Series
- Friday 6 February
- Friday 8 May
- Friday 31 July
- Friday 23 October
Background
First established in 1988 the breakfasts provide independent, timely regional information from high profile, expert guest speakers. Guest numbers range between 150 and
300. The speakers and topic areas are generally:-
- an overview of the regional economy presented by the Foundation’s
economist
- predictions for the macro economy
presented by a guest senior economist
- a profile of a specific industry or sector relevant to the Region
Past Guest Speakers have included:-
- Dr John Hewson, The John Hewson Group
- Alan Oster, National Australia Bank
- Dr Chris Caton, Bankers Trust
- Mr Don Stammer, Bain & Company
- Professor Neville Norman, University of Melbourne
- Mr Nigel Stapledon, Westpac
- Paul Broad, EnergyAustralia
Like to receive notice of future functions? Then contact Megan Blanch
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