Recent Roads Australia Events

RA Board Dinner with Minister Conlon (Adelaide) BY INVITATION. RA Members will enjoy an industry leaders' dinner with Minister Conlon, the RA Board and senior managers from DPTI. Proudly sponsored by GHD. Tuesday January 31st 2012 RA Board Workshop (Adelaide) RA Board Meeting. Participation in this event is limited to Board Members. A dinner will be held on 31 January for which invited guests may register - see separate dinner event for 31 January. Tuesday January 31st 2012 Regional Boardroom Luncheon with Minister Powell (Benalla) By Invitation. More information to come. Thursday December 15th 2011 RA Xmas Luncheon with Premier Lara Giddings (Hobart) BOOK EARLY - We are pleased to announce that our Guest Speaker will be the Hon Lara Giddings, Premier of Tasmania. Proudly sponsored by Abigroup. Thursday December 15th 2011 RA Xmas Luncheon with Minister Guy (Melbourne) BOOK EARLY. We are pleased to announce that our Guest Speaker will be the Hon Matthew Guy, Minister for Planning. Proudly sponsored by SKM. Tuesday December 13th 2011 POLICY Capacity Chapter Workshop (Sydney) The Capacity Chapter is holding a special workshop in Sydney on Friday 9 December 2011 to discuss the recent announcement of a Senate Inquiry into the demand for infrastructure delivery and the shortage of appropriate engineering skills. Friday December 9th 2011 RA Xmas Luncheon with Rod Hook - DTEI (Adelaide) BOOK EARLY We are pleased to announce that Mr Rod Hook, Chief Executive Officer, Department for Transport, Energy & Infrastructure will be our guest speaker for our Annual Christmas luncheon. Wednesday December 7th 2011 RA Xmas Luncheon with Nick Greiner - Infrastructure NSW (Sydney) SOLD OUT We are pleased to announce that Mr Nick Greiner, Chairman - Infrastructure NSW will be our Guest speaker for this Annual Christmas Luncheon. Proudly sponsored by Hyder Consulting Thursday December 1st 2011 RA Xmas Luncheon with Minister Paul Lucas (Brisbane) BOOK EARLY We are pleased to announce that our Guest Speaker for our Annual Christmas luncheon is the Hon Paul Lucas - Attorney-General, Minister for Local Government and Special Minister of State. Proudly sponsored by Hyder Consulting. Tuesday November 22nd 2011 Industry Luncheon with Minister Buswell (Perth) ALMOST SOLD OUT - We are pleased to announce that Hon Troy Buswell, Minister for Transport and Housing will address the next Perth Luncheon. Proudly sponsored by SKM. Wednesday November 16th 2011 Boardroom Luncheon with Minister Wallace (Brisbane) By Invitation. Roads Australia members will enjoy an intimate luncheon with Minister Wallace. Tuesday November 8th 2011 RA AGM and Luncheon with Michael Deegan (Sydney) RA Members and supporters can attend the AGM and then enjoy a luncheon with Guest Speaker Michael Deegan. Proudly sponsored by Thiess. Thursday November 3rd 2011 Boardroom Luncheon with Menno Henneveld (Perth) By Invitation. Roads Australia members will enjoy an intimate luncheon with Menno Henneveld. Proudly Sponsored by Fulton Hogan Wednesday October 26th 2011 POLICY Sustainability Chapter Workshop (Melbourne) The next workshop of the Sustainability Chapter will be on Wednesday 26 October in Melbourne, from 9.30am – 12.30pm. Please contact Donna Findlay, Policy Director, Roads Australia on donna@roads.org.au if you have any queries. Wednesday October 26th 2011 Boardroom Luncheon with Bruce Gidley - VicRoads (Melbourne) By Invitation. Roads Australia members will enjoy an intimate luncheon with VicRoads Chief Operating Officer, Bruce Gidley. Proudly sponsored by Cut and Fill. Thursday October 20th 2011 Boardroom Luncheon with Michael Bushby RTA (Sydney) By Invitation. Roads Australia members will enjoy an intimate luncheon with Michael Bushby. Proudly sponsored by Leighton Contractors. Wednesday October 19th 2011 Transport Reform Network Luncheon (Sydney) BY INVITATION Jim Murphy, Executive Director – Markets Group with the Department of Treasury will be guest speaker at a special lunch for stakeholders interested in broad transport pricing reform. Thursday October 13th 2011 Industry Luncheon with Minister O'Byrne (Hobart) We are pleased to announce that the Hon David O'Byrne, Minister for Infrastructure will address our industry luncheon. Proudly sponsored by Pitt&Sherry Wednesday October 12th 2011 POLICY Capacity Chapter Meeting (Adelaide) The results of the Chapter's recent procurement survey will be put under the microscope at this important workshop. Friday September 23rd 2011 RA Board Luncheon with Cr Margaret de Wit (Brisbane) Wednesday August 24th 2011 RA Forum (Brisbane) A one day "state of the nation" meeting for industry leaders. Held every 6 months and always booked out. Tuesday August 23rd 2011 Luncheon with Paul Buchanan (Sydney) RA's Network Reliability Chapter is pleased to host this by-invitation lunch featuring guest speaker, internationally recognised strategic transport planner, Paul Buchanan. Sponsored by SKM. Tuesday August 16th 2011 Boardroom Luncheon with Reece Waldock (Perth) By Invitation. RA members will enjoy an intimate luncheon with Reece Waldock, Director General - Deparment of Transport Western Australia. Tuesday August 9th 2011 POLICY Capacity Chapter Meeting (Sydney) The results of the Chapter's recent procurement survey will be put under the microscope at this important workshop. Friday August 5th 2011 Industry Luncheon with Norm McIlfatrick (Hobart) We are pleased to announce that Norm McIlfatrick will address the next RA luncheon in Hobart. Proudly sponsored by RACT. Wednesday July 20th 2011 Boardroom Luncheon with Minister Conlon (Adelaide) By Invitation. RA Members will enjoy an intimate luncheon with Minister Conlon. Proudly sponsored by Abigroup Contractors. Tuesday July 12th 2011 RA Forum (Melbourne) A one day "state of the nation" meeting for industry leaders. Held every 6 months and always booked out. Proudly sponsored by LMA and VicRoads. Tuesday June 21st 2011 2011 RA John Shaw Awards Gala Dinner with PARTNERS (Sydney) Definately one not to miss. This is a very special annual dinner with PARTNERS. Proudly sponsored by Parsons Brinckerhoff. Wednesday June 8th 2011 2011 Roads Australia Roads Summit (Sydney) The 2011 Roads Australia Roads Summit is shaping up to be the Best Summit held. Theme : Leading Edge. Gold Sponsors: Abigroup, AECOM, Hyder, Leighton Contractors and SKM. Wednesday June 8th 2011 RA Board Dinner with Les Wielinga (Sydney) By Invitation. RA Members will enjoy and intimate dinner with Les Wielinga, Director General, Department of Transport NSW. Proudly sponsored by Leighton Contractors Tuesday June 7th 2011 Boardroom Luncheon with Gary Liddle (Melbourne) BY INVITATION. RA Members will enjoy and intimate luncheon with Gary Liddle. Proudly sponsored by Hyder Consulting. Wednesday June 1st 2011 Industry Luncheon Minister Wallace (Brisbane) We are very pleased to announce that the Hon Craig Wallace, Minister for Main Roads will address our next Brisbane Luncheon. Proudly sponsored by Boral Construction Materials Queensland. Tuesday May 31st 2011 POLICY Sustainability Chapter Meeting (Melbourne) The focus of this roundtable workshop is climate adaptation of road infrastructure - what's happening in the space, and how can industry be more closely engaged in the process of adapting design and materials standards. Friday May 27th 2011 Industry Luncheon with Reece Waldock (Perth) We are pleased to advise that Reece Waldock, Director General - Department of Transport Western Australia will address our next RA Luncheon in Perth. Proudly Sponsored by Parsons Brinckerhoff. Wednesday May 18th 2011 Industry Luncheon with Gary Liddle (Melbourne) We are pleased to advise that Gary Liddle will address the next RA Luncheon in Melbourne. Proudly sponsored by AECOM. Thursday April 28th 2011 Boardroom Luncheon with Jim Hallion (Adelaide) BY INVITATION. RA Members will enjoy an intimate luncheon with Jim Hallion. Proudly sponsored by AECOM. Wednesday April 20th 2011 RA Road Pricing Forum - The Next Step (Sydney) Following on the success of January's RA Road Pricing Forum in Melbourne, Roads Australia is hosting a follow-up Road Pricing Forum. Thursday April 14th 2011 Industry Luncheon with Councillor Quirk (Brisbane) We are pleased to announce that Councillor Quirk (Brisbane City Council) will address our next Brisbane Luncheon. Wednesday March 30th 2011 RA Board Dinner with Jim Betts (Melbourne) By Invitation. RA Members will enjoy an intimate dinner with Jim Betts, Secretary, Department of Transport. Proudly sponsored by Hyder Consulting. Tuesday March 22nd 2011 POLICY Capacity Chapter Meeting (Brisbane) The next workshop of the Capacity Chapter will discuss the flood impacts on road maintenance and forward planning, as well as general contract/procurement issues. Proudly hosted by Abigroup. Friday March 18th 2011 Industry Luncheon with Minister Conlon (Adelaide) We are pleased to announce that the Hon Patrick Conlon, Minister for Transport and Infrastructure will address our members at our next Adelaide luncheon. Wednesday March 16th 2011 Boardroom Luncheon Minister Wallace (Brisbane) By Invitation. Roads Australia members will enjoy an intimate luncheon with Minister Wallace. Tuesday March 15th 2011 Industry Luncheon with Lord Mayor Valentine (Hobart) We are pleased to announce that Lord Mayor Rob Valentine of Hobart City Council will address our members industry luncheon. Thursday March 10th 2011 RA Gala Dinner - Farewell to Ray Fisher (Sydney) RA will host a Gala Dinner to farewell Mr Ray Fisher (Immediate Past President). Entertainment and a 3 course dinner - this is one not to miss. BOOK EARLY seats are LIMITED and will sell out. Proudly Sponsored by Abigroup. Tuesday March 8th 2011 RA Board Workshop and Dinner (Melbourne) By Invitation. The RA Board will meet and enjoy an intimate dinner with Minister Mulder, the new Roads Minister. Proudly Sponsored by Baulderstone. Tuesday February 1st 2011 RA Road Pricing Forum (Melbourne) Roads Australia is hosting a Road Pricing Forum that will give protagonists for reform the opportunity to state their case. This is a landmark event. Monday January 31st 2011 RA Xmas Luncheon (Adelaide) We are pleased to have Associate Prof Bill Griggs, Royal Adelaide Hospital as the Guest Speaker. Proudly sponsored by DTEI. Thursday December 9th 2010 RA Xmas Luncheon (Melbourne) We are delighted that Mr Max Walker will join as the Guest Speaker. Proudly Sponsored by Leighton Contractors. Wednesday December 8th 2010 RA Xmas Luncheon (Brisbane) We are delighted to announce our Guest Speaker Mr David Gray Chairman Queensland Motorways. Proudly sponsored by Queensland Motorways. Thursday December 2nd 2010 AGM and Xmas Luncheon (Sydney) We are pleased to announce that Minister Borger will be our Guest Speaker for this special event. Proudly Sponsored by Komatsu. Wednesday December 1st 2010 POLICY Funding and Financing Chapter (Sydney) The Funding and Financing Chapter is holding an important meeting to discuss our policy options. Thursday November 18th 2010 RA Forum SUSTAINABILITY (Sydney) LAST SEATS - We are pleased to announce the first Roads Australia Sustainability Forum. Proudly sponsored by Transurban. Wednesday November 17th 2010 Local Government Forum (Melbourne) By Invitation. We are delighted to announce our first Local Government Forum. This is proudly supported by Department of Transport, ConnectEast and VicRoads. Friday November 12th 2010 RA Forum (Perth) A one day "state of the nation" meeting for industry leaders. Book Early. Proudly sponsored by Aurecon and Macmahon. Thursday November 4th 2010 Boardroom Luncheon with The Hon David Borger (Sydney) By Invitation. Roads Australia members will enjoy an intimate luncheon with the Hon David Borger, Minister for Roads. Proudly sponsored by Transurban. Wednesday November 3rd 2010 Boardroom Luncheon with Minister Pallas (Melbourne) By Invitation. Roads Australia Members will enjoy an intimate luncheon with Minister Pallas. Proudly sponsored by Clayton Utz. Thursday October 28th 2010 Industry Luncheon with Mr Michael Bushby (Sydney) Mr Michael Bushby, Chief Executive, RTA NSW will address our members at our next Sydney Luncheon. Proudly sponsored by Leighton Contractors Wednesday October 6th 2010 RA Capacity Chapter Workshop, Melbourne This workshop will be considering as a key agenda item contract issues, with one specific agenda item on D&C contract documentation, as well as a report from Austroads on capability and capacity issues. Proudly sponsored by VicRoads. Monday September 27th 2010 Boardroom Luncheon with Rod Hook (Adelaide) By Invitation. Roads Australia Members will enjoy an intimate luncheon with Rod Hook, Deputy Chief Executive - Department for Transport, Energy & Infrastructure. Proudly sponsored by Abigroup. Tuesday September 21st 2010 Luncheon with Lara Giddings (Hobart) By Invitation. Members will meet with the Hon Lara Giddings in an intimate environment. Proudly sponsored by John Holland. Wednesday September 15th 2010 RA Forum (Brisbane) A one day "state of the nation" meeting for industry leaders. Held every 6 months and always booked out. Proudly sponsored by Fulton Hogan. Tuesday September 7th 2010 Boardroom Luncheon with Minister Hinchliffe (Brisbane) By Invitation. RA members will enjoy an intimate luncheon with the Hon Stirling Hinchliffe - Minister for Infrastructure and Planning. Thursday August 12th 2010 RA Board Meeting and Luncheon (Melbourne) The Board will meet for a meeting following by a Luncheon. Proudly Sponsored by McConnell Dowell. Wednesday August 4th 2010 RA Forum (Melbourne) A one day "state of the nation" meeting for industry leaders. Held every 6 months and always booked out. Proudly sponsored by ConnecEast/LMA and VicRoads Tuesday August 3rd 2010 POLICY Capacity Chapter (Sydney) The meeting will focus on capability and capacity shortages. Friday July 23rd 2010 Boardroom Luncheon with Mr Alan Tesch (Brisbane) By Invitation. RA Members will enjoy an intimate luncheon to meet with Mr Alan Tesch. Proudly sponsored by Abigroup. Thursday July 22nd 2010 Boardroom Luncheon with Treasurer Lenders (Melbourne) By Invitation. Roads Australia Members will enjoy an intimate luncheon with Treasurer Lenders. Proudly sponsored by Currie & Brown. Tuesday July 20th 2010 Industry Luncheon with Minister Conlon (Adelaide) The Hon Patrick Conlon, Minister for Transport and Infrastructure will address our next Adelaide Luncheon. Proudly sponsored by Parsons Brinckerhoff. Tuesday July 13th 2010 Boardroom Luncheon with Mr Gary Liddle (Melbourne) By Invitation. RA members will enjoy an intimate luncheon with Mr Gary Liddle. Proudly sponsored by Thiess. Wednesday July 7th 2010 POLICY Sustainability Chapter (Melbourne) By invitation. Meeting of the Sustainability Chapter, proudly hosted by Shell. Friday May 28th 2010 2010 John Shaw Award and Gala Dinner (Sydney) Roads Australia premier Annual Gala Dinner for the announcement of the 2010 John Shaw Award winner. Proudly sponsored by Parsons Brinckerhoff Thursday April 22nd 2010 2010 RA Roads Summit (Sydney) Roads Australia annual Road Summit (2 days) is the peak annual gathering for the major stakeholders in Australia’s road industry. Thursday April 22nd 2010 RA Board Dinner with Minister Campbell (Sydney) The Board will meet with Minister Campbell and invited guests. Wednesday April 21st 2010 Industry Luncheon with Treasurer Fraser (Brisbane) We are very pleased to announce the Hon Andrew Fraser, Treasurer (Queensland) will address a RA Brisbane Luncheon. Friday April 9th 2010 Boardroom Luncheon with Minister Pallas (Melbourne) By Invitation. Roads Australia Members will enjoy an intimate luncheon with Minister Pallas. Proudly sponsored by AECOM. Thursday April 8th 2010 POLICY Capacity Chapter event (Brisbane) By invitation. Proudly sponsored by Queensland Transport and Main Roads. Preview of the soon-to-be-published Roads Australia East Coast Road Program, a two year program of works covering projects in NSW, Queensland, Victoria and South Australia. Tuesday March 30th 2010 Boardroom Luncheon with Minister Wallace (Brisbane) By Invitation. Roads Australia members will enjoy an intimate luncheon with Minister Wallace. Thursday March 18th 2010 Boardroom Luncheon with David Ridgway (Adelaide) By Invitation. Roads Australia Members have an intimate meeting with David Ridgway Tuesday March 16th 2010 POLICY Congestion Chapter event (Brisbane) By invitation. Proudly hosted by AECOM. Congestion Chapter event to develop Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to help reduce congestion during road construction and operation. Monday March 15th 2010 POLICY Sustainability Chapter event - Brisbane By invitation. Proudly hosted by Queensland Transport and Main Roads. Meeting of the Sustainability Chapter to develop Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to improve sustainability outcomes in road projects. Monday March 15th 2010 POLICY Funding & Financing Chapter Meeting (Sydney) The RA Funding and Financing Chapter will meet. Proudly sponsored by SKM. Wednesday February 10th 2010 RA Board Dinner (Hobart) By Invitation. The Board Team and Members meeting for an informal dinner. Tuesday February 2nd 2010 RA Corporate Workshop (Hobart) The Roads Australia Board will meet for a corporate planning workshop. Tuesday February 2nd 2010 POLICY Sustainability Chapter Planning Meeting (Sydney) By invitation. Sustainability Chapter Planning meeting. Proudly sponsored by Abigroup. Friday January 29th 2010 RA Xmas Lunch with Minister Conlon (Adelaide) CLOSING SOON We are pleased to announce our Guest Speaker for our Xmas Lunch to be the Hon Patrick Conlon, Minister for Transport, Infrastructure and Energy. Wednesday December 9th 2009 AGM & Xmas Luncheon with Mr Mike Mrdak (Sydney) CLOSING SOON Proudly sponsored by URS. Friday December 4th 2009 POLICY - Capacity Chapter meeting (Sydney) By invitation. Capacity Policy Chapter meeting to discuss program for 2010. Proudly hosted by Parsons Brinckerhoff. Thursday December 3rd 2009 RA Xmas Lunch with Minister Wallace (Brisbane) CLOSING SOON Proudly sponsored by Shell. Thursday December 3rd 2009 RA Xmas Lunch with Ron Barassi (Melbourne) BOOKINGS CLOSING SOON Proudly Sponsored by Downer EDI Works. Tuesday December 1st 2009 POLICY Capacity Chapter Workshop (Adelaide) By invitation. Proudly hosted by Department for Transport, Energy & Infrastructure Monday November 16th 2009 Boardroom Luncheon with Minister Campbell (Sydney) By Invitation. Roads Australia Members will enjoy an intimate luncheon with the Hon David Campbell, Minister for Transport. Proudly sponsored by Reed Construction. Wednesday November 4th 2009 Roads Australia Forum (Brisbane) BOOK NOW A one day "state of the nation" meeting for industry leaders. Held every 6 months and always booked out. Proudly sponsored by Queensland Motorways Ltd. Wednesday October 28th 2009 Industry Luncheon with Mr Ian Silk, CEO - Australian Superannuation (Melbourne) BOOK NOW. We are privileged to offer a very special lunch for Members and Guests with our Speaker Ian Silk, CEO of the largest Superannuation Fund in Australia. Thursday October 22nd 2009 Boardroom Luncheon with Minister Wallace (Brisbane) By Invitation. Members will enjoy a intimate boardroom luncheon with the Hon Craig Wallace, Minister for Main Roads. Wednesday September 30th 2009 Industry Luncheon with Ministers Lawrie/McCarthy (Darwin) BOOK NOW. Darwin members and guests to join both Ministers Lawrie and McCarthy for a luncheon discussion. Proudly sponsored by Clayton Utz Wednesday September 23rd 2009 Industry Luncheon with Minister Holloway (Adelaide) BOOK NOW to meet with the Hon Paul Holloway, Minister for Mineral Resources Development who will seek feedback from his 30 year Urban Plan for Adelaide. Proudly sponsored by York Civil and Fulton Hogan. Wednesday September 16th 2009 Boardroom Luncheon with the Hon Tim Pallas (Melbourne) By Invitation. Roads Australia members will enjoy an intimate boardroom luncheon with Minister Pallas. Proudly sponsored by KBR. Wednesday September 9th 2009 POLICY Congestion Chapter Luncheon with Gary Liddle - VicRoads (Melbourne) By invitation. Congestion chapter luncheon focussed on including congestion mitigation in contracts. Proudly hosted by Clayton Utz. Friday August 28th 2009 POLICY Funding & Financing Chapter workshop (Melbourne) By invitation. Workshop for executive of the Funding & Financing Chapter. Proudly hosted by Transurban Wednesday August 26th 2009 POLICY Funding & Financing Lunch with Garry Weaven By invitation. Funding & Financing luncheon with Garry Weaven, Chairman Chairman of Industry Funds Management. Proudly sponsored by Transurban. Wednesday August 26th 2009 POLICY 'User pays' systems for funding and managing roads (Melbourne) By Invitation. The workshop will look at sustainable ways to fund infrastructure in the current economic climate, as well as dealing with the increasing problem of urban congestion. Proudly hosted by AECOM. Thursday August 20th 2009 POLICY Sustainability Chapter workshop (Sydney) By Invitation. Roads Australia Policy workshop on building sustainable road infrastructure, proudly hosted by the NSW Roads and Traffic Authority (RTA), with guest speakers, Allen Kearns (CSIRO), Peter Lyons (BMD), John Brewer (RTA). Monday August 17th 2009 RA John Shaw Dinner (2009) Bookings are Now Open for our "Premier" Annual Gala Dinner to present the prestigious John Shaw Award. Book Early, this will be a sell out. Proudly sponsored by BBA. Tuesday July 28th 2009 2009 Roads Australia Annual Summit (Sydney) The 6th Roads Australia Annual Summit is the peak annual gathering for the major stakeholders in Australia’s road industry and our 2008 Summit drew over 150 senior delegates. Tuesday July 28th 2009 Boardroom Luncheon with Minister Sturges (Hobart) By Invitation. Members will have the opportunity to meet with Minister Sturges in a small boardroom luncheon. Proudly sponsored by Pitt & Sherry. Friday July 17th 2009 POLICY Funding & Financing Chapter Executive Chapter Luncheon (Sydney) By invitation. Meeting of the Road Funding & Financing Chapter over lunch, proudly hosted by Clayton Utz. Thursday July 9th 2009 Boardroom Luncheon with Jim Hallion, CEO - DTEI (Adelaide) By Invitation. Members will enjoy an intimate luncheon with Mr Jim Hallion, Chief Executive, DTEI. Proudly sponsored by Aurecon. Friday June 26th 2009 POLICY Capacity Chapter Luncheon with Gary Liddle - VicRoads & Ken Mathers - SEITA (Melbourne) By invitation. Capacity Chapter members will enjoy an informal boardroom luncheon with VicRoads Chief Executive Gary Liddle, A/Executive Director, Major Projects, John Cunningham and SEITA Chief Executive Ken Mathers. Proudly hosted by URS. Thursday June 11th 2009 Boardroom Luncheon with Minister Michael Daley (Sydney) By Invitation. Roads Australia members will enjoy an intimate boardroom lunch with the Minister Daley. Proudly sponsored by Downer EDI Works. Tuesday May 26th 2009 Industry Lunch with Menno Henneveld , Commissioner, Main Roads WA (Perth) Mr Menno Henneveld, Commissioner, Main Roads WA will address our industry luncheon. Proudly sponsored by Aurecon. Friday May 15th 2009 POLICY - Funding & Financing Boardroom Lunch By Invitation. Meeting of the Executive of the Funding & Financing Policy Chapter. Tuesday May 5th 2009 Boardroom Dinner with Gary Liddle - VicRoads (Melbourne) By Invitation. Roads Australia Members will enjoy and intimate Boardroom Dinner with Gary Liddle. Proudly sponsored by Baulderstone. Tuesday April 28th 2009 Boardroom Luncheon with Minister Lawrie and Minister McCarthy (Darwin) By Invitation. Members will enjoy and intimate luncheon with Minister Delia Lawrie and Minister Gerry McCarthy. Wednesday April 22nd 2009 Boardroom Dinner with the Hon Eric Roozendaal MP Treasurer (Sydney) By Invitation. Members will enjoy an intimate dinner with the Hon Eric Roozendaal, Treasurer. Proudly sponsored by BMD. Monday April 6th 2009 Industry Lunch with Ian Gillespie (Brisbane) We are delighted to have Mr Ian Gillespie, CEO, RACQ address our member luncheon. Proudly Sponsored by Aurecon formerly Connell Wagner. Tuesday March 31st 2009 Roads Australia Forum (Melbourne) A one day "state of the nation" meeting for industry leaders. Held every 6 mths, always booked out. The Hon Tim Pallas, Minister for Roads - the keynote speaker over lunch. Proudly sponsored by VicRoads & SEITA Tuesday March 24th 2009 POLICY Road Funding and Financing Chapter Launch (Melbourne) By Invitation. Members are invited to the Launch of the New Policy Chapter over a dinner. Proudly sponsored by Clayton Utz. Monday March 23rd 2009 POLICY Luncheon with Jack Opiola (Sydney) By Invitation. Members will enjoy a luncheon with Mr Jack Opiola, Principal - Transportation (Booz and Company). Proudly sponsored by RTA NSW Wednesday March 18th 2009 Industry Lunch with Deputy Premier Mr Kevin Foley (Adelaide) The Minister will address Guests on an update on South Australian infrastructure issues and agendas during this Global Financial Crisis. Proudly Sponsored by York Civil. Friday March 13th 2009 POLICY - Sustainability Mapping Workshop (Sydney) - POSTPONED This meeting has been postponed. Key Sustainability Chapter members will meet for a planning meeting. Proudly sponsored by SKM. Monday March 2nd 2009 POLICY - Congestion Chapter Meeting (Melbourne) Congestion Chapter members will meet for a workshop proudly hosted by VicRoads. Chief Executive Gary Liddle will be attending. Friday February 20th 2009 Boardroom Luncheon with Minister Tim Pallas (Melbourne) By Invitation. Roads Australia members will enjoy an intimate boardroom luncheon with Minister Pallas. Proudly sponsored by Thiess. Wednesday February 18th 2009 POLICY - Capacity Chapter Meeting (Brisbane) The next meeting of the Roads Australia Capacity Policy Chapter is proudly sponsored by the Queensland Department of Main Roads. Monday February 16th 2009 Boardroom Luncheon with Mr Les Wielinga, RTA (Sydney) By Invitation. Roads Australia members will enjoy a boardroom luncheon with Mr Les Wielinga. Proudly sponsored by HMS Civils. Tuesday February 10th 2009 Board Dinner with Minister Daley, NSW Minister for Roads (Sydney) By Invitation. Board Members and invited Roads Australia members enjoy an intimate dinner with Minister Daley. Proudly sponsored by Leighton Contractors. Tuesday February 3rd 2009 POLICY - Congestion Chapter Planning Meeting (Brisbane) By Invitation. Key Congestion Chapter Members will meet for a planning meeting. Proudly sponsored by Queensland Main Roads. Friday January 30th 2009 Policy Meeting - Capacity Group (Sydney) The 1st meeting of the Capacity Policy group has been set. Proudly sponsored by RTA NSW Friday December 12th 2008 Roads Australia Christmas Luncheon with Minister Mickel (Brisbane) Online bookings have closed. Contact Sarah Hendy for any last minute bookings 03 9821 5255. Wednesday December 3rd 2008 AGM & Roads Australia Christmas Luncheon (Sydney) Online bookings have closed. Contact Sarah Hendy for any last minute bookings 03 9821 5255. Tuesday December 2nd 2008 Roads Australia Christmas Luncheon with the Hon Tim Pallas, Minister for Roads and Ports (Melbourne) SORRY WE ARE NOW SOLD OUT. Book Early for your next event so you don't miss out. Proudly sponsored by Leighton Contractors. Tuesday November 18th 2008 Roads Australia Forum (Brisbane) A one day "state of the nation" meeting for industry leaders. Held every 6 mths, always booked out. The Hon Warren Pitt, Minister for Main Roads and Local Government - the keynote speaker over lunch. Sponsored by Queensland Main Roads. Tuesday September 30th 2008 RA Special Policy Meeting (Brisbane) A special meeting of the policy chapters will convene. This meeting is proudly sponsored by Maunsell. Monday September 29th 2008 Roads Australia Congestion Policy Meeting (Brisbane) The Congestion Policy Chapter will meet to pursue congestion discussions. Proudly sponsored by Queensland Main Roads. Thursday September 11th 2008 Policy Luncheon with DTEI (Adelaide) Roads Australia members will meet with Senior Officers from DTEI to discuss the policy cooperation with Roads Australia and our members. By Invitation. Wednesday September 10th 2008 Hon Tim Pallas, Victorian Minister for Roads and Ports (Melbourne) Boardroom luncheon with Tim Pallas for Roads Australia members. Proudly sponsored by Boral. By Invitation. Tuesday August 26th 2008 ROADS AUSTRALIA LAUNCH with Minister Albanese Federal Infrastructure and Transport Minister, Anthony Albanese, will officially launch Roads Australia at a gala lunch. Not many seats left. Proudly sponsored by Pioneer Road Services Wednesday August 20th 2008 ARF Meeting of Policy Chapters The Policy Chapters will have their 2nd meeting to progress discussions on sustatinability, capacity and congestion. Proudly sponsored by SKM. Tuesday August 19th 2008 Hon Justin Madden, Minister for Planning (Melbourne) The Minister will address the luncheon on Victorian road related issues and agendas. Please contact Rachael rachael@roads.org.au or 03 5942 7222 for any last minute bookings. Proudly sponsored by ConnectEast. Tuesday August 5th 2008 Lunch with Gary Liddle, CEO, VicRoads (Melbourne) Boardroom lunch with the CEO of VicRoads. Proudly sponsored by Clayton Utz. By Invitation. Tuesday July 29th 2008 Hon Paul Lucas MP, Deputy Premier, Minister for Infrastructure and Planning (Brisbane) BOOKINGS NOW CLOSED - Contact Rachael Rooney 03 5942 7878 for any last minute bookings. Proudly sponsored by the Gateway Upgrade Project Tuesday July 22nd 2008 Lunch with Jim Hallion, Chief Executive, DTEI (Adelaide) Lunch with Jim Hallion a member of the Infrastructure Australia Advisory Council and Chief Executive of DTEI. By invitation Proudly sponsored by Fulton Hogan. Friday July 18th 2008 ARF Policy Meeting (Sydney) ARF has launched a new major policy initiative. We are looking to draw on members’ expertise to encourage positive change in the industry and the community. Proudly sponsored by RTA. Members only. Tuesday July 15th 2008 EastLink Pre Opening Bus Tour (Melbourne) Pre-opening tour of EastLink by invitation. Thursday June 26th 2008 ARF Annual National Roads Summit & John Shaw Dinner (Sydney) Tickets still available for Summit attendees. The John Shaw Dinner is SOLD OUT. Tuesday June 17th 2008 His Excellency Dr Ken Michael AC, Governor of Western Australia (Perth) ARF are delighted to announce Dr Michael will address an ARF industry luncheon. Dr Michael is a previous John Shaw Medalist and one of the industry's most significant state and national leaders. Macmahon are proudly sponsoring this event. Wednesday May 21st 2008 Hon Patrick Conlon, Minister for Roads (Adelaide) This event is FULL. If you are interested in attending, contact Rachael as there may be last minute cancellations. Wednesday May 14th 2008 Tim Pallas, Victorian Minister for Roads & Ports (Melbourne) Board room lunch by invitation to members. Hosted by Fulton Hogan. Thursday April 24th 2008 ARF Forum Sydney A one day "state of the nation" meeting for the industry's leaders. Held every six months and always booked out. This meeting is generously sponsored by Caterpillar. Tuesday April 15th 2008 Eric Roozendaal - NSW Minister for Roads (Sydney) Board room dinner by invitation to members. Hosted by Baulderstone Hornibrook Monday April 14th 2008 Lunch with Howard Ronaldson - Melbourne Board room lunch by invitation to members. Hosted by Abigroup. Friday March 7th 2008 SYDNEY - ARF ANNUAL LUNCH - WITH WAL KING ARF's keynote lunch for the year, with a speaker to match - Wal King, Chief Executive of Leighton Holdings. The lunch will be preceded by the ARF AGM at 11.30. Lunch generously sponsored by B.R.Durham and Sons. Tuesday December 11th 2007 The ARF Forum Every six months ARF convenes a Forum of industry leaders for a one day "state of the nation" review. This will be the first time the Forum has convened in Queensland. Friday November 16th 2007 LUNCH WITH MARTIN FERGUSON - MELBOURNE An exciting lunch with the Shadow Minister for Transport, Roads and Tourism in the lead-up to the federal election. Hosted jointly with the Victorian Civil Construction Industry Alliance. Thursday September 27th 2007 Melbourne - Lunch with Minister for Roads & Ports, Tim Pallas The new Victorian Minister for Roads and Ports, Tim Pallas, will join us for lunch at the spectacular Point restaurant at Albert Park Lake. Guests welcome. Thursday August 16th 2007 Brisbane - Lunch with Alan Tesch ARF holds regular members only lunches with decision makers. This lunch is with the Director-General of Queensland Main Roads, Alan Tesch. Participation is strictly limited. Sponsored by Queensland Motorways. Tuesday July 17th 2007 Perth - Lunch with Menno Henneveld An opportunity to meet at a single table over lunch with the Commissioner for Main Roads of Western Australia. Limited to members only. Enquiries to Ian Webb (03) 9821 5255. Be quick. Thursday June 28th 2007 ARF National Roads Summit 2007 and John Shaw Awards Dinner The ARF Summit is the peak gathering for Australia’s road industry & includes the ARF dinner on 19 June. Our sponsors are Hyder Consulting and ARRB Group. The dinner sponsor is Boral. Tuesday June 19th 2007 Adelaide - Boardroom Lunch with Jim Hallion A small board room lunch with the Chief Executive of the Department for Transport, Energy and Infrastructure. Limited to 30 participants. Thursday June 14th 2007 Lunch with Gary Liddle - Chief Executive, VicRoads An exciting industry lunch with the new Chief Executive of VicRoads, Gary Liddle. This is a great chance to congratulate Gary at one of his first lunches with industry since his appointment. Friday June 1st 2007 Boardroom Lunch with Victorian Minister for Roads, Hon Tim Pallas ARF holds regular members only lunches with decision makers. This lunch is with the new Victorian Minister for Roads, Tim Pallas. Limited to twelve people. Sponsored by KBR. FULLY BOOKED Thursday April 12th 2007 ARF Forum 2007 Sponsored by SKM, ARF’s March Forum was yet another sell-out event, attracting representatives from 55 companies and organisations to hear industry leaders discuss the state of roads in Australia. Wednesday March 21st 2007 Bob Atkinson Lunch 2006 (Brisbane) Wednesday December 13th 2006 Christine Nixon Lunch 2006 (Melbourne) Tuesday December 5th 2006 Les Wielinga Lunch 2006 (Sydney) The ARF annual lunch sponsored by Transfield Services was a huge hit with members, who were impressed with the speaker, new RTA Chief Les Weilinga, and also delighted by the view and food at the Royal Motor Yacht Club at Point Piper. Tuesday November 28th 2006 Greg Martin Lunch 2006 (Perth) Friday September 29th 2006 Ted Baillieu Lunch 2006 (Melbourne) Victoria Opposition Leader Ted Baillieu was the guest speaker at a recent ARF lunch held at the Arts Centre in Melbourne and sponsored by Pioneer Road Services. Wednesday September 27th 2006 Patrick Conlon Lunch 2006 (Adelaide) The Minister spoke about his priorities for road transport in South Australia and commented on a range of current issues. The atmosphere was definitely upbeat about prospects for the industry in terms of major projects in the pipeline for South Australia Friday September 1st 2006 ARF Forum 2006 Sydney The September 2006 Forum at the WatersEdge in Sydney was a hit with members, who turned out in force to hear top quality speakers including the NSW Minister for Roads, Federal Minister for Roads and the CEO of Bilfinger Berger Australia. Monday August 21st 2006 Sharan Burrows Lunch Tuesday August 8th 2006 Boardroom Lunch 2006 (1 Aug) Tuesday August 1st 2006 Sharman Stone Lunch 2006 Minister for Workforce Participation, Dr Sharman Stone hit the mark with ARF members and their guests at a recent ARF lunch in Sydney. Dr Stone engaged the audience with her take on what the Federal Government is doing to combat a shrinking workforce. Wednesday July 26th 2006 ARF Summit Conference 2006 (Sydney) The ARF annual Summit is the peak annual gathering for the major stakeholders in Australia’s road industry. Tuesday May 30th 2006 Paul Lucas Lunch 2006 150 industry representatives from 51 organisations attended the Lunch with the Hon.Paul Lucas, Minister for Transport and Main Roads, Queensland at the Stamford Plaza in Brisbane. The lunch was an outstanding success with the Minister drawing the large Thursday May 18th 2006 James Horne Lunch 2006 (2 May Adel) Tuesday May 2nd 2006 John Shaw Dinner 2006 (May) Monday May 1st 2006 Sam Haddad Lunch Wednesday April 19th 2006 ARF Forum 2006 Melbourne On March 8 ARF convened the second meeting of the Forum which functions as the national peak body for stakeholders in the road transport sector. The meeting, sponsored by Boral, was specifically structured to meet the high threshold required by seni Wednesday March 8th 2006 AGM and Michael Taylor (DOTARS) Lunch 2005 88 industry representatives from 38 companies attended the AGM and Lunch with Michael Taylor. Tuesday November 29th 2005 1st ARF Forum 2005 On 29 September ARF convened the first meeting of the Forum which functions as the national peak body for stakeholders in the road transport sector. The meeting, sponsored by Macquarie, was specifically structured to meet the high threshold required b Thursday September 29th 2005 John Brumby Lunch 2005 101 industry representatives from 33 companies attended the ARF luncheon with State Treasurer John Brumby. An excellent presentation and opportunity to network. Tuesday August 2nd 2005 David Anderson and John Shaw Award Lunch 2005 115 industry representatives from 44 companies attended the ARF luncheon with David Anderson, Chief Executive of VicRoads. The John Shaw Road Transport Medal is awarded by the Australian Road Forum for meritorious contributions to the Roads of Australi Tuesday July 5th 2005 John Shaw Dinner 2005 170 industry leaders from 71 road transport companies and organisations attended the official summit dinner on 22 March. The evening included the 2005 John Shaw award, a special award to Shell and a stimulating address by the Hon Paul Lucas, Minister Tuesday March 22nd 2005 Prof Phil Charles and David Wright 2005 66 industry representatives from 26 companies attended the ARF luncheon with Professor Phil Charles on Brisbane's Infrastructure Needs. Excellent timing of the lunch allowed guests to obtain a greater insight into the new Gateway Project provide by Dav Thursday February 24th 2005 BDW Industrial Manslaughter Lunch 2005 78 industry representatives from 25 companies were enlightened with the new laws and it's impact regarding Industrial Manslaughter. Tuesday February 22nd 2005 Graeme Johnstone Lunch 2005 58 industry representatives from 15 companies enjoyed the Graeme Johnstone's address on road safety. Tuesday February 8th 2005 Carl Scully Lunch 2004 A refreshing approach to an ARF lunch Carl Scully - NSW Minister for Roads 123 industry representatives from 47 companies enjoyed the refreshing format that Minister Scully presented on November 3 regarding roads. The Minister opened the entire Wednesday November 3rd 2004 Brisbane Panel Lunch 2004 70 industry representatives from 26 companies attended the workshop on September 28 on whether Brisbane's roads are "headed in the right direction". Tuesday September 28th 2004 Melbourne Panel Lunch 2004 80 industry representatives from 33 companies attended the workshop on September 21 on whether Melbourne's roads are "headed in the right direction". Presentations from the panelists generated a lively debate. Tuesday September 21st 2004 Sydney Panel Lunch 2004 137 industry representatives from 46 companies attended the workshop on 4 August on whether Sydney's roads are "headed in the right direction". Presentations from the panelists generated a lively debate. Wednesday August 4th 2004 Peter Batchelor Lunch 2004 100 people attended the luncheon held at the Melbourne Town Hall on Thursday 10th June to hear the Minister speak on current road issues and challenges ahead for the Victorian road infrastructure. Thursday June 10th 2004 Paul Lucas Lunch 2004 The Australian Road Federation was pleased with the success of the luncheon with the Hon Paul Lucas, Minister for Transport and Roads, which was held in Brisbane on the 19th of May 2004. This lunch was kindly sponsored by Queensland Main Roads. Saturday May 1st 2004 John Shaw Award Dinner 2004 (Feb) Sunday February 1st 2004 ARF Summit Conference 2004 (Feb) Sunday February 1st 2004 ARF Participants Workshop 2003 (Nov) Saturday November 1st 2003 ARF Summit Conference 2005 Thursday January 1st 1970 Ian Campbell Dinner (June 17) Thursday January 1st 1970 Board Meeting (Oct 7) Thursday January 1st 1970 J Shaw Recipients Lunch (7 Oct) Thursday January 1st 1970 M Frost Lunch 2000 Thursday January 1st 1970 Council Meeting (June 18) Thursday January 1st 1970 Max Moore Wilton Lunch (Aug 24) Thursday January 1st 1970