Join us in the Hunter Valley,
20-24 September 2021
Master Electricians Australia invites you and your family to the 2021 Clean Energy Conference.
Château Élan, located in the heart of the Hunter Valley, is one of NSW’s iconic destinations. Your conference experience will be five-star; from the areas magnificent natural beauty, to some of the finest wineries in Australia.
Enjoy a range of activities from the Greg Norman designed golf course, horse riding and go-carting, to a Segway or electric bike ride through the vineyards. And our winery tour is not to be missed!
Of course, when it comes to a little indulgence NSW’s number one day spa is located within Château Élan. All of this and more is included in your conference experience.
The MEA Conference balances business, networking, mentoring and relaxation.
- Innovation – the latest in clean energy, business development and opportunities
- Leading industry speakers – where the industry is heading, what it means for contractors
- Business coaching, forums and discussions; learn/network with your peers and industry partners
- Pass cost includes all meals/drinks, events and activities detailed in the program
Join us for the 2021 Clean Energy Conference!
Conference Program
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DAY ONE: Monday 20 September
12.00pm – 4.00pm – Conference Registration – Hotel Lobby
12.00pm – 5.00pm – Golf tournament 4 person Ambrose
4.00pm – 5.30pm – WiC social gathering
6.00pm – 8.00pm Welcome Dinner & Drinks – Chateau Elan
Mingle, meet and chat with your fellow delegates over drinks and an evening BBQ
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DAY TWO: Tuesday 21 September
6.00am – 8.00am – Breakfast
9.00am – 10.00am – AGM
10.00am – 10.15am – Powerup Launch
10.15am – 10.45am – Morning Tea
10.45am – 11.30am – Angus Taylor – Hon. Minister for Energy & Emissions Reduction
11.30am – 12.00pm – Gareth O’Reilly – Schneider Zone Pacific President
12.00pm – 12.30 pm – Andrew Dicks, Micro & Nano Tech Griffith University
12.30pm – 1.00pm – Lunch
1.00pm – 3.30 pm – Afternoon Activities
Challenge yourself, enjoy, laugh and get to know your peers.
3.45pm – Bus transfers from Chateau Elan to Hunter Valley Gardens
From 4.00pm – 5.30pm Arrive Hunter Valley Gardens – Tour of Gardens (treasure hunt)
5.30pm – 9.00pm Dinner and rides – Hunter Valley Gardens
Explore the magnificent gardens, ride the Ferris wheel or simply relax with friends.
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DAY THREE: Wednesday 22 September
6.00am – 8.00am – Breakfast
8.30am – 9.00am – Transport to Ben Ean Winery for today’s business sessions
8.00am – 1.30pm – Trade Show Open
9.15am – 9.45am – Steve Hoy – ANOSI
9.45am – 10.15 am – Wilf Johnston – Enphase
10.15am – 10.35am – Morning Tea
10.35am – 12.30pm – Adam Sleigh – Mentoring
12.30pm – 4.00pm – Wine maker talk – Long Degustation Lunch with wine tasting– Ben Ean Winery
A degustation menu paired with the many fine wines of the Hunter region. A relaxing slow lunch providing opportunity to chat with industry leaders, suppliers, manufactures and your peers.
Evening – Free Night
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DAY FOUR: Thursday 23 September
6.00am – 8.00am – Breakfast
9.00am – 9.30am – Ben Barr – AEMC
9.30am – 10.00am – Kane Thornton – CEC
10.00am – 10.20am – Morning tea
10.20am – 11.30am – Panel discussion Matt Jones – John Horan, Tony Arnold, Troy Smith
11.30am – 12.30pm – Keynote Speaker – Matina Jewell
12.30pm – 1.00pm Lunch
1.00pm – 5.00pm – Activities
Challenge yourself, enjoy, laugh and get to know your peers.
7.00pm – 11.00pm – Gala Dinner, Château Élan
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DAY FIVE: Friday 24 September
6.00am – 8.00am – Breakfast
Conference concludes.
Conference Activities
The Hunter Valley is an amazing destination, with the perfect mix of relaxation, adventure, food and wine to enjoy day and night. Enjoy your spare time whilst soaking up the sights on our conference activities.
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Rug Rat and Teen Program
The Rug Rat Pass is designed for children aged 3-12 years, providing in-house activities for the kids to enjoy whilst you attend the conference business sessions. Program times:
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Tuesday
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8.30am – 12.30pm
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Wednesday
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8.00am – 4.30pm
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Thursday
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8.30am – 1.00pm & 6.00pm – 10.30pm
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The Teen Program provides kids aged 13-15 years with access to the full conference program plus an ability to attend the Golf and Tennis clinic.
Pricing
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Standard Member Rate
Conference Pass (no accommodation)Teen (12-15)Rugrat (3-11)$1,295$700$450
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Non-Member Rate
Conference Pass (no accommodation)Teen (12-15)Rugrat (3-11)$1,695$700$450
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Terms and Conditions
General
Passes include all activities listed in the program (accommodation is not included in the pass cost).
Standard room prices are based on twin share or double occupancy. If a roll-away or larger room is required, additional charges will apply. Connecting / adjoining rooms available, subject to availability.There will be a group transfer from Newcastle airport to the hotel on Monday 20 September and return transfer to Newcastle airport on Friday 24 September, no cost. If you arrive/depart outside of these dates, you will need to arrange transfers at your cost. MEA can however provide you the details of transport services. Price excludes airfares.
Payment
A $750 deposit is required at time of booking. Full payment required by 30 April 2021.
Damage and Indemnification
The attendee will be responsible for the loss or destruction, or any damage to, any venue or activity property. All attendees indemnify MEA, its staff and any/all others from any loss or damage arising from their actions.
Alterations to the program, cancellation or postponement of the conference
Conference Program and pricing are subject to change. MEA reserves the right to make alterations to the arrangements of conference/event as published, either before or during the conference/event. Liability will be limited to the registration fee paid by the delegate.
Delegates are encouraged to ensure they have adequate travel insurance in the event of a cancellation. In the event of it being found necessary, for whatever reason, for the conference/event to be postponed or the dates changed, MEA shall not be liable for expenditure, damage or loss incurred by the delegate.
Force Majeure
Should a COVID outbreak prevent MEA proceeding with the conference or registered person/s from attending the conference due to a Government imposed travel ban, neither party shall be held liable and all deposits will be refunded.
Booking Cancellations
Cancellations must be notified in writing to events@masterelectricians.com.au
If a cancellation notice is received prior to 31 March 2021, a refund will be processed less an administration fee of $150 + GST per pass. If a cancellation is received after 31 March 2021 and before 30 June 2020, a 50% refund will be processed, less any supplier cancellation fees.
If a cancellation notice is received after 30 June 2020, no refund will be given for delegate registrations (pass and accommodation).
Master Electricians Association, Queensland Industrial Organisation of Employers – ABN 40 669 256 171
& Master Electricians Association Limited – ACN 163 222 642.
Accommodation Options
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Château Élan Standard Rooms
PriceInclusions$255 p/n AUD2 Full Buffet Breakfasts
Please note all above rooms will be subject to availability.
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Château Élan Spa Suite
A Spa Suite offers full immersion in the world of luxury.
PriceInclusions$265 p/n AUD2 Full Buffet BreakfastsPlease note all above rooms will be subject to availability.
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Château Élan Villa One Bedroom Apartments
Your Villa One-Bedroom Apartment is a luxurious self-contained living space of 96 square metres, with extra-spacious bedroom and bathroom, separate dining area plus a designer kitchen with quality appliances.
PriceInclusions$310 p/n AUD2 Full Buffet BreakfastsPlease note all above rooms will be subject to availability.
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Château Élan Villa Two Bedroom ApartmentsBOOKED OUTThe conjoining of a Villa Studio and Villa One Bedroom Apartment provides 154 square metres of indoor and outdoor living space, perfect for a family or group of friends.
PriceInclusionsBOOKED OUTBOOKED OUTPlease note all above rooms will be subject to availability.
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Grand Mercure Two Bedroom Apartments
The Grand Mercure can provide one king and two single beds or two king beds. Perfect for a family or group of friends.
PriceInclusions$459 p/n AUD4 Full BreakfastsThe Grand Mercure is next door to Château Élan. Price for 4 Nights $1,836.00
Keynote Speakers
We have an exciting guest speaker list who will share their insights and knowledge. This is critical information that will enable you to understand market changes (now and in the future) and position your business to take advantage of the opportunities created by the push to Clean Energy.
And you won’t want to miss hearing Matina Jewell’s story – from serving with the American Navy Seals to working with the United Nations, it’s simply amazing and will leave you feeling both humbled and inspired!
Hon Angus Taylor
The Hon Angus Taylor, Federal Minister for Energy and Emissions Reduction (MP) will discuss Australia’s national plan for clean energy, what this means for our industry and the opportunities it will create.
The Hons Angus Taylor MP became the Minister for Energy from 28/8/2018 to 29/5/2019 and is the current Minister for Energy and Emissions Reduction, commencing his current role on 29/5/2019.
Matina Jewell
Major Matina Jewell (Retired) CSP is an inspirational trailblazer, helping leaders build resilient teams to thrive through change. During her 15 year military career in Australia, Matina:
– Served on five missions and earned eight war medals
– Is the only Australian to receive two Republic of Lebanon war medals for acts of bravery on the battlefield and being wounded in combat
– Was the first Australian women to complete the physically demanding Navy divers’ course
– Served with American Navy Seals
– Tracked-down war lords in the Solomon Islands
– Fast-roped from helicopters and boarded smuggler ships in the Arabian Gulf, and
– Was posted as a peacekeeper with the United Nations in Syria and Lebanon.
More than just another incredible life story, Matina’s provides incredible lessons on leadership and resilience. See why Matina receives standing ovations time-after-time.
Gareth O’Reilly
Gareth O’Reilly, Zone President and Managing Director, Pacific at Schneider Electric.
Gareth will share his insights on the impact to manufacturers and the flow on to product innovations that will take place to meet the opportunities created by changes in the Clean Energy market.
Dr Andrew Dicks
Dr Andrew Dicks has degree in Industrial Chemistry and a PhD in heterogeneous catalysis. In 2001 he took up a Senior Research Fellowship at the University of Queensland focusing on the development of nanomaterials for new energy systems.
In 2006 he joined the CSIRO as Director of the National Hydrogen Materials Alliance. He has been a visiting lecturer at Imperial College, Cranfield, and Warwick universities in the UK, and several universities in the USA and Canada. Andrew has also been engaged by governments in Canada, Sweden and the UK to review their fuel cell and energy research programs. As an independent energy consultant he carries out assignments for companies and funding agencies world-wide.
Andrew has been involved in several collaborative technology developments within Europe and North America, with companies such as Westinghouse, Siemens, ECN, and Ballard Power Systems. He is on the editorial boards of the International Journal of Hydrogen Energy and the Journal of Power Sources.
Wilf Johnston
Wilf is the General Manager for Enphase Australia and is responsible for delivering the leading solar and storage energy platform in the Australian market.
Wilf will share his knowledge of the American and European solar markets, what Australia can expect, new innovations in the pipeline and future solar opportunities for contractors.
Benn Barr
Ben is the Chief Executive of the Australian Energy Market Commission (AEMC), an independent statutory body which makes and amends the energy rules and provides expert energy policy advice.
Benn is well placed to discuss the regulatory environment and in particular how the changing market might impact our industry in the future.
Kane Thornton
Kane Thornton is Chief Executive of the Clean Energy Council, the peak body for the renewable energy and energy storage industry in Australia.
Kane Thornton is Chief Executive of the Clean Energy Council, the peak body for the renewable energy and energy storage industry in Australia.
Kane has more than a decade’s experience in energy policy and leadership in the development of the renewable energy industry. Kane has advocated for and helped design the policies that have been critical to the renewable energy industry’s growth.
His previous roles include senior manager and advisor for Hydro Tasmania and executive officer of Renewable Energy Generators Australia.
Hot offer for early bird bookings
If you have booked your Conference delegate pass before the end of April, make sure you take advantage of our early bird special.
You will be able to access a 50-minute spa massage or facial with a complementary glass of bubbly on arrival for the discounted price of $100.
Please note only one offer per delegate. You can book additional sessions at the spa for 20 per cent off during Conference.
Join us for the 2021 Clean Energy Conference!