This course will provide participants with a fundamental grounding in the Australian gas industry, covering the key technical, commercial and contract aspects of the industry. The course begins with a short review of upstream activities including how natural gas (conventional and coal seam methane gas) is formed, how it is found and produced. A study of the gas transportation network will outline the movement of gas flows around the country, i...

A unique opportunity to receive specific commercial training and scenarios on how to be the lead negotiator from inception to completion of gas sale agreements, gas transportation agreements and joint venture agreements. Key Learning Outcomes: Understand the unique mix of analytical, commercial and interpersonal skills required to be a competent negotiator. Analyse contractual terms, legal obligations, risks and liabilities. Determine the econ...

Discover up to date information about the potential impact of changes to energy prices and your contractual obligations with the potential repeal of the price on carbon, operation of the Emissions Reduction Fund (ERF) and the introduction of the Direct Action Scheme. In this one day course, you will discover critical information and strategies for successful energy procurement and contracting for both electricity and natural gas. Key Learning...

Join leading Australian and international experts who will converge in Sydney in February 2014 to review and discuss the key issues surrounding Australia's national security. The 12th Annual National Security Australia Conference to be held on the 26th and 27th of May at the Sydney Harbour Marriot, Circular Quay is your opportunity to gather with leading national security experts and key industry colleagues.Over the past twelve years this conf...

The conference will examine the climate change initiatives developed under the new Coalition Governmen. Hear the latest developments and gain a full understanding from the experts, as they disclose and clarify key issues surrounding Direct Action.

With significant spending cuts and an emphasis toward the Commonwealth government living within its means, 2014 will be an economically challenging year in a climate of deepening deficit and declining growth, as the mining boom subsides. The impact this will have on the direction of future healthcare reform and its influence on the healthcare system raises several questions.Amongst this economic backdrop, 2014 presents itself as critical year...

The conference will be a mix of case studies and key presentations around the main topics of Health, Education, Employment, Economic Empowerment and Justice. It will bring together Indigenous Community leaders, state and federal government representatives, business and high level academics for a discussion on the issues that continue to challenge development, design and implementation of national policy but also the success of ongoing strategi...

23rd Annual Medico Legal Congress The longest running and most successful medico legal congress in Austrelia. current medico Legal issues and cases to be reviewed and discussed: Health Care Complaints Handling in New South Wales Crossing the Boundaries: From Negligence to Intentional Torts, From Discipline to Crime A Review of First Appellate Judgment on Refusal of Medical Treatment in Australia Patel and the Australian Healthcare System -What...

This event brings together thought leaders and leading practitioners from across the Australian health system to consider the challenges, implications and future directions for health reform. The election of a new Federal government marks a pivotal time for Australias healthcare system. With the Federal Government setting its agenda for health reform, the industry is in a state of uncertainty as speculation grows over changes to health policy...

4th Annual, Hospital Patient Costing Conference, 19 - 20 March 2014 Sydney Harbour Marriott.A Comprehensive Program Covering: Keynote Address: The Importance of Robust Costing to Public Hospital Funding under the National Health Reforms Use of Queensland Patient Costing Data to Inform the IHPA Pricing Model Is The Current Costing Process Appropriate To National Developments? Costing Across the Continuum - Ambulatory Services Empower Managers a...