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2006 Lifetime Achievement Award in the betterment of the Transport and Logistics industry
In 2006 there were two presentations to members who have contributed
significantly to either Institute over many years.
Inaugural Winners 2006: Lifetime Achievement Awards were made by the Chartered Institute of Logistics
and Transport (CILTA) to Allan Meares of Queensland Transport and William Harris
OAM, who has been an active member of the Institute since 1964.
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The Supply Chain & Logistics Association of Australia (SCLAA) and the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport Australia (CILTA) proudly partnered to present the Australian Supply Chain and Logistics Awards in Perth, Western Australia at the end of 2006. Both associations would like to extend their sincerest gratitude to the following companies as without them the Awards evening could not have been made possible. Crown lift trucks, Dexion, Dematic, Loscam, MACK trucks and Supply Chain Review. The partnership of the SCLAA and CILTA, the two pre-eminent associations representing professionals working in, and in support of, the Supply Chain and Logistics Industries, make these proud and historic Awards unambiguously the most prestigious and influential in the Industry.
Chairman of the judging panel, John Edhouse, says the "extraordinary high standard of submissions from every state showed the industry was in good shape".
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After the awards CILTA president John West announced his organisation would hold another conference and awards in partnership with the SCLAA, in 2007 in Melbourne.
"Because of the success of this event in bringing the industry together and raising the profile and issues in Logistics, we have agreed to hold this event jointly in 2007," West says.
"We hope to develop these two organisations together to lead transport and Logistics in our country."
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2006 Transport and Logistics Achievement of the Year Award
Winner 2006: Oakey State High School, in Queensland
For their efforts in adopting the transport
careers project, encouraging students to do
work experience and training with transport
and Logistics companies.
The purpose of this award is to acknowledge
an outstanding, innovative contribution to a
development in the transport and Logistics
industries by an organisation or an individual.
The nomination will clearly describe the
nature of the achievement or proposal, the
circumstances in which it was put into effect,
the extent of the individual involvement, the
scale of the application, the results achieved
and the significance of the achievement.
The nominations covered a diverse range
of achievements including road, rail, air and
secondary education providers.
This was a difficult and challenging
category to judge with such a broad range
of nominations that required the judges to
consider a number of very different innovative
contributions to the industry.
The key focus of this award is to
acknowledge an outstanding, innovative
contribution to a development in the transport
and Logistics industry. The nominations were
of a very high standard and all nominees are
to be commended.
The Oakey State High School nomination
developed a program to allow young
people direct from secondary school to
enter the industry under traineeships and
apprenticeships with local businesses under a
partnership arrangement.
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2006 Transport and Logistics Achiever of the Year Award
Winner 2006: Robert Harris from TNT Logistics
The aim of this award is to encourage and
acknowledge the outstanding achievement of
an individual who is actively working in an
organisation within and/or the transport and
Logistics industries.
The award is not limited to a particular
discipline in transport or Logistics but may
relate to areas including, but not limited
to, engineering, planning, policy, Logistics,
finance, administration or management.
The nominations for this award were based
on outstanding achievement of an individual
in transport & Logistics.
The competition was close with some
outstanding nominations being received.
All finalists met the criteria and are to be
complimented on their submissions.
Robert Harris, from TNT Logistics,
demonstrated an ability to bring together
a wide range of services both locally and
internationally and using his skills, providing
a significantly improved solution for the
client and secured a long term contract for his
employer.
2006 Mack Trucks Australia Young Transport and Logistics
Professional Award
Winner 2006: Rhiannon Russell from Western Australia
The purpose of this award is to provide
incentive for, and recognition of, achievement
of individuals who are actively involved in
day-to-day operations and development of a
transport or Logistics organisation in Australia.
The award is not limited to a particular
discipline in transport or Logistics but may
relate to areas including, but not limited to,
engineering, planning, policy, Logistics, finance,
administration or management. Candidates
must be under 30 years of age as at 30th June
in the year of nomination.
The eight finalists are all worthy winners
of this award and all of them met the
requirements for this award. With less than
5 points separating the first four, the judges
were very impressed with the quality of the
submissions and the candidates and had a
challenging task to identify the winner.
Rhiannon Russell demonstrated high
leadership qualities, an ability to implement
and manage projects and programs with
a high level of creativeness whilst making
a significant contribution to the Logistics
industry. A mature person, Rhiannon has
provided benefits to the industry in the
professional and personal development areas
of activities and has the passion, attributes and
capacity to be an outstanding ambassador for
the industry.
THE FINALISTS WERE:Scott Britton QLD
Jessica Brocklebank NSW
James Griffiths NSW
Evan Knapp SA
Matthew McKibbin NSW
Rhiannon Russell WA
Ben Stokes VIC
Michael Williams WA
THE FINALISTS WERE:Phil Baker SA
Matthew Collins NSW
Robert Harris VIC
THE FINALISTS WERE:Adelaide Airport Ltd SA
Oakey State High School QLD
Queensland Rail National QLD
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2006 Environmental Excellence Award (H.A. Ritchie Trophy)
Winner 2006: Veolia Environmental Services
For their project to turn green waste into
energy.
For significant achievement in any area
of environmental concern including traffic
congestion, packaging or waste disposal,
recycling, and energy consumption.
Achievement in the specific application and in
its wider applicability must be demonstrated
thereby promoting environmental best
practice.
The judges decided that there were only
two nominations that met the criteria for
this award which is based on a significant
achievement in any area of environmental
concern.
The winner, in collaboration with their
business partners, has developed a process to
utilise environmentally unsound infrastructure
to convert green waste into energy.
Veolia Environmental Services
demonstrated an ability to bring together
a wide range of technologies and services
both locally and internationally to provide
a significantly improved solution in the
reduction of waste through the utilisation of
waste to produce energy.
2006 Information Management Award (Len Smith Trophy)
Winner 2006: Sunshine Technologies
For their world-first id-DNA RFID solution
for pathology.
For significant achievement in the use of
communications, information management,
technology and e-business in any aspect of
Logistics and Supply Chain management, with
particular regard to the added value produced
by the achievement.
The judging panel received a number of
very interesting nominations to review. They
included unique applications of voice picking
technologies, new key performance indicator
(KPI) reporting processes, applications for
mobile devices, modelling techniques for
vehicle stability and RFID products.
In addition to the normal judging criteria,
the judges also weighted their decision on
submissions that showed both a high degree of
innovation/collaboration and that indicated a
strong commercial return on investment.
Sunshine Technologies demonstrated
that collaboration between two parties has
combined RFID technology with DNA profiling
to provide a unique and innovative solution
to track and trace forensic samples in their
Supply Chain.
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2006 Storage and Handling of Materials Award (Comino Trophy)
Winner 2006: Repco for their Queensland Distribution Centre
For significant achievements in the
techniques and technology of materials
storage and handling at any stage of the
Supply Chain.
Technology covers equipment and design
techniques, including facilities design, and
associated information and control systems.
Improvements and/or innovation with
particular regard to impact on organisational
objectives and to contribution to the wider
field of materials storage and handling must
be demonstrated.
The submissions came from both industrial
companies and retailers and presented the
judges with a wide range of storage and
materials achievements in the techniques
and technology applied in the materials and
storage elements of Supply Chain operations.
All of the nominations presented new
techniques and demonstrated the positive
impact on the use of the selected technologies
on their business and the impact on customers
and suppliers.
Repco demonstrated the value and impact
their new distribution centre materials
handling and storage processes which had
a key role in reducing their operating costs,
increasing productivity with higher service
levels and reduced inventory.
THE FINALISTS WERE:Agilistics Pty Ltd VIC
Queensland Rail QLD
Sunshine Technologies QLDTHE FINALISTS WERE:Dick Smith Electronics NSW
Repco Qld Distribution Centre QLD
The Reject Shop VIC
THE FINALISTS WERE:Sydney Ports Corporation NSW
Veolia Environmental Services NSW
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2006 Supply Chain Management Award (Doug Beattie Trophy)
Winner 2006: Virgin Blue for re-engineering their Supply Chain
For significant achievement in managing the
integration of Supply Chains.
This could be functional integration within
an organisational Supply Chain or more
widely across Supply Chains involving several
organisations that have formed trading
partnerships or alliances. Collaboration
and added value across the Supply Chain,
achievements gained through outsourcing and
the development of new business models could
also be demonstrated.
The judging panel received a wide range
of different submissions to consider. The
nominations came from government agencies,
Logistics providers and retailers.
The key focus of this award is the management
of integration of Supply Chains and all
submissions were of the highest quality.
Virgin Blue demonstrated the value and impact
their re-engineered Supply Chain has had on
their business and on their customers.
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2006 Manufacturing Logistics Award (John Thompson Trophy)
Winner 2006: TNT Logistics (Australia) Pty Ltd and Mitsubishi Motors Australia Limited for their parts distribution collaboration.
For significant achievement in any aspect of
Logistics associated with manufacturing, with
particular regard to the effect on cost and
efficiency of the total manufacturing process
and the integrated Supply Chain.
This may include the design or process
re-engineering of Logistics flows in
manufacturing facilities, integrating Supply
Chains, plant layout, forecasting and
scheduling production.
In the opinion of the judges there was only
one entry that met the criteria and after close
scrutiny, the judges considered that this entry
was indeed worthy of this award.
The winning submission was a joint
nomination between a service provider and
their client which demonstrated the benefits of
a close and open working relationship between
the two parties the realised a significantly
improved solution for the client at lower
cost and further secured this close long term
working arrangement.
THE FINALISTS WERE:Department of Innovation,
Industry & Regional Development VIC
Queensland Rail National NSW
Virgin Blue QLD
2006 Training Education and Development Award (Peter Gilmour Trophy)
Winner 2006: Victoria's Department of Innovation, Industry and Regional
Development For their support of industry research,
training programs and career forums.
For significant achievement in any aspect of
training, education, or the development of people
which is relevant to Logistics and the Supply
Chain. This can cover formal education through
a tertiary institution, in-company training,
training provided by a registered training
organisation or private training. Professional
development can be demonstrated at any level.
The nominations came from government
agencies, Logistics providers, industry
associations and secondary education providers.
The scope, breadth and application of
the nominations provided the judges with a
challenging task to identify a clear winner.
The key focus of this award is a significant
achievement in any aspect of training, education
or people development in the Logistics and
Supply Chain. All submissions were of the
highest quality.
Victoria's Department of Innovation, Industry
and Regional Development demonstrated the
value and opportunity for people at all levels
to undertake a career in the Logistics and
Supply Chain industry with clear direction to
all potential new employees across the whole
Supply Chain at all levels.
THE FINALISTS WERE:Department of Innovation,
Industry & Regional Development VIC
Department of Public Works QLD Purchasing QLD
TNT Logistics (Australia) Pty Ltd QLDFrom Andrew David, Virgin Blue Chief Operating Officer: "Winning such a prestigious award is a clear recognition of the high quality of Virgin Blue's team. Personally I am very pleased, this is an outstanding result. We have come a very long way from three years ago when it was all hands to the pump.The list of achievements this year is long and impressive." From Radar: "Receiving the award is recognition for endless hard work by a lot of people. The supply chain management changes that have been implemented during the past 3 years link Virgin Blue's strategic objectives to the day-to-day business, and importantly, provide the cornerstone for future growth. Since the award, Virgin Blue announced that it will introduce a fleet of Embraer E170 and E190 jets to complement the Boeing existing fleet. The supply chain business process transformation that has been achieved and which continues to take place will ensure the new fleet is successfully entered into service."
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Rhiannon Russell from
SKM was awarded with
the Australian Young
Transport and Logistics
Professional Award, sponsored
by Mack Trucks. The purpose
of this award is to “encourage
and acknowledge outstanding
achievement of an individual
working in the transport and/or
Logistics industry.”
Rhiannon won the state award
in 2005 and was assessed by a
panel of judges against finalists
from other states through a
written submission and interview
process for the national awards.
The judging panel said Rhiannon
demonstrated high leadership
qualities, an ability to implement
and manage projects and programs
with a high level of creativeness
whilst making a significant
contribution to the transport and
Logistics industry. She was also
assessed as providing benefits to
the industry in professional and
personal development activities
and has the passion, attributes
and capacity to be an outstanding
ambassador for the industry.
Rhiannon said she was very
pleasantly surprised by her win
given the impressive field of
finalists from around Australia.
Rhiannon completed her
Bachelor of Science Degree with
First Class Honours in Sustainable
Development in 2003. During her
university studies, she developed a
particular interest in the potential
for a sustainable transport
network in Perth, supported by
a sustainable pattern of urban
growth and development. Her
effort and enthusiasm was proven
when she was presented with the
Minister’s Award for Planning
Excellence for her thesis on
transit-oriented development and
the Perth to Mandurah rail line.
Rhiannon entered the transport
industry as a research assistant
with the Department for Planning
and Infrastructure in 2003 and is
currently working as a transport
planner at the global professional
consultancy firm Sinclair Knight
Merz (SKM). Rhiannon consults to
both private and public sectors on
transport matters ranging from
impact assessment to strategic
policy for passenger and freight
transport.
As is evident from her research
and recent project work, Rhiannon
is particularly interested in the
relationship between land use
and transport and how this may
be influenced to produce more
sustainable outcomes for both
sectors. She sees sustainable
development, and particularly
transport, as a critical element
in Australia for this and future
generations and says it is this
ability to have a genuine impact
that makes her so interested in
working within the transport
sector.
Rhiannon is involved in the
WA section of the Future Leaders
Group (supported by CILTA and
SCLAA), which helps to promote
the transport industry to other
young people entering or already
in the workforce. Through
this group, she welcomes the
opportunity to speak to young
people about her experience within
the fields of transport planning
and sustainability and wishes to
“encourage students to consider the wide scope of employment within the transport sector, its importance to our urban areas and economy and the opportunity to make a tangible difference to the city they live in.”
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Supply Chain WA 2006,
held in Perth, was well
attended by delegates
from local and interstate.
There were a variety of trade
exhibitions showcasing a diverse
range of organisations and projects
in the Supply Chain and transport
industry. In particular the fresh
juice stand was well visited and a
refreshing break from traditional
displays.
The Conference was opened
by John Elliot, General Manager
from DOTARS, presenting the
significance of AusLink in
providing National funding to
address the growing freight
demand in WA. Greg Martin,
Director General of DPI, suitably
followed with his opening address
on Government priorities in
supporting the development of
Supply Chain and Logistics in WA.
The sessions across the three
streams covered the broad aspects
of the Supply Chain and transport
industry and reflected the issues
and challenges present today. The
panel sessions were well attended
and provided a great forum to hear
industry leaders discuss arising
issues and the future trends.
Besides the technical aspects,
the Conference provided an
excellent opportunity to build
networks with people across the
industry. It was encouraging to
see the promotion of young people
in the transport and Logistics
industry, with representatives
from each State attending
the Conference. They took the
opportunity to hold a National
committee meeting for the new
Future Leaders Forum (supported
by CILTA and SCLAA), making
plans for an exciting year ahead.
After two full days of
hearing technical seminars and
contemplating industry issues,
it was great to be treated to
an extravaganza of food and
entertainment at the Gala Dinner.
Everyone dressed to impress and
the three waiters certainly made
quite an impression. The night
was particularly celebrated by the
winners of the Australian Supply
Chain and Logistics Awards. A
special mention needs to be made
about our very own Rhiannon
Russell who won the Mack Trucks
Young Achiever’s Award. Rhiannon
was quite surprised given the
impressive field of finalists from
around Australia. Well done
Rhiannon!
Rhiannon with award
The success of the inaugural
Supply Chain WA Conference was
a testimony to the joint efforts of
SCLAA and CILTA and the hard
work behind the scenes are to be
commended.
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Western Australian Section
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February • 6th: Logistics Lounge• 15th: Breakfast Briefing
March• 6th : Logistics Lounge• 22nd: Site Visit
April• 3rd: Logistics Lounge • 19th: Breakfast Briefing
May• 1st: Logistics Lounge• 17th: Sundowner
June• 5th: Logistics Lounge• 21st: Site Visit
July• 3rd: Logistics Lounge• 19th: Breakfast Briefing
August• 7th: Logistics Lounge• 23rd: Annual General Meeting
September• 4th: Logistics Lounge• 22nd: Golf Day At the Vines
October• 2nd: Logistics Lounge• 20th: Site Visit
November• 17th: State Transport & Logistics Awards Day at Ascot
December• 4th: Logistics Lounge• Christmas Function
Following the success
of last year’s Transport
Expo, 2007 renamed event
– the Perth Truck and
Trailer Show - is tipped to be even
bigger and better. The 2007 show
will be held at the Perth Exhibition
Centre from July 27th to 29th.
This will be the first time the
event will be held at this premier
venue and will allow exhibitors
more room to better display their
products and merchandise with
more flexibility and ease of access
for bump in and out.
Visitor numbers increased
significantly when the Perth
Motor Show first changed to this
audience-drawing venue. Visitor
surveys also indicated increased
levels of satisfaction coupled with
a longer average visit time; the
Perth Truck and Trailer show is
expecting similar results.
Expressions of interest for
possible display space are urgently
invited.
Applicants will be sent a
prospectus and exhibitor details
pack.
The organiser of the event is
comprised of members of the
Commercial Vehicle Industry
who understand your needs
and requirements. This really
is a unique event organised by
the transport industry, for the
transport industry and we hope to
see you there!
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2007 Perth Truck & Trailer Show Organised by the transport industry for the transport industry
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A fantastic time was had
by all at the Transport
Industry Gala Dinner
and Awards night at the
Parmelia Hilton in Perth.
The Awards have now been
running for over 10 years and
cover various industry categories,
all made possible by the sponsors
– BP; CGU; WA Driver Recruitment;
DOCEP Resources Safety; Max
Winkless Volvo and NTI – who
support the industry and recognise
its increased professionalism.
NominationsAnyone involved within the
transport industry can be
nominated for an award. A
nomination form addressing the
selection criteria is first sent to
the Transport Forum of WA and
once this has been assessed by the
judges, the top three or four are
chosen and invited to interview
with the panel, which then leads
onto further assessment as the
judges make their decision. The
panel is made up of people
within the transport industry
and regulatory bodies – from WA
Police, Main Roads WA, DOCEP
Resources Safety, WorkSafe and the
Public Transport Authority.
Although the Transport Forum
organises and runs the awards,
it does not have a say in the final
outcome and the judges’ decision
is final.
These are the Award winners
and runners up who have
been deemed as exceptional
representatives for the transport
industry:
• BP Professional Driver of the
Year went to Mr Don Messenger
of Spartan Freightlines and the
runner up was Anthony
Bakranich from Cape Crushing.
• CGU School and Community
Bus Driver of the Year went to
Mr Lance Paterson of
Shepherdson Transport and the
runner-up was Cheryl Cheetam.
• WA Driver Recruitment
Operations Excellence Award
went to Mr Norm Higgins of
Jetstyle Express and the
runner-up was Dave Walters of
Sadleirs.
• DOCEP Resources Safety DG
Safe Driver of the Year Award
went to Mr Nick Kramer of
Coogee Chemicals and the
runner-up was Dennis Treasure,
also from Coogee Chemicals.
• Max Winkless Volvo
Outstanding Contribution to
the WA Road Transport
Industry Award went to Mr
Max O’Dea and the runners-
up were Stewart Beard of WA
Freightlines Group and Heather
Jones of Success Transport.
• NTI WA Transport Woman of
the Year Award went to Ms
Karen-Maree’ Kaye of Westcoast
Print and Promotions and the
runner-up was Cathi Payne of
Payne Haulage.
Each Award winner took home
a cheque for $1000 plus a crystal
gift, Award-specific number plates,
a certificate and their name will go
on an honour board, located at the
Transport Forum of WA.
CongratulationsDon Messenger, who picked up
the BP Professional Driver of the
Year award, says he was pleased to
have won the award after 26 years
in the industry, driving various
applications over more than
seven million kilometres. Don’s
commitment to customer service
and going that extra mile held him
in good stead for the award.
Don has been surprised by the
attention the award has brought
him, but he thinks the more
attention brought to the awards,
the better.
“Company’s should be promoting
the awards internally to promote
higher standards,” says Don.
Don and wife Carol – winner
of the NTI WA Transport Woman
of the Year in 2001– say the
personalised number plates are
a great tool in raising awareness
of the awards and promoting the
transport industry in a positive
light as they attract so much
attention and raise questions as to
their origins.
Coogee Chemicals had a
successful evening with driver
Nick Kramer winning the DOCEP
Resources Safety DG Safe Driver
of the Year award, with work mate
Dennis Treasure hot on his heels
as the runner-up.
“Coogee Chemicals is
thrilled the drivers have the
opportunity to be rewarded for
their professionalism,” said Rob
Hennessey, Transport Manager for
Coogee Chemicals.
“We are glad to have drivers
of such a high standard… This
company demands the best and
most dedicated drivers who are
mindful of the products they carry.
We get some of the best drivers
and then provide additional
training, but it is the drivers’
attitudes to their work that makes
the difference.”
Transport & Machinery
magazine’s Karen was also
honoured, although very modest
about her win.
“It was really unexpected,” she
said.
“I would like to thank the
Transport Forum of WA and the
NTI, as well as the judges for
choosing me and Nancy Malasits
- T&M’s features co-ordinator - for
nominating me.”
The award was suitable
acknowledgement for Karen’s hard
work and dedication. Having been
actively involved in the transport
industry for almost a decade,
publishing Transport & Machinery
magazine for the past nine years,
arranging the SuperTrucks at
Barbagallo and helping initiate
industry expositions for the
public, Karen knows the issues
the transport industry faces and
continually strives to promote the
industry in a positive light.
“I want people in the industry to
know that I am here by choice and
I am committed to the industry
and its people. Transport and
Machinery is a publication for the
industry and I want readers to
know we are here to help. I really
do care and my door is always
open.“
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SCLAA QLD things to do
2nd & 3rd August 2007Sofi tel Hotel
January • Logistics Lounge: Cricketers Club• Site Visit: Visy Plastic Brendale
February• Site Visit: Goodman Fielder• Workshop: the Future of Outsourcing and Contracting in your Supply Chain
March• Logistics Lounge: Cricketers Club• Seminar: Plastics in Packaging Workshop: Best Practice
April• Site Visit: Super Cheap• Workshop: How to use Scenario Planning and Alliances to develop your adaptive Supply Chain strategy and operations
May• Workshop: Best Practice Procurement• Site Visit: Queensland Rail
June• Site Visit: Western Star Trucks• Seminar: Manufacturing in Qld
July• Site Visit: Qantas Flight Catering• Seminar: For RAAF• Seminar: Packaging and the Environment • Site Visit: Pyx Labels
2nd & 3rd August• Queensland Supply Chain & Logistics Conference Sofitel Hotel
September• Site Visit: Smith's Chips • Annual Charity Golf Day
October• Workshop: Inventory Management • Site Visit: Aperio Plastic Films • Site Visit: Snap Fresh
November• Site Visit: Woolworths• Site Visit: Oz-Clean
December• Christmas Function
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The SCLAA Members in Queensland had the opportunity to hear from
Natalie Cook, Olympic Gold medallist - Beach Volleyball, and Scott Tronc,
Rugby League State of Origin player at their final event for 2006. A nice way
to relax, wind down and enjoy the networking.
Scott Austin, Managing Director of Sunshine Technologies was awarded the Information Management Award. The award was presented at the SCLAA Queensland Chapter Christmas function as Scott was unable to attend the Awards Dinner in Perth. Natalie Cook, Olympic Gold Medallist for Beach Volleyball and a great supporter of the SCLAA attended the function to present Scott with his award. Natalie posed with Scott who had the privilege of wearing her Gold medal from the Sydney 2000 Olympic Games ... unfortunately, Natalie wouldn't swap awards!
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The SCLAA (VIC) were
fortunate to host an
industry briefing
with guest speaker
Paul Ryan who is a Director of
Investment Research at Goldman
Sachs JBWere, specialising in the
Transport & Beverages Sectors.
Paul gave a fascinating insight
into how the equity markets are
interpreting the dynamic shifts
occurring in the transport sector.
The timing of the breakfast
could not have been better as it
was not only the day that Qantas
announced its acceptance of a
takeover offer from a consortium
lead by Macquarrie Bank, but
it also followed Toll Holdings’
announcement the previous day
of its planned separation of the
Group’s transport infrastructure
assets from its network and
Supply Chain business.
Paul spoke of the recent merger
& acquisition activity in the
transport sector globally and the
high multiples ascribed to some
global purchases. This is partly
as result of relatively low interest
rates and high levels of liquidity in
the market.
Paul advised that they believe
there is still further opportunity
for purchase by Toll Holdings in
Australia as well as overseas.
He also spoke of the success
of Brambles in simplifying its
business structure and future
opportunities in Europe & Nth
America.
While the presentation was a
key focus, the audience were given
a strong opportunity to ask Paul
about what the take out is from
both the Qantas takeover & Toll
Holdings business split.
All in all a great morning in
what we need to remind ourselves
is very much a leading industry
building a competitive advantage
in Australia.
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February
• 2x Logistics Lounges Bells Brewery
& Wheelers Hill Hotel
• Knowledge Development Breakfast
meeting
• Site Visit
March• 2x Logistics Lounges Bells Brewery
& Wheelers Hill Hotel
• Industry Briefing Breakfast
• Member Networking Evenings
April• 2x Logistics Lounges Bells Brewery
& Wheelers Hill Hotel
• Knowledge Development Breakfast
meeting
• Site Visit
May• 2x Logistics Lounges Bells Brewery
& Wheelers Hill Hotel
June
• 2x Logistics Lounges Bells Brewery
& Wheelers Hill Hotel
• Knowledge Development Breakfast
meeting
• Site Visit
July• 2x Logistics Lounges Bells Brewery
& Wheelers Hill Hotel
• Industry Briefing Breakfast
August• 2x Logistics Lounges Bells Brewery
& Wheelers Hill Hotel
• Knowledge Development Breakfast
meeting
• Site Visit
• Member Networking Evenings
September• 2x Logistics Lounges Bells Brewery
& Wheelers Hill Hotel
October
• 2x Logistics Lounges Bells Brewery
& Wheelers Hill Hotel
• Knowledge Development Breakfast
meeting
• Site Visit
• Industry Briefing Breakfast
November• 2x Logistics Lounges Bells Brewery
& Wheelers Hill Hotel
• Knowledge Development Breakfast
meeting
December• 2x Logistics Lounges Bells Brewery
& Wheelers Hill Hotel
• Site Visit
• Christmas Function
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THE SCLAA IN SA
SCLAA SA 2007 provisional events calendarFebruary • Site visit: Clipsal 12 Park Terrace Bowden
April• Site visit: Star Track Express Grand Junction Road Wingfield
May• Guest speaker breakfast
June• Site visit: Mackenzie Hillebrand Outer Harbour
At a Breakfast Meeting
in late 2006, SCLAA
members and their guests
heard about some of
the infrastructure planning efforts
currently being made at both a State
and National level.
Mr. Bryan Moulds, the National
Executive Director (Sustainable
Growth), for the Property Council
of Australia, gave an entertaining
and motivating point of view of the
critical work being done in ensuring
Australia’s major infrastructure
projects and development policies
support sustainable growth.
Bryan described a series of
existing and planned projects,
some of which did meet
the targeted ‘sustainable
growth’ aims some others
met local needs, but a
different approach could
well have provided a solution
that was more economically
sustainable.
The importance of this policy
advocacy work at State and National
levels cannot be underestimated.
The aims and targets of this type
of work are measured in terms
of sustainability, eco-efficiency
and liveability outcomes from the
built environment for the whole
community. I am sure all readers
would be able to describe major
developments they are familiar with
that meet and some that do not meet,
these goals.
The SCLAA of South Australia
thank Bryan for his enlightening
and entertaining overview of the
activities of the National Property
Council and we wish them well in
their for policy advocacy campaigns
for sustainable infrastructure
developments.
THE SCLAA IN NSW
Planning for Competitive Connections:
■ SCLAA SOUTH AUSTRALIAN NEWS
The SCLAA in New South Wales is in its infancy and we are inviting Supply Chain & Logistics Professionals
& Practitioners to join today! If your company has offices in NSW or if you have sales representatives in
the region then the SCLAA is an ideal association. Simply contact the NSW Secretariat to find out more
and help to develop a strong networking base for the industry in the state.
Join the SCLAA in NSW! ■ SCLAA NEW SOUTH WALES NEWS
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