Welcome to the Australian British Chamber of Commerce’s new monthly E-newsletter.

Major Event Calendar

The highlight event of the year will no doubt be the Centenary Ball, at the Sydney Town Hall on September 2nd, so make sure you put it in the calendar now and get in early when tables go on sale.  Sponsored by Jaguar Land Rover, and the ANZ Bank, it will be a night not to miss!

The Chamber received fantastic news from Centenary Gold Sponsor, BHP Billiton, that Marius Kloppers will address the Chamber in September at the Hilton Hotel in Sydney on the 15th September. The CEO of BHP will only make three public addresses this year and this is the only time he will speak in Australia.

Centenary Gold Members

The Chamber is delighted to welcome on board BHP Billiton and Norton Rose as Centenary Gold Sponsors.

BHP Billiton Leading the Way in supporting the Australian British Chamber of Commerce

BHP Billiton is the world's largest diversified natural resources company, headquartered in Melbourne and listed on the Australian and London stock exchanges. BHP Billiton operates in 25 countries, across over 100 operations and supports nearly 100,000 direct employees and contractors. BHP Billiton has been a major supporter of the Australian British Chamber of Commerce for some years now and is delighted to become its first Centennial Gold Sponsor.

Norton Rose Australia signs on as a centennial partner of the Australian British Chamber of Commerce

Norton Rose Group, a leading international legal practice, entered the Australian market place on 01 January 10.  With existing offices across Europe, the Middle East and Asia Pacific, the group delivers a full business law service with over 1800 lawyers in 30 offices and 23 countries.  We are strong in financial institutions, energy, infrastructure and commodities, transport and technology.  Norton Rose Australia is proud to be a centennial sponsor of the Australian British Chamber of
Commerce.

Governor General Launches the Centenary Year

The Chamber was delighted to have Her Excellency Quentin Bryce AC formally open the Centenary Year at a function at Admiralty House in Sydney. The event was attended by the Chamber’s Board, Principal Sponsors and special guests. The Chairman David Slessar thanked the Governor General for her kind words and support of the Chamber. The Governor General’s address can be read here http://www.gg.gov.au/

2010 Federal Budget: Benchmarking the Budget

The Defence Strategic Reform Program: Where is it Going?

JIM McDOWELL
Managing Director
BAE Systems Australia

Financial Markets Series - Melbourne

With the problems being faced in Europe with Greece, the high value of the $A and China moving back to double digit growth, where does the path lie for Australia’s economic future?

Will China, now Australia’s largest export market, maintain the fire? Will the slowing of bank lending in China pour water on the seemingly insatiable flames of growth? What impact will the slower recovery of the “West” have on the changing nature of our international partnerships?

Panel:
Ivor Ries (Moderator)
EL & C Baillieu
Stephen Bartholomeusz
Business Spectator
Tom Elliott
MM&E Capital
Warren Hogan
Chief Economist, ANZ

The Premier of Victoria and the British High Commissioner

The Hon John Brumby MP, Premier of Victoria and
The Rt Hon Baroness Valerie Amos, British High Commissioner

Celebrating the ABCC Centenary 1910-2010

Australia Vs England Rugby Lunch

Host:
Gordon Bray

Gordon Bray has risen to prominence as one of Australia's leading sports commentators, earning himself the title, "The Voice of Rugby" in Australia over twenty five years.  Join Gordon Bray for lunch and some insights into the Australia vs England rugby series.

Jaguar Australia

This year marks 75 years of the Jaguar name on both road and race cars. As a continuation of this great heritage, Jaguar will be returning to the famed Le Mans 24 hours. With a total of seven wins between 1952 and 1990, Jaguar is the single most successful British make in the race's history. Jaguar's return to Le Mans on June 12th 2010 is on the starting grid with an XKR GT2 run by JaguarRSR.

Just a few years ago Jaguar set out to re-make 'the new Jaguar' by revitalising the model range. Starting with the multi award winning XF, this four door, five seat car has the looks of a coupe and the heart of a sports car. In 2009 Jaguar re-engineered the XK coupe and convertible, and in the process created one of the worlds great grand tourers, in Mid 2010 Jaguar Australia will begin sale of the ground breaking XJ.

Jaguar continues to push the boundaries of technology, luxury, sporting style and cutting edge design, the all new XJ delivers on each of these attributes as do the XF and XK models. The 'R' performance models compliment the package to deliver beautiful fast cars within Australia.

NAB Private Wealth

At NAB Private Wealth our philosophy is simple….to partner with our clients along every stage of their financial journey. Whether they are looking for the best ways to create, protect or transfer their wealth to future generations they can rely on our advice, expertise and personalised service.

Our reputation is built on understanding our clients’ diverse and complex needs, and responding to them effectively. We draw on the broader resources of the NAB Group, giving our clients access to a range of experts and specialists, exceptional service and comprehensive advice.

We create and implement wealth solutions to meet our clients’ needs today, and for years to come. By aligning our recommendations to what really matters to them and their family, we can develop tailored strategies to help them realise their financial and lifestyle aspirations.

At NAB Private Wealth we assist our clients in making the most of every opportunity to bring their wealth to life.

The ABCC is proudly sponsored by it's Global Principal Sponsor Group