Newcastle Dinner

55th Anniversary DinnerSimon_McKeon_web featured the Australian of the Year

The HVRF's 55th Anniversary Dinner in November 2011 featured Simon McKeon -  the current Australian of the Year, CSIRO Chairman and prominent investment banker. Simon's support for a wide range of Australian and international charities, including World Vision, Red Dust Role Models & MS Australia, has earned him great respect. As a leading social entrepreneur Simon demonstrates the importance of strong links between business and philanthropy.

Simon's address provided Some thoughts on the successful business of the future. The night also included a special presentation to the HVRF's Principal and Major Sponsors and entertainment.

Download the transcript of Simon's presentation.

Dark_Rain_coverView historical footage to mark the HVRF's 55th anniversary
in 2011 (Youtube - 6:15min)
Includes an excerpt from Dark Rain - a film about the Hunter
Region produced by the HVRF in 1957.

 

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