Past Events
GABA Christmas Get-together:
The Christmas function in December 2009 was held at the King of Cakes venue in Graceville. It was again a good opportunity for members to get together and reflect upon an exciting year of 2009, and also for our guests to receive first hand information what GABA is all about and how we plan to proceed in the New Year. The GABA Committee enjoyed catching up with friends of the association and expressed the wish for a renewed interest in GABA also from our younger members, potentially able to take part of GABA's future as members of the Committee. Watch out, as the AGM is scheduled for March 22nd 2010. The President, Juergen Woehrle, wished all our members and friends the compliments of the season, thanked all for their support and on behalf of the GABA Committee outlined some aspect of the following year's planned functions.
GABA Function at Clayton Utz
June 16, 2009
GABA held their Networking Business Function on June 16th 2009 at the premises of Clayton Utz. Clayton Utz is the leading provider in the Asia-Pacific region with a significant presence across Australia, with premises here in Brisbane’s CBD.
GABA was able to invite their members to a special address by Hedy Cray, Partner of Clayton Utz on the new Industrial Legislation, which was coming into effect in July this year. Having business partners of such repute and high standards is of great value for our members and this very topical theme gave us an insight into all the intricacies of this new legislation, GABA’s President Juergen Woehrle acknowledged at the function. We would like to sincerely thank our hosts and appreciate their generosity for this GABA event.
- Hedy Cray, Partner of Clayton Utz, giving her address to GABA members
- Michael Klug, Managing Partner of Clayton Utz with John Kahlert, GABA Vice President
Clayton Utz’s team of highly skilled lawyers is well placed to manage all legal matters both nationally and internationally. For any issues on Workplace Relations, Employment and Safety, Work Choices/Fair Work transition or any issues on industrial disputes, safety fraud, discrimination or any industrial relations, we recommend contacting the Clayton Utz team directly:
Brisbane: +61 7 3292 7000 or visit the website at: www.claytonutz.com
For any questions, please contact the GABA Secretary
- Hedy Cray with Gaba President Juergen Woehrle and GABA Committee Member Tina Woehrle
- Our newest members from Polyglot Brisbane: from right, Sandra Delpeyrou, Maxine Perpina and Lara Regenauer
GABA’s CLEM Jones Tunnel Visit
March 30, 2009
Recently, GABA was offered an opportunity to visit the CLEM7 Tunnel currently under construction.
The GABA team visited the huge Bowen Hills worksite, where the major interchange from tunnel to surface road is being constructed. Due to strict Workplace Health and Safety requirements, we received a thorough induction into the project and an interesting safety lecture at the worksite, before being taken underground into the very humid and hot tunnel below the Brisbane River.
The 4.8 km long CLEM7 Tunnel with 2-lanes in each direction is Brisbane’s first major road tunnel. CLEM7 is planned to open in 2010 and will allow motorists to bypass the CBD and up to 23 sets of traffic lights, reducing travel time by up to 30% between Woolloongabba in the south and Bowen Hills in the north.
One of the most memorable aspects of the tour was seeing one of the “HERRENKNECHT” tunnel boring machines in action, installing massive concrete tiles which line the inside of the tunnel under the Brisbane River. These giant tunnel boring machines, made in Germany, named “Florence” and “Matilda”, have reached Main Street and are continuing their underground journey to Gibbon Street in Woolloongabba. They are expected to arrive there around mid 2009.
The CLEM7 Tunnel Tour was indeed an exciting experience for all participants.
For more information about the project visit the website: www.clem7.com.au
Sincere thanks go to the Lord Mayor of Brisbane, Campbell Newmann, and to our Vice President, John Kahlert, for arranging the visit for GABA members.
GABA Breakfast / Networking Function
February 18, 2009
GABA held their first event for 2009 on a very topical theme:
“Local Strength in a Global Recession Local Strength in a Global Recession”
Now, more than ever before, is the meaning of “think global, act local” becoming a relevant reminder of what we have to do in our Queensland backyard to counter, or at least, soften the present economic crisis. One recent example of local strength is a Tourism Queensland’s campaign of “the best job in the world”.
The feedback received from the delegates was excellent. Tattersall’s proved as an excellent venue once more.
- Mr. Nick Ferris
- Mrs. Wendy Levy
GABA would like to acknowledge and thank their guest speakers: Mr. Nick Ferris from the Chamber of Commerce and Industry in Brisbane (CCIQ) and Mrs. Wendy Levy from Tourism Queensland for their contributions and Markus Gilbert from the German Australian Chamber if Industry and Commerce (GACIC).
The event organised by GABA was a joint event for the members and guests of GABA, GACIC and CCIQ.
- From left: GABA VP:John Kahlert, GABA President Juergen Woehrle, GABA Secretary: Jürgen Hoppe, GACIC Executive Director Markus Gilbert, GABA past president Ron Mandla
- Various guests at the GABA Breakfast on the 18. February 2009
GABA 25th Anniversary Celebrations
April 4, 2008
GABA celebrated its 25th anniversary at Parliament House in Brisbane on April 4th 2008. Our Guest of Honour and guest speaker Mr. Markus Gilbert, the executive director of the German Australian Chamber of Industry and Commerce (GACIC), elaborated on the role of the chamber in Australia and in particular its assistance to small business and its ties with GABA to mutually continue support for their members. We look forward welcoming Markus again in Queensland in the near future.
It was a great evening with excellent networking opportunities, a superb venue – The Strangers’ Dining Room – and outstanding dinner service and background music.
Thanks to the GABA Executive for all of their hard work in preparation for such an outstanding and memorable occasion.
