The Conference Welcome Reception
Monday 12 February 2007
Acceleration Avenue, The Grand Hyatt, Melbourne

The Conference Welcome Reception is the official start, and welcome to the annual NGIA Conference. And with the theme of Innovate, Accelerate and Celebrate, it will start the Conference with a bang!

This is a most enjoyable social occasion that is both a formal welcome and an opportunity for an informal chat and browse amongst the displays that will make up Acceleration Avenue.

A Taste of Victoria
Tuesday 13 February 2007
The Coral Atoll, Melbourne Aquarium

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The social dinner has evolved over time to become a fun filled gourmet extravaganza that highlights the best local produce that the host state has to offer.   Dine with a beautiful view across the Yarra and immerse yourself in the colour and beauty of the floor to ceiling Coral Atoll filled with tropical fish.  Delegates will enjoy an informal night of fine food and wine, music and entertainment, and most importantly, fun.

NextGen Cocktail Party
Wednesday 14 February 2007
Backlot, Rydges 186 Exhibition Street

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NextGen is a fabulous group of 18-35 year olds quickly establishing itself nationally across the industry.  You are invited to meet the NextGen Chairs, 2007 Young Leaders and colleagues from interstate. Enjoy some canapés and quite drink while you build and strengthen relationships at this unique venue.  There is a small fee of $20 and a cash bar.  Please mark your attendance on the registration form or contact Conference Solutions on (02) 6285 3000 for your ticket.

The Conference Gala Dinner
Thursday 15 February 2007
Grand Hyatt Hotel, Melbourne

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The Conference Gala Dinner is one of the industry's premium events in the calendar year. The Gala dinner is a black-tie celebration that includes the presentation of the awards to the national winners of the 2007 Yates Nursery and Garden Industry Awards.

Guests will enjoy a night, celebrating the industry's achievements over fine food and wine. Enjoy the great music and entertainment and dance the night away.

If you need to hire a suit for the Gala Dinner?  Give Chester 's a call - they will deliver to the hotel.

Chesters
Shop 10, 80 Collins Street, (i.e. Cnr. Collins & Exhibition St) Melbourne
P: 03 9650 3422

NGIV Golf Challenge
Friday 16 February 2007
Beaconhills Country Club

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10am shotgun start for this team event (Ambrose).  There are great trophies and prizes to be won. Players must have their own clubs and dress regulations apply.  There is a fee of $55 which includes 18 holes of golf, two course meal and drinks.  Enquiries should be directed to Ron Neyenhuis on 0438 037 133 or via email at ron@casetech.com.au.