Speakers Based in Australia
To help save you the time and hassle of finding a suitable speaker yourself, MTA is able to source a range of excellent speakers ranging from sporting celebrities to politicians and top motivational and business speakers. Simply let us know what you are after: type of speaker/talk - guest, motivational, industry expert, MC etc topic area - leadership, sales/marketing, health/lifestyle etc approximate budget location (i.e. State or Country) All our speakers contribute both personally and professionally to improving life on our planet and will inspire, entertain and inform. Speakers are available in Melbourne, Sydney, Adelaide, Brisbane, Perth, Canberra and regional areas of Australia and for international events.
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The appeal of Adam's films is universal. Infused with a balance of humour and pathos, his simple and endearing characters touch a nerve with so many people from all walks of life.
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Afterburner is a powerful new approach that places corporate teams in the fast paced and dynamic world of elite fighter pilots!
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Allan is the people's renewable energy man. As a speaker, writer and program developer Allan has the rare ability to translate the latest in human science so that it is both entert...
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Allan Pease is Australia's most well-known speaker and is recognised as ‘Mr Body Language’ through his work on radio and television as well as throughout the business community...
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Andrew Darbyshire is a successful Melbourne-born businessman, with an incredibly inspiring story to share! The Andrew Darbyshire experience, equipping you with enduring life and bu...
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Andrew Gaze is Australia’s greatest ever basketballer. He has won the National Basketball League (NBL) scoring title a record 10 times as well as being awarded the NBL’s Most ...
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From a council flat, to leaving school at fifteen, to surviving a horrific accident, to becoming a CEO and a recognised leader in business, Anne KcKevitt's story is an inspirationa...
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Anton Enus is an award winning broadcast journalist with more than 20 years of experience. His career spans television, radio and print coverage of international news and current a...
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Barry Bull has fast become one of the country's top business speakers where his energetic and motivational presentations share the experience of his remarkable journey!
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Bernard Salt is arguably today's foremost advisor to leading property investors and developers. Over an outstanding career, Bernard Salt has established an enviable reputation in ...
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Bianca began her on mic career as an MC for everything from male revue Manpower, award ceremonies and even a circus.
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Bill Nelson is an elite international sporting coach who has turned his knowledge of developing peak team and individual performance into a world-class corporate consultancy, Total...
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Few people have enjoyed a marketing career with the success and diversity that Bob Pritchard has over the last 20 Years. His journey is one of courage, motivation and determination...
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Brendan Cowell is an enormously talented and successful writer and actor who's warmth and charm are infectious to everyone! He is available to MC, host, facilitate and speak at eve...
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A very versatile speaker, Brett Rutledge is a performer as well! Brett Rutledge uses his skill in voice and character creation to deliver a presentation that will engage audiences ...
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As a speaker Brian Goorjian is considered one of the most entertaining and passionate of all the elite sports coaches! His topics include; Creating A Winning Team, Coping With Chan...
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Brian performs in the Three Waiters, Hypnopera, as Corporate MC, Actor, Soloist Tenor etc. He is as comfortable being himself and has MC’d numerous functions for large corpora...
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Brian achieved great success as a mentor/trainer/developer in the financial services industry in a career spanning more than 20 years.
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Brook Ramage is a leader in health and well being management to optimize human capital and organizational performance.
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A founding member of the world famous Australian singing group The Seekers, Bruce Woodley has written songs which have captured the hearts and imaginations of millions of people th...
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Bryan Dawe is one of Australia’s major satirists and humourists. His quick wit and much loved satires will keep your guests entertained and laughing at your next event.
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Charles believes passion in people’s life work plays a significant role in the future of organization!
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At 25, inspiring young interior designer Chontelle Samios is the newest team member of Channel 9’s highly rating Domestic Blitz
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Christine Anu is arguably Australia’s most successful indigenous performer and one of Australia’s most popular recording artiste!
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Col has been a corporate MC for over 10 years forging a reputation as having one of the quickest comedy minds in the business.
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In terms of teaching, speaking and facilitating, Craig can do a wide range of things from keynote presentations, to emceeing events, to facilitating two-day personal-development pr...
SA
Once a Commercial Pilot and Aircraft Engineer, Dale’s life took a rapid diversion in December 2002 after a motorbike accident left him a paraplegic. He is a natural entertainer w...
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Damian Brown is an inspiring personality with outstanding sporting success; representing Australia in Weightlifting, at 3 Olympic Games and 4 Commonwealth Games (winning 4 Gold, 1 ...
WA
Damien is a refreshing and entertaining speaker, drawing on his years playing Test Cricket for Australia and working in a strong team environment
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Darrell has become one of the Nine Network’s most versatile commentators calling everything from rugby league to motor racing, marathons and surf lifesaving.
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Darren has spent the last seven years making people feel happy at corporate events.
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A Capella, performance artist, sleight of hand. Call it what you wish, because he does defy pigeon-holing, but one thing's for sure, Mr. Percival, with a voice created by angels, i...
SA
Dave Flanagan is as much an institution in South Australia as was the State Bank. He has been involved in the comedy industry as a writer, actor, stand-up comedian and entrepreneu...
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Before Sunrise, David Koch was a pure finance nerd. He's still one of Australia's foremost business and finance commentators but his first love now is teaming up with Mel to host A...
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He's powerful, intelligent and compelling, he's David Parkin! One of the best business/motivational speakers in Australia!
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Entertaining, motivational and an all round larrikin, Don represented Australia at 4 World Championships and three Paralympic Games over 14 years, a triple Paralympic medalist from...
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Renowned peak performance specialist Dr Ann Quinn has helped many of Australia’s top athletes attain outstanding success from Pat Cash and Pat Rafter to Essendon Football Club an...
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Dr Don Stammer was described in the Australian Financial Review as “one of the doyens of economics in Australia”
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Edward de Bono is regarded as the global leading authority in the field of creative and conceptual thinking.
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Dr Keith Suter is a conference speaker and social commentator with particular expertise in strategic planning!
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Dr Michael Carr-Gregg is an outstanding speaker on a wide variety of subjects associated with health lifestyle and well being.
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Dr Timoty Sharp, aka. Dr Happy, is the founder and CHO (Chief Happiness Officer) of the Happiness Institute!
With threee degrees in psychology and an impressive record as an ...
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Dr Graeme Pearman is noted multiple award winning scientist and committed environmentalist. He consulted to USA Vice President Al Gore in 'The Inconvenient Truth' & his current int...
QLD
'How Happiness can improve your work and home life.' Ella is a communicator who entertains and an entertainer who communicates. Her audiences frequently fill in their response form...
WA
Emanuel Perdis is Managing Director of the Australian-owned Napoleon Perdis company founded thirteen years ago by Napoleon, Emanuel and Soula-Marie Perdis.
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Eric has helped over 1.5 million people craft visions for themselves and their organizations and manifest these into reality!
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It is this special blend of the ordinary man and the extraordinary leader that makes Peter Cosgrove a fascinating speaker! Instantly recognised as the face of the AAF, his strength...
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George Negus’ career as a journalist has made him one of Australia’s most recognisable public faces and popular media voices!
WA
An author, songwriter, radio and television presenter and creator of the Dynamic Thinking course for Leadership, Glenn Capelli has delivered a message of creativity, innovation and...
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Over the past 14 years he has motivated, entertained and educated conference attendees to dramatically increase their performance at work and in their personal life!
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Graeme is fantastic as a Hoax speaker, MC and comedian. A truly versatile talent who will keep everyone entertained. As a Hoax speaker Graeme is unassuming, funny, highly percept...
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Graeme Wood revolutionised the travel industry in Australia when he created the concept for, and confounded, Wotif.com in 2000!
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Greg’s stories of riding for Kerry Packer and other extremely successful owners have audiences enthralled and entertained from the time he picks up the microphone…
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Guy Grossi is an affable, passionate and playful master chef who specialises in pure Italian cuisine. Guy is the driving force behind one of Melbourne’s oldest restaurants, Gros...
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Do you want to communicate with, inspire, motivate and powerfully engage your team - particularly in the current economic climate?
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'Stop Bitching Start Pitching' is the catch cry of former George Patterson CEO and Chairman Ian Elliot. His story details his 30 years in the advertising industry, rising from mail...
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Ian Schubach draws on his experience as an African game ranger to speak to audiences around the world about the lessons business can learn from wildlife!
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Janine Shepherd’s story reads like the plot of a Hollywood movie! As a result she's now a motivational speker in high demand!
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Jason McCartney became one of the faces of the Bali Bombings and seen by many as the human face of the attacks - a person who epitomised the Australian Fighting Spirit!
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A multi-talented performer and writer, Jean Kittson is one of Australia's best known and most popular comedians, amusing audiences in theatre and print, on radio and television! An...
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Jenny Brockie is one of Australia’s most experienced and respected broadcasters and television documentary makers. She is in strong demand as a facilitator, interviewer and speak...
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Jimmy Poulos is a strong presence in the Qld Comedy scene. It’s been a long and varied career.
New Zealand
John Anderson is the man behind a once small idea that is now one of the worlds major tour operators!
CONTIKI TOURS! His presentation includes tales of his determination to s...
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John Bertrand is the Australian who skippered the winged keel Australia 2 to victory to win the 1983 America's Cup, breaking 132 years of American domination & breaking the longest...
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John Buchanan will always be renowned for delivering Queensland their first Sheffield Shield title in the 1994-1995 season, his first season with the Bulls!
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John Doyle is an actor, comedian and screenwriter, best known as ‘Rampaging Roy Slaven’ of Roy and HG fame.
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As a sales & marketing specialist, John Lees knows the proven strategies for successful results. With a range of conference presentations he is an original, highly motivational, hu...
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Dr John Tickell is an extraordinary Australian business success story. He is a medically qualified Doctor who played AFL football with Hawthorn in the '60s
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Josh Lawson is a writer, actor and comedian who writes and performs in a variety of film, television and theatre projects. He is a regular on Channel 10's Thank God You're Here and...
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One of Australia’s most respected actors, through hard work and determinations, Joy went on to create a very successful televison and film career, a truly inspiring story!
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Jules Lund has a consuming passion for life. At the age of 27, Jules has already hosted his own weekly radio show, travelled the globe hosting the Extreme Games, hosted a top ratin...
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Keith Abraham is Australia’s foremost expert on customer loyalty. He is a unique speaker who uses the latest multi-media technology to demonstrate proven strategies that are a pr...
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Kelly is a serial entrepreneur who has been specializing in the arena of Human Resource Management, Recruitment and Career Coaching for 12 years.
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Kerri, and her partner Natalie Cook, captured the hearts and minds of their audiences with their power, skill and determination. Renowned for walking on fire their goals were to Go...
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Kerry O'Keeffe's wit, wisdom, penchant for sport see the former Test cricketer enjoy a successful media career. With his larger-than-life personality, Kerry O'Keeffe is a natural ...
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Kevin Sheedy excels at Presentations on Positive And Lateral Thinking encouraging staff and management to “think outside the square: for company and personal pride!
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Khoa Do is a film director, screenwriter and teacher who has had extensive experience working with the most disadvantaged in our community, inspiring them and guiding them to incre...
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Kimina Lyall is an author, speaker and journalist who has a personal story to tell that is both extraordinary and terribly ordinary. Her story is both inspirational and motivationa...
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Lauren Burns has spoken to over 75,000 in the past 4 years and has worked diligently to raiser her profile to position herself as one of Australia's most sought after speakers!
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"Laurie Lawrence is one of the most sought after Speakers in Australia. Powerful, evocative, emotional and motivational. Laurie Lawrence is a unique communicator".
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Li Cunxin (pron “Lee Schwinsin”) is a remarkable man borne of a remarkable story. He has published a best-selling book about his life titled "Mao's Last Dancer", which is a det...
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Libbi Gorr is one of Australia’s finest Live Hosts and broadcasters. She bring a unique blend of journalism and humorous observation to her work across radio, television and prin...
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Lisa's stage presence is unique, being considered by many as master of audience participation. She will surely be among the most exciting and motivating presenters you will ever ha...
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Lisa Wilkinson, co-host of the Nine Network’s TODAY Show, is one of Australia’s most admired and respected journalists and corporate presenters, and thus she is one of Australi...
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Liz is an author, journalist, television presenter, commentator and public speaker. She’s currently working on her second novel and freelancing in the media industry.
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As a behavioural Anthropologist she explores what works, what doesn’t, what matters in business today. One of Australia’s best known communicators
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Lynne Kelly is an educator and author who approaches the world with an open mind, a scientific method and an entertaining manner. As a keynote speaker Lynne will have your audience...
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Despite personal tragedy and seemingly impossible odds, Madeleine is fulfilling her ambitions, and is living proof that regardless of the obstacles you face, by setting goals and h...
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From the carnation-carrying pop star to Australian Idol Judge, Mark Holden's story is one of great passion and enthusiasm! Throughout the past few years Mark has been a regular MC ...
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An Australian speaker succeeding internationally, Mark McKeon really lives his message on Creating Time and Motivating and Leading Teams!
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Martin Grunstein is this country's most in demand speaker on outstanding customer service due to his outstanding results with over 500 Australasian companies across over 100 indust...
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As an international health and lifestyle speaker, Matt Church conducts seminars designed to improve total health and wellbeing, both physically and mentally! "A healthy staff is im...
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Matt Preston is a food journalist and restaurant critic. Best known for his wrestaurant column in The Age newspaper’s food section, "Epicure", and as a judge on MasterChef Austra...
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Maude Garrett is a unique on-air personality; a stunning tom-boy who is equally adored by girls and boys. As one half of Nickelodeon’s on-air duo with co-host Kyle Linahan she co...
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Max Walker has travelled an amazing journey from schoolboy sporting prodigy to one of the most recognisable faces and voices in Australia.
MC/Motivational Speaker - Tania de Jong AM
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Tania de Jong AM- Speaker, singer, diva, business women, social entrepreneur. SUCCESS-RESILIENCE-CREATIVITY-LEADERSHIP-COMMUNITY-MEANING
MEANINGFUL LEADERSHIP IN UNCERTAIN TIMES
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Unlock creativity, increase wellbeing and develop a set of values that embrace and strengthen the spirit of your organisation.
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Michael Pascoe is one of Australia's most respected and experienced finance and economics commentators with 36 years in newspaper, broadcast and on-line journalism.
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Mike Brady is an entertainer, songwriter, speaker, producer, singer and music writer! He is best known these days for his uplifting anthems including the enormous hit "Up There Caz...
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Imagine taking just ONE step and you are in the most extreme environment on earth. Turning back is not an option.
You are now in the vicinity of what it feels like to make a ...
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With over a decade of experience as an MC / Facilitator Nigel is known for his energetic and interactive style.
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Paul is Chairman of Money magazine, Chairman of the youth anti-drink driving body, RADD and is a Council Member of Philanthropy Australia.
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Best known for his comic creation Flacco, Paul is a highly acclaimed writer, actor, comedian and illustrator. Paul presents as himself or as the character Flacco, and specialises i...
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A paramedic aboard the first rescue helicopter to reach survivors in one of Australia's worst Maritime disasters, Peter talks about what it took to rescue 8 men from a stricken ves...
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The name Hillary is synonymous with adventure! Peter is a powerful and dynamic speaker who takes his audience on one of his many extraordinary experiences to the summit of Mt Evere...
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Peter Sheahan is a leading authority on generational change and the shifting expectations of customers and staff!
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Peter Switzer is one of Australia’s leading business and financial commentators, launching his own business 20 years ago. The Switzer Group has since grown into three successful ...
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Over the past 25 years, Peter Thurin has developed a high level of business expertise and through his many outstanding sporting accomplishments, has developed a keen insight into w...
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Philip Clark has been a lawyer, a journalist, a Federal Ministerial adviser and a radio broadcaster. In these roles Philip introduced longstanding favourites such as the Sydney Mor...
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Ray has owned and operated three major franchises, two in Australia and one in New Zealand.
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Queensland's gift to the nation, Rebecca Wilson has spent the better part of her life playing, watching and talking sport. She's a great MC and as a keynote speaker has covered top...
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One of the funniest and most engaging speakers in Australia today is the one time Dean of Hobart, the Reverend Harlin Butterley. Audiences, seeing the Reverend sitting at the top t...
Richard Neville - Unfolding The Future
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Why let tomorrow take you by surprise?
Richard Neville’s latest take on things to come, draws from the farthest reaches of social and scientific research, as well...
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Rob Redenbach blends humour, experience and hard facts to demonstrate the value of understanding why people respond in the way they do and, importantly, how to influence response t...
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Robyn Henderson is a Global Networking Specialist in networking an essential life skill, it is also the most basic business building tool in today’s competitive market.
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Robyn Moore is a very effective communicator with a unique understanding of "The Power of the Word". She is Australia’s most in-demand female speaker!
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Robyn Williams, has presented ABC’s Radio National's Science Show since its inception. His sharp wit, keen sense of humour & ability to present science as an interest to just abo...
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From a very early age Russell Gilbert has been fanatical about two things - footy and comedy!
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Ruth Ostrow is one of Australia's leading Mind, Body & Soul writers, educators & speakers, with her columns read by millions, and a host of best-selling books to her credit in the ...
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Shawn Cosgrove has been heard on Melbourne radio and television for over 25 years and will be a great addtion to your next event as a master of ceremonies or professional speaker.
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The sporting career of Simon O’Donnell reads like a schoolboy’s dream; AFL, cricket, horse racing and now a commentator on Ch 9. His story is one of dreams, decisions and dedic...
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You will learn how to get the best out of each of your people and the team, at the same time. Stan will show you how to develop the talents of the individual whilst guiding the tea...
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Stefano Manfredi is one of Sydney’s most celebrated chefs known for The Restaurant and Bel Mondo. He is a regular guest speaker and chef at corporate events, discussing topics ab...
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Australia has another national sports hero with a remarkable history. In a league of his own, Olympic speed skating short track gold medallist Steven Bradbury has a story to tell ...
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Steven Van Aperen in known throughout Australia as an expert in the field of interviewing and detecting deception! Steve demonstrates how to detect liars by observing verbal & non-...
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Soprano, social entrepreneur, business women, inspiring keynote speaker and MC, leadership workshops, performances. Named Brainlink Woman of Achievement 2009 and numerous other aw...
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Drawing on the ideas from his groundbreaking new book, 2007 Australian of the Year Award winner Tim Flannery presents a straightforward and powerful exploration of the connection b...
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Australia’s Magician of the Mind, Providing Sophisticated Solutions to your Entertainment
and Business Education Needs.
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Tom O’Toole is the charismatic and inspirational ‘Baker from Beechworth’. From a poorly performing regional bakery, O’Toole has built his business into one of Australia’...
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'People, Persistence and Success'
Tom Potter is the founder of Australian owned 'Eagle Boys Dial-A-Pizza', making him in high demand as a motivational speaker around the coun...
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Tony Mowbray is no ordinary corporate speaker ..... An audience needs to know the person they are listening to has lived the experience, learned from the experience, and is able pa...
SA
Tony’s broadcasting pedigree goes back to the 1960s with over 40 years in commercial radio in Victoria, NSW and South Australia and he’s still helping Adelaideans get up and of...
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Tony Rafferty is a former body builder who came to Australia in 1960 and worked at the Golden Bowl Fitness Centre in Camberwell.Tony suggested to the owner that as a promotion for ...
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On the 12/08/00 Vinny Lauwers returned to Melbourne after 7 months & 2 weeks at sea. It had taken 7 years of preparation for Vinny to realise his incredible dream "To be the first ...
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Virginia Dowzer works predominately on campaigns in fashion advertising for companies such as Myer, David Jones, Country Road, Perri Cutten, Sussan, Sportscraft and Target.
Walter Mikac - Inspirational Speaker
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Few would not know of Walter Mikac’s story. The loss of his wife and two young daughters at the Port Arthur shootings in Tasmania in 1996, touched the world!
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Warwick Merry is a gifted professional speaker, consultant and a leading authority in aiding individuals and organisations to live their passion!
QLD
Wayne Bennett is not just a coach, but a mentor to the many players and team members who have had the advantage of his advice, encouragement and training!
