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Welcome to our February 2019 Edition of The Assistant

Welcome to 2019. With the Christmas holidays but a blurry speck in the rear vision mirror, it is time to take stock of an exciting year ahead. We hope you had a great New Year's break, and the transition back to reality wasn't too much of a shock.

Our Masterclass Conference series finishes up in Perth next week and then we move on the new conference series in Sydney in March, and our diploma classes in March and April are filling up fast. We have a heap of new networking events around the country being rolled out including in February alone, 2 in Brisbane, 1 in Perth, 1 in Canberra and 1 in Sydney, so keep an eye on the networking events page under the member resources section.

We hope you enjoy this month’s edition of The Assistant.




 

Natasha Cannon

Editor and Director, Sales & Marketing
Executive Assistant Network

       


Executive Assistant Academy has a diverse range of courses starting soon that will inspire you to take control of your own destiny, shape your own life and career. Our qualifications have been devised specifically to address the needs of the professional Executive Assistant. They have been developed after many years of extensive research and industry consultation reflecting the changing role of the modern EA. 

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Make an effort to remember names

As an EA, meeting a wide range of people is pretty much in the job description. Remembering all the names that come with the individuals you meet might seem daunting, but it's a worthwhile endeavour. It shows a level of care and attention that people will appreciate, helping you establish stronger relationships and opening up future opportunities that you may never have come across but for creating that personal connection. How can you make memorising names easier?

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Blueberry Milkshake

INGREDIENTS

• 2 cups vanilla ice cream

• 2 cups milk

• 2 cups frozen blueberries

• 2 tablespoons honey

• Whipped cream, fresh berries and sprigs of mint for garnish (optional)

METHOD - Simple!

Taking place on March 25th at Sydney’s Royal Hall of Industries, the OzHarvest CEO CookOff is an incredible night like no other. Over 1,500 vulnerable guests will be treated to a fine dining sit down meal prepared by Australia’s top chefs, supported by a team of CEOs and Senior Business Leaders.

With a goal to raise $3 Million on the night, every $1 that goes to OzHarvest can deliver two meals to someone going hungry. Thousands of vulnerable Aussies rely on OzHarvest for food every year, and the need is continuing to grow. OzHarvest supports families and shelters all around Australia, helping people to lead sustainable, nourished lives.

If you know a CEO or Senior Business Leader who is looking to lead with purpose, sign them up today! Plus if you sign up your boss, you can join them on the night!

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We are thrilled to have our newest Canberra partner Doma Hotels to join our ACT network.

Doma Hotels is the largest hotelier in Canberra’s Parliamentary district and leads the way in contemporary luxury. The multi award winning Realm Precinct, located on the footsteps of Parliament House, offers diverse high-quality accommodation including the 5 Star Hotel Realm, the 4.5 Star Burbury Hotel & Apartments, the 4 Star Little National Hotel and the heritage listed 4 Star Brassey Hotel.

The urban resort-style Realm Precinct offers guests access to a diverse range of award-winning dining, beauty, wellness and commercial outlets to complement their luxury accommodation experience.

The impressive function and conferencing facilities at the newly refurbished Hotel Realm and Burbury Hotel boast state-of-the-art, highly adaptable and sophisticated function rooms.

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EA network is excited to announce the latest Melbourne partnership with the Vue Group. Please see below for an overview an group introduction to this exciting new value add. What is the Vue Group?

Vue group is the Iconic Australian restaurant and private function group originally founded by Shannon Bennett. The first and perhaps most well-known culinary concept within the group is Vue De Monde. Since opening nearly two decades ago, the restaurant has undergone a series of renascences with a considered focus on maintaining a cutting edge approach to fine-dining and keeping with the fresh.

At the heart of everything, the Vue group does are the cornerstones of fine food, exceptionally welcoming service and curated aspirational experiences.

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Altum Restaurant, a Sydney venue with Mediterranean flavours, docked at Milsons Point, just adjacent to Luna Park Sydney, in late November.

More recently known as The Deck Sydney, Altum Restaurant boasts spectacular views over Sydney Harbour to the Opera House and debuts with a summer menu that draws on the flavours of the Mediterranean coastline.

Local and seasonal produce is given the star treatment with entrees including burrata with grilled and marinated eggplant, mint and currants, grilled scampi with tarragon citrus, confit and smoked duck with celeriac and mandarin, and White River veal with anchovy and capers. See menu here

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Now is the time to start redeeming your Pilu at Freshwater gift vouchers that you recently received

at the fabulous event held at the Cruise Bar.


Do not miss the boat!!

Please call 02 99383331 (and mention you have an EAN complimentary voucher)

to make your reservation today!

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P&O Cruises Australia were delighted to welcome forty Brisbane-based Executive Assistants onboard Pacific Aria for an exclusive and well deserve one-day experience.

After registration, guests inspected the ship offering; including bedrooms, entertaining spaces and bars, restaurants and the dedicated conference facilities onboard. They were then treated to a lux-lunch dining experience in celebrity chef Luke Mangan’s restaurant Salt Grill, the ships’ specialty dining restaurant onboard.

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Here at Caves Coastal Bar & Bungalows we are so lucky to be surrounded by some of the most tranquil surroundings in the Lake Macquarie region. This is a great option for those needing to plan an executive retreat, an offsite strategy meeting or an incentive trip.

To make it even easier, we’ve compiled a list of our favourite things to (including our most trusted suppliers) to help make your event extra special! Top 5 Things to do in the Pacific Coast, NSW:

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Looking ahead to 2019, boards across the globe will continue to face more challenges than ever before. Most of these challenges are rooted in the fundamental principles of good corporate governance – accountability, transparency, composition and environmental, social, and governance issues.

It may be hard to believe that it has been a decade since the 2008 financial crisis. Perhaps it’s also fair to say that the global economy has yet to bounce back completely. The crisis caused financial and governance experts to rethink and re-evaluate nearly every aspect of the financial realm. The goal? To help financial markets and the global economy make sustainable, long-term forward progress.

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Hot summer days needs light healthy nourishing meals. And a cold drink to help cool down and enjoy the day. Whether at home, at the beach or park, you can make a meal to meet the Summer occasion. The Watershed Hotel brings to you one of its most popular summer dishes created by our head chef, Charles Schmidt. Here’s the recipe, simple but so tasty and healthy:

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At Crown, anything is possible. If you can envision it, we can create it. From the magnificent Mansions to the sky high Villas, Crown has the most beautiful and distinctive range of event spaces in Western Australia.

The Mansions live up to their name in every way. From the private driveway and gated entrance, to the dramatic double height front door that opens onto the grand two storey foyer, they are unquestionably Australia’s most luxurious event offering.

Situated on the 15th floor of Crown Towers Perth with views as far as the eye can see, Crystal Club is an impeccably appointed event space that will surely leave a lasting impression. The spacious design includes business facilities, a cocktail bar, buffet dining area and an open terrace with unimpeded views of the Swan River and Perth city skyline.

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Introducing the new Knightsbridge Canberra, luxuriously furnished accommodation located in the popular suburb of Kingston.

We are located only minutes from Canberra’s parliamentary zone, Manuka, the CBD and major business precincts. Knightsbridge Canberra is the obvious choice for visitors to the national capital.

At Knightsbridge Canberra, we offer a premium boutique experience, whilst feeling completely at home within our luxuriously furnished accommodation, whether it be for just one night or a year.

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Melbourne & Olympic Park Reimagines Event Experiences with Redevelopment

Melbourne & Olympic Parks (M&OP), home to the Australian Open tennis tournament, is embarking on the third stage of its $1 billion redevelopment. 

Beginning in early 2019, the final stage of M&OP will reveal an unparalleled events centre – paying homage to the Australian landscape, as well as a series of renovated event spaces for corporate parties and large-scale events.

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