CBCC Business After Five (BA5) - Night Time Economy

🌟 Illuminate Your Night: A Night Economy Extravaganza! 🌟

Join us for an unforgettable evening dedicated to celebrating and exploring the vibrant Night Economy at the Bryan Brown Theatre & Function Centre, hosted by the Canterbury Bankstown Chamber of Commerce. 

The purpose of the Canterbury Bankstown Counci l- Night Time Economy Action Plan is to support a vibrant and viable night time economy (“NTE”) across the 34 centres that make up Canterbury-Bankstown Local Government Area (“LGA”). 

Background

NSW Government has implemented Vibrancy Reforms to boost NSW’s night economy, benefiting live music, dining, and creative sectors and workers, and bringing vibrancy back to NSW’s night-time economy and community. Regulation around noise, planning and liquor licensing has been streamlined, updated and simplified through the NSW Government’s 24-Hour Economy Legislation (Vibrancy Reforms) Amendment Act 2023. This means venues in NSW will have the opportunity to reach their full entertainment, economic and creative potential – especially at night. The Vibrancy Reforms are a cross-government initiative developed in consultation with key agencies, industry, councils and stakeholders to bring sector regulation in line with contemporary going out behaviours, improve government processes and encourage more people to go out, closer to home.

Canterbury Bankstown is the 8th largest economy in NSW with an estimated GRP of $15.8 billion. It has the largest (and growing) population in NSW and, the second highest number of registered businesses in the State.

Approximately 20% of all employment in Canterbury Bankstown is linked to the night time economy with more than 7,000 local businesses trading and contributing. Canterbury-Bankstown is rapidly growing, expanding and evolving. We want to make sure that our City during the day and at night meets the needs and expectation of our community, and provides the right conditions to grow and thrive. We aspire to be a night city that is diverse and welcoming, that feels safe, well-designed, accessible and it celebrates our unique identity and diverse community.

Businesses are encouraged to come and participate in this candid event of discussion and debate. 

📅 Date: Monday, 29 April 🕒 Time: 5:30 pm - 8:30 pm

✨ Theme: Night Economy

🎉 Event Highlights:

🔊 Live Music & DJ Beats: Immerse yourself in the rhythm of the night with electrifying live music and DJ beats from  Global Party. Let the music be your guide as we dance through the Night Economy!

🎤 Panel Speakers: Gain insights from industry experts and thought leaders during our engaging panel discussions. Discover the secrets, challenges, and opportunities that shape the Night Economy.

🍹 Beverages & Culinary Delights: Indulge in a delightful array of beverages and delectable bites, specially curated to elevate your Night Economy experience.

🎟 Ticket Prices:

• Members: FREE
• Non-Members: FREE

📍 Location: Bryan Brown Theatre & Function Centre 

👥 Capacity: 300

🌟 Why Attend? Connect with fellow business enthusiasts, discover the latest trends in the Night Economy, and be a part of a community dedicated to fostering growth and collaboration.

🍔 Canapes will be provided at the venue

🍹 Beverages will be provided at the venue

🎉 Don't Miss Out on the Night Economy Celebration! Reserve your spot now for a night of networking, insights, and entertainment. Whether you're a member or non-member, the doors are open for everyone to experience the magic of the Night Economy in the company of the local business chamber members.

📞 For Inquiries and Reservations: Contact the Canterbury Bankstown Chamber of Commerce at ceo@cbchamber.org.au / advertising@cbchamber.org.au

The Night Economy Moderator

Bill Parasiris
Vice-President Infrastructure and Commercial at Western Sydney University.

Bill Parasiris is currently appointed as the Vice-President Infrastructure and Commercial at Western Sydney University. Working with academic, industry, government and community stakeholders, Bill leads the Division of Infrastructure and Commercial in the strategic development and management of the University’s campuses and broader built footprint.

Bill leads the University’s ‘Western Growth’ educational infrastructure program of urban transformation, partnership and renewal, ensuring the financial sustainability of the University and the realisation of the highest quality, collaborative research and education opportunities for Australia’s fastest growing region. Furthering commercial partnerships with industry and government is a key focus of this program, as is growing and consolidating the University’s embedded presence in key precincts and growth centres across Western Sydney and beyond.

Bill holds an MBA from Western Sydney University and is an AICD graduate. Bill is also a member of Property Council of Australia, Western Sydney Regional Advisory Council, on the Board for the Canterbury-Bankstown Chamber of Commerce, and previously served as Executive Director for Western Unlimited, the University’s on-campus retail, fitness and food provider.

 Night Economy Panellists 

Superintendent Adam Johnson
Commander, Bankstown Police Area Command NSW Police 

Andy Sharp 
Director Planning, City of Canterbury Bankstown

With over 25 years of expertise in city-making, property, planning, and design, Andy is a seasoned professional leading multi-disciplinary teams focussed on complex city renewal projects. Andy's career spans the built environment sector, where he specializes in cross-disciplinary advisory, development strategies, urban renewal, and place-based city delivery.

Grounded in values that prioritise place capital, Andy brings a wealth of experience in collaborative and responsive leadership, driving outcomes for government, landowners, developers, financiers, and communities alike through evidence-based decision-making and a strong belief in the value of place as a catalyst for economic and community benefit.

Angela Bonnefin
Founder & Director Retail Strategy Groups
Retail Strategy Group is the culmination of many years of dedication to the pursuit of world-class outcomes in retail development across mixed-use projects. Our mission is simple - to create amazing places where people want to be. Implementing game-changing ideas across three decades of development management, retail design, placemaking, curation, and leasing - we provide seamless end-to-end solutions for our clients. Angela Bonnefin has successfully earned her reputation as Australia’s leading retail strategist, author, and presenter, vibrantly and authentically delivering projects that continue to shape our cities.

Collaborating with design firms across the globe, we continue to re-write the rules of retail design and place strategy - encouraging others to do the same. Our team’s legacy is to continue in creating meticulous, sustainable, future-focused destinations, inspired by forward-thinking, locally considered decisions. We believe our mutual responsibility is innovation – designing and curating to the desires of generations to come.

Michael Rodrigues 
24-Hour Economy Commissioner

Michael has been a passionate and vocal advocate for nightlife, culture and the night time economy for many years. He launched global lifestyle brand Time Out in Sydney in 2007 and served as Managing Director until 2021.Michael also founded the Australian Night Time Industries Association and served as Chair from 2018-2021.

Fun Fact: Mike worked as a trainee civil engineer for Leighton Contractors on the Homebush Bay Rail Link in the lead up to the Sydney 2000 Olympic Games.

Michael Clancy
CEO, Bankstown Sports
As the CEO of Bankstown Sports, Michael Clancy boasts a tenure exceeding 24 years. Regarded as a visionary leader, he actively engages in community initiatives and demonstrates a profound commitment to our members. With an unwavering dedication to elevating member experiences, fostering sustainable growth, and making a positive community impact, Michael drives the ongoing success of Bankstown Sports.

🌃 Let the Night Begin! 🌃

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