Co-operatives Connect - Brisbane

Co-operatives Connect - Brisbane will bring together co-operators from QLD and Northern NSW for co-op education, inspiration and connection. 

#BetterTogether

Download the full program HERE

Our key theme for 2023

• Better Together

Panel and Workshop Themes

• Our Co-operative Economy 
• Sector meetings among co-ops - Agriculture, retailing, food
• Building member benefits
• Marketing your co-op advantage
• C to C procurement
• Rules Reboot - Bring your co-op constitution (Rules) and check that it aligns with Co-operatives National Law (CNL)

Speakers include*

• David Janetzki MP - Shadow Treasurer
• Gordon Phillips - Manager of Registration Services at the Queensland Co-operative Registrar
• Amy Jackson - Director Sage Room Co-operative 
• Peter Pamment - Business Manager of Maple Street Co-operative
• Marissa Costello - General Manager of Killarney Co-operative
  
• Anthony Esposito – Managing Director of Union Co-op Society
  
• Kerryn Newton – CEO of Directors Australia and former Board Advisor to Norco Co-operative
  
• Richard Warner - Coordinator of Nundah Community Enterprises Co-op

...and many more. Download the Full Program Here.

Lunch

A light lunch will be included in the registration and provided by local co-operative caterers, Espresso Train Catering. 

Member Tickets

The Co-op Federation member co-operatives (and their members) are welcome to select these discounted tickets.

Online

Unfortunately, we are unable to offer online streaming. This is an in-person event only.

Brisbane Co-op Drinks 

All attendees are encouraged to join us for networking drinks with local co-ops and their supporters! Venue: "It's Still a Secret", 48 Montague Rd, South Brisbane. Attendance is free, but registrations are required for catering.

Cancellation policy

The Federation recognises that in-person gatherings continue to present health risks. Tickets are able to be refunded in case of illness, no questions asked.

Our Sponsors

Thanks to our Principal Sponsor – Killarney Co-op

Thanks to our Associate Sponsors – Maple Street Co-op and Union Co-operative Society

*speakers and program subject to change