ONU Business Exchange

ONU Business Exchange - Business of Politics

Following the success of our inaugural ONU Business Exchange, we are pleased to invite alumni to the next event in the series, focused on The Business of Politics - a practical examination of how political decisions shape Australia’s commercial environment.

Rather than a discussion about politics itself, this session will explore the real-world business implications of policy, regulation, and governance: how decisions made in Canberra and Macquarie Street influence investment, productivity, housing, energy, and long-term economic growth.

The ONU Business Exchange series is designed to strengthen our alumni network, showcase the depth of ONU expertise, and spark purposeful connections across industries and generations.

Following the panel discussion, join fellow alumni for networking drinks to reconnect, exchange perspectives, and build new professional relationships. 

It would be terrific if you could join us on 26 February 2026 - continuing to connect where we work, not just where we once studied.

Event Details

When: Thursday 26 February 2026

Where: Nexia Australia, level 22, 2 Market St, Sydney (access via Kent st).

Time: From 5:30pm

Cost: $25 – includes alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages

Our illustrious panel includes:

Morris Iemma
Former NSW Premier and Treasurer, Morris Iemma led major infrastructure and fiscal reforms and now brings insight from both government and senior commercial advisory roles.

Trent Zimmerman (ON 1986)
Former Federal Member for North Sydney, Trent Zimmerman offers a contemporary insider’s view of policy-making, party dynamics, and the commercial consequences of political trade-offs.

Ben Coles (ON 2006)
With experience across law, political leadership and capital markets, Ben Coles bridges policy execution, energy transition strategy, and how investment responds to political signals.

If you require further information, please contact Christian Nabung (ON 2010) on 02 9568 9544 or alumni@newington.nsw.edu.au

Warm regards,
The Old Newingtonians’ Union
Building connections | Sharing expertise | Strengthening our network