Come one, come all!! The charity fair is NAAUC’s greatest spin on an all-time Australian favourite - the classic carnival. You will partake in a myriad of entertainment, minigames, and food options in a high octane, fun environment designed to raise vital funds for the Red Frogs. Try your hand at a range of carnival games and summer activities. Win the apple bobbing, take the bean bag toss, or score as high as you can on the balloon darts - it's all in the name of a good cause!

Dress Code: Dress up as the first letter of your name.

Event Location: Picken Lawns, Ormond College.

Bring: Some money to participate in the stalls.

Location:

Debrief Group One: Jack and Hannah @ Academic Centre (3rd room on the right)

Debrief Group Two: Ruby @ Academic Centre (2nd room on the right)

Debrief Group Three: Georgia @ Ski Lodge (by the JCR)

Debrief Group Four: Lilli @ Academic Centre (Top Floor)

Debrief Group Five: Charlie @ Academic Centre (1st room on the right)

Debrief Group Six: Tom @ Wade Garden

Debrief Group Seven: Carys @ Academic Centre (5th room on the right)

Debrief Group Eight: Fletcher @ Junior Common Room

Debrief Group Nine: Rhea @ Academic Centre (4th room on the right)

Debrief Group Ten: Chelsea @ Kaye Scott Room

Debrief Group Eleven: Angad @ Academic Centre (6th room on the right)

Debrief Group Twelve: Archie @ Senior Common Room

Peter McDonald is the Director of Tertiary Balance, an accounting firm that specialises in indirect taxes applicable to the university colleges sector. 

Peter is highly respected within the field, and he brings a wealth of experience and knowledge surrounding the financial administration of both colleges and their student clubs to the National Conference. 

In this session, Peter will address delegates regarding the recent changes to the tax administration of not-for-profit entities which will affect most college student committees. Treasurers and senior team members are advised to attend to get advice on how to meet your obligations. 

There will also be an opportunity to ask questions of Peter, who can provide expert advice on a range of financial matters.

Location: Wade Garden

Head to the Dining Hall / Courtyard for Afternoon Tea with the Red Frogs!

This afternoon’s session contains two hour long rotations. There are 3 different academic seminars occurring in each. Please refer to the Conference Kit for a breakdown of the individual academics, and work out your schedule to ensure you can attend the sessions most relevant to you.

Rotation One: 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Break for ATO Session and Afternoon Tea

Rotation Two: 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Locations:

Addiction, Drugs & Alcohol: Senior Common Room

Sex Culture on Res: Wade Garden

Indigenous History & Culture: Kaye Scott

Understanding and Minimising Drug and Alcohol-Related Harms in University Communities

The Alcohol and Drug Foundation (ADF) is an Australian non-governmental organisation that delivers evidence-based approaches to minimise alcohol and other drug harm. We recognise the power of strong communities and the important role they play in preventing problems occurring in the first place. A community-centric approach is at the heart of everything we do. Robert Taylor is the Policy Manager for the ADF and works to advocate for evidence-based drug and alcohol policy reform. He has worked as a social worker and leader in the alcohol and other drugs sector and undertaken published research in social work and social policy.

Location: Ormond Dining Hall

Location: Ormond Dining Hall

This morning’s session contains two hour-long rotations. There are 3 different academic seminars occurring in each. Please refer to the Conference Kit for a breakdown of the individual academics, and work out your schedule to ensure you can attend the sessions most relevant to you.

Rotation One: 10:30am - 11:30am

Rotation Two: 11:30am - 12:30pm

Locations:

The Cultural Audit: Wade Garden

Diet Culture: Kaye Scott

Mind the Gap: Senior Common Room

Head to the Dining Hall / Courtyard for Morning Tea with the Red Frogs!

Guest Speaker Andy Gourley

Andy Gourley is the founder and director of Red Frogs Australia, a support program that provides relief from drug-related and alcohol issues that are known to affect young people.

Modelling of culture and behaviours is a major part of Andy’s personal approach to interacting with young people and he readily shares his experiences with audiences on a national and international level. Andy’s approach is real and raw, providing realistic strategies to “become the answer you want to see around you.”

Trigger Warning: Alcohol and drug abuse.

Location: Ormond Dining Hall

Ormond Dining Hall