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SUMMARY:October Business Luncheon
DESCRIPTION:The Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games are not just a sporting event. \n\n\n\nThey are a catalyst for economic growth\, business innovation\, investment attraction\, workforce development\, tourism expansion\, and community transformation across every corner of Queensland\, including us here in Cairns. \n\n\n\nThe experience we provide to the Olympians\, Paralympians and the spectators\, will set us up for future visitation for years to come. \n\n\n\nAt our October luncheon we will have the privilege of hearing firsthand from not one but two Olympians who will share the memories and experiences from previous games. \n\n\n\nThis is our city’s time to Shine – Let’s get ahead for the Games as a Regional Host City. \n\n\n\nWhen: Tuesday 27 October 2026Time: 11.30am – 2.00pmWhere: Hilton Cairns Cost: $75 Members | $95 Non-MembersInclusions: Welcome Drink on Arrival\, Alternate Drop Main Course\, Freshly Brewed Tea & Coffee \n\n\n\nThis Luncheon is proudly sponsored by ARC Disability Services \n\n\n\nEstablished in 1976\, ARC Disability has grown to be Cairns’ largest independent disability services provider. ARC was created and designed by people with lived experience\, and for 50 years\, have been committed to providing ‘more than just support’ – working alongside people with disability and their families to create opportunities\, choice and belonging. www.arcinc.org.au \n\n\n\nMeet the Olympians \n\n\n\nDeborah Acason (née Lovely) is an Australian Olympian and one of Australia’s most accomplished weightlifters. She has represented Australia at two Olympic Games (Athens 2004 and Beijing 2008) and five Commonwealth Games\, winning one gold\, three silver and one bronze medal. She is the first female inductee into the Australian Weightlifting Federation Hall of Fame and has served as a director of the federation. She also competed in athletics as a junior in discus and hammer throw\, won track cycling medals during rehabilitation from injury\, and was selected for the Australian Rugby Training Squad. Deborah holds honours degrees in Law and Criminology from Griffith University and recently completed a Master of Teaching and Learning\, adding to an already distinguished career spanning elite sport\, governance and education. \n\n\n\nElle Steele is a is a five-time Australian Swimming representative\, Paralympian and Gold medallist\, strategist\, speaker\, founder\, consultant\, and lifelong student of what makes us human. Born with a congenital disability called arthrogryposis\, Elle’s life has been full of moments of great joy and sadness due to the continual change in her physical capabilities. Despite her challenges\, Elle has represented Australia at the 2000 Paralympic Games and later made history as the first woman to play wheelchair rugby for Victoria. With over a decade of experience in leadership\, mentoring\, and inclusion projects\, Elle brings both lived experience and professional expertise to the Freedom Sports Foundation board. She is passionate about making sport accessible for all and is dedicated to shaping programs that champion diversity\, visibility\, and empowerment through inclusive sport. \n\n\n\nAbout the speaker  \n\n\n\nDominique Lamb has a diverse background in corporate affairs\, industrial relations\, and not-for-profits. Dominique was previously the CEO of the National Retail Association and a director of NRA Legal. \n\n\n\nIn her role as CEO\, Dominique advocated on behalf of 60\,000 shop fronts across the country about a diverse range of issues\, including but not limited to crime\, ESG\, youth employment\, industrial relations\, leasing and tenancy\, franchising\, and the digital economy. \n\n\n\nDominique served as the Queensland Small Business Commissioner from December 2022 until October 2025\, where she focused on improving the operating environment for small businesses and reducing the time and cost of resolving disputes. \n\n\n\nFrom October 2025\, Dominique has taken on the role of Director of Community Affairs for the Brisbane Olympic Games\, where she will continue her commitment to community engagement and advocacy. \n\n\n\nBeyond her professional endeavours\, Dominique is deeply committed to social causes\, particularly those addressing domestic and family violence and closing the gap in our regional\, remote\, and rural communities. \n\n\n\nDietary Requirements: If you\, or any of your guests\, have dietary requirements\, please email admin@cairnschamber.com.au immediately after making your booking. We cannot guarantee that dietary requests advised after registration has closed for the event will be catered for. \n\n\n\nBy purchasing a ticket: to any Cairns Chamber of Commerce event\, you acknowledge and consent to being photographed or recorded on video by event photographers. You agree that such images or recordings may be used for promotional and marketing purposes\, including but not limited to social media and other marketing campaigns. \n\n\n\nFor members pricing: You must be logged in on our website. This will apply member discount. Please contact us for any assistance. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Cancellation Policy
URL:https://www.cairnschamber.com.au/event/october-business-luncheon/
LOCATION:Hilton Cairns\, 34 Esplanade\, Cairns
CATEGORIES:Luncheon
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