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• DIVISIONAL EVENT (Queensland) You are Invited - AIOP QLD End-of-Year & Christmas Celebration!

  • When
    18 Nov 2025
  •  
    6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
  • Location
    Stanton Brasserie, Bar & Pizzeria, 226 Queen Street, Brisbane
  • Spaces left
    25

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  You are Invited - AIOP QLD End-of-Year & Christmas Celebration!
  

  As 2025 draws to a close, we are thrilled to invite our valued members and sponsors to a special evening of celebration, connection, and gratitude.
  
  Since our relaunch in March, the Queensland Division of AIOP has achieved incredible milestones and it is all thanks to your unwavering support. Now it is time to celebrate everything we have accomplished together!

  
  

  Date: 18 November, 2025

  Time: 5:30pm arrival for 6.00pm start | 8.00pm close

  Venue: Stanton Cafe & Bar, Queens Plaza, 226 Queen Street

  Inclusions

  • A welcome drink on arrival 
  • Canapés throughout the evening
  • An introduction to the amazing venues under the Rebelo umbrella
    

  Tickets:

  • Members: Included with membership

  • Non-Members: $20.00 AUD per person

  This fabulous event will be hosted by the fabulous Lea Rebelo, owner of The Wolf and Stanton.

  About the Venues & The Rebelo Group:
  

  The Rebelo Group is a visionary hospitality collective known for curating exceptional dining experiences across Brisbane. With a passion for artisan cuisine, elegant design, and community connection, their venues offer the perfect blend of sophistication and warmth.
  
  The Stanton is a loft-style brasserie, bar & pizzeria nestled in the heart of Brisbane’s CBD, offering a sophisticated urban escape with sweeping views over Queen Street Mall. With vintage charm and modern flair Stanton is the perfect blend of elegance and comfort and it is ideal for both intimate gatherings and vibrant celebrations.
  
  The Wolf is the sister venue of The Stanton and is a bold and eclectic space inspired by the soulful eateries of Madrid, Florence, and Barcelona. Part deli, part wine bar, and part fine-dining destination, it has a vibrant atmosphere and is a feast for the senses and a true design standout.
  
  Together, these venues reflect Lea Rebelo’s passion for hospitality and her commitment to creating unforgettable experiences.
  

  Coming in 2026:
  

  The Rebelo Group continues to expand its footprint with two exciting new venues set to open in 2026.
  
  The Greenhouse, located in Newstead, will be a lush, botanical-inspired sanctuary celebrating seasonal produce, sustainability, and relaxed luxury. With an emphasis on garden-to-table dining and immersive greenery, The Greenhouse will offer a refreshing escape from the urban pace, perfect for long lunches, twilight cocktails, and weekend brunches.
  
  The Community, opening in Brisbane Square, will be a dynamic social hub designed to foster connection, creativity, and collaboration. Blending café culture with co-working energy and event versatility, The Community will feature curated food offerings, flexible meeting spaces, and a calendar of cultural activations. It is set to become a go-to destination for Brisbane’s thinkers, makers, and movers.
  
  These upcoming venues further showcase The Rebelo Group’s commitment to innovation, inclusivity, and elevating Brisbane’s hospitality landscape.
  

  Spots are limited, so don’t miss out!

  Please RSVP by 11 November, 2025  by registering here.

  We are looking forward to welcoming you and enjoying an evening of connection, collaboration and celebration!

  Connie Messina
  AIOP Queensland Division President

  Please note that photo and video material will be collected at this event for possible future publications. By attending, guests give their consent for such material to be published and for your name and email to be shared with the Rebelo Group.

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• DIVISIONAL EVENT (WA) You are Invited - AIOP WA Christmas Event

  • When
    25 Nov 2025
  •  
    5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
  • Location
    Chelsea Social, 334 Murray Street, Perth

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  You are Invited - AIOP WA Christmas EVENT: Burnout, breakthroughs and big-hearted giving

  As the year winds down, we invite you to pause, reflect, and recharge with the AIOP WA Division Committee and our inspiring guest speakers Kathy Ozakovic and Eugenia Gallo—two powerhouse women redefining what it means to lead with wellness and emotional strength.

  Date: 25 November, 2025

  Time: 5:30pm to 7:30pm 

  Venue: Chelsea Social, 334 Murray Street, Perth

  Inclusions

  • A welcome drink on arrival 
  • Delicious Food
  • A chance to win a door prize!

  Tickets: Register Here by the 25 November 2025.

  • Members: $20.00 AUD per person

  • Non-Members: $40.00 AUD per person

   Quitting the Quick Fix: How to Heal from and Prevent Burnout

  Presented by Kathy Ozakovic – Health & Wellness Strategist, Founder of NuFit Wellness
  Kathy’s story is raw, real, and transformational. From heartbreak to healing, she’ll guide you through the Burnout to Breakthrough Method—a practical and empowering approach to reclaiming your energy and rewriting your story.
  You’ll walk away with:

  • Tools to spot and prevent burnout
  • Clarity on staying within your scope outside work
  • A roadmap for lasting change

   Burnout-Proof Leadership: Emotional Mastery for Work, Life & the Humans You Love

  Presented by Eugenia Gallo – Emotional Intelligence & Leadership Consultant, Founder of Creators Will Create
  Eugenia brings the emotional reset we all need. Learn how to decode your emotions, expand your “window of tolerance,” and lead with clarity—not overwhelm.
  You’ll walk away with:

  • A fast tool to process emotions in real time
  • Insights into emotional intelligence as a leadership superpower
  • Strategies to hold space for yourself and others

   A Gift from the Heart

  This season, we’re opening our hearts to children in a local domestic violence refuge. Please bring a gift suitable for:

  • Toddlers (2 years and under)
  • Teenagers (both boys and girls)

  Your generosity will bring joy and comfort to those who need it most. Thank you for helping us make a meaningful difference.

  Sue McComasky
  AIOP Western Australia Division President

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• DIVISIONAL EVENT (Victoria) An Evening with AIOP & Rachael Bonetti

  • When
    26 Nov 2025
  •  
    5:30 PM - 8:00 PM
  • Location
    Dive Bar at Crowne Plaza Melbourne
  • Spaces left
    16

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  The Victorian Division is thrilled to celebrate the end of The Year of Engagement and wishes to invite our members, sponsors and wider community to an evening of connection, collaboration and celebration! Rachael Bonetti will be joining Janice Parker for a high-value fireside chat on how to position yourself as a next-gen business support professional.

  Rachael Bonetti is a globally recognised thought leader, keynote speaker, and corporate trainer transforming the executive assistant profession. With a 27-year career supporting CEOs, Chairs, and a billionaire across global markets, she now works with executive assistants and executive teams to build strategic partnerships that amplify performance, reduce reactivity, and unlock high-impact collaboration.

  As the founder of The Elite EA Academy, a Forbes Australia contributor, and host of the podcast Rewrite the Playbook, Rachael’s work reshapes what’s possible for the profession - empowering EAs to show up as trusted advisors, strategic operators, and next-gen talent in a fast-evolving world.

  Date: Wednesday 26th November

  Time: 5:30pm arrival for 6:00pm start | close at 8:00/8:30pm

  Venue: Dive Bar at Crowne Plaza Melbourne

  We are delighted to be partnering with IHG Hotels & Resorts as our venue sponsor. For over three decades, Crowne Plaza Melbourne has played a definitive role in our city's history as one of our go-to event venues. After an extensive refurbishment that was completed in 2020, we are excited to showcase the "new" Crowne Plaza to our attendees who will enjoy the evening in a space reminiscent of the dive bars of New York's East Village.

  Tickets:

  • Members: Included with membership

  • Non-Members: $15.00 AUD per person

  This gathering will be focused on meaningful conversations, practical insights, and peer connection. It is all about bringing together the people who keep our businesses running.

  Spots are limited, so don’t miss out! Please RSVP by Wednesday 19th November by registering here.

  Janice Parker

  AIOP Victorian Division President

  *Please note that photo and video material will be collected at this event for possible future publications. By attending, guests give their consent for such material to be published and for your name and email to be shared with our venue sponsor.

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• National Webinar - Cyber Awareness for Our Digital World

  • When
    4 Feb 2026
  •  
    12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
  • Location
    ZOOM
  • Spaces left
    123
  • Registered
    6 registrants

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  Think about just how reliant you and your colleagues are on digital communications, and the extent to which you and your family rely personally on all your hardware devices. Cyber criminals (threat actors) are aware of this, and they continually evolve their practices. EAs, leadership teams and boards are particularly attractive targets, and so the extent to which you’re cyber aware can benefit you both professionally and personally.

  Learning Objectives

  • When data goes astray: potential implications of a cyber breach
  • What hackers don't want you to know about their strategies to extract personal and business data
  • Cyber awareness: how to recognise and mitigate cyber risks

  Date: Wednesday 4 February 2026
  
  Time: 12.30PM AEDT

  Format: 45-minute webinar + 15-minute live Q&A
  
  Registration: Online registration here (zoom link provided day prior to webinar)
  
  Ticket Prices:
  
      Members - No charge.
      Non-members - $15.00 per person.
      ZOOM opens 5 minutes prior to the commencement time.

  Meet Your Speaker: Shelagh Donnelly

  Highly regarded for the training she delivers on resilience, communications, relationship management and more, Shelagh brings insights that are both pragmatic and uplifting. She’s been referred to as a cybersecurity whisperer, and has delivered cyber awareness training for assistants and leaders around the globe, including sessions for EAs of the USA’s National Basketball Association (NBA). Shelagh will bring practical tips to help you recognise and reduce cyber vulnerabilities in both your career and personal life.
  

  Authentic, expert and inspiring, Shelagh (pronounced "Sheila") Donnelly walked your walk for almost three decades. She spent much of that time in the C-Suite, and wrapped up her office career after a decade as a governance professional. Assistants around the globe have been turning to Shelagh’s Exceptional EA website since 2013 for future-focused career insights and Shelagh’s interviews with assistants from 22 countries.

  With a career spanning economic booms and recessions, a corporate merger, the dissolution of a public institution and its successor’s emergence, Shelagh’s career has been one of resilience, ambition and adaptability. As an EA, she established internal networks, led teams and multiple projects, initiated annual staff conferences, spoke at national and international conferences, and chaired a national board of directors. She’s also had the benefit of having her own assistants. Now, Shelagh travels internationally to challenge, educate and inspire assistants who want to thrive while performing at a high level. Some AIOP members have already experienced Shelagh’s training style firsthand, when she spoke in Sydney in 2023. Her presentations are grounded in firsthand experience, research and governance expertise, and reflect a healthy sense of fun.

  Rachel Hall FAIOP

  National President

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• National Webinar - Meet Microsoft 365 - more than just Excel, Word & Outlook

  • When
    11 Mar 2026
  •  
    12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
  • Location
    ZOOM
  • Spaces left
    122
  • Registered
    8 registrants

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  You’re juggling calendars, swamped with email, and somehow still have a to-do list a mile long. Sound familiar?

  In this exclusive 1-hour session, Microsoft 365 specialist and admin systems expert Marianne Tansley will show you 5 simple swaps inside Microsoft 365 that can give you back the equivalent of 60 workdays a year.

  No tech wizardry required - just straightforward, practical changes that fit the real-life demands of busy office professionals. You’ll walk away with immediate, actionable changes you can make in your daily workflow to reduce overwhelm and reclaim time for the 100 other things already on your plate.

  ❌ Not for: People who’d rather stay stuck in email all day

  Date: Wednesday 11 March 2026
  
  Time: 12.30PM AEDT

  Format: 45-minute webinar + 15-minute live Q&A
  
  Registration: Online registration here (zoom link provided day prior to webinar)
  
  Ticket Prices:
  
      Members - No charge.
      Non-members - $15.00 per person.
      ZOOM opens 5 minutes prior to the commencement time.

  Meet Your Speaker: Marianne Tansley

  Marianne Tansley is a Systems Strategist and Microsoft 365 specialist who helps admin professionals streamline the way they work. With a career spent supporting executives and teams across government, not-for-profits and corporate workplaces, Marianne understands the pressure of endless to-do lists and competing priorities. Her practical, no-jargon approach shows you how to make smart use of Microsoft 365 and other systems so you can save time, cut double-handling, and focus on the work that really matters.

  Rachel Hall FAIOP

  National President

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