The Victoria First Nations Clean Energy Gathering

The clean energy transition is unfolding at a rapid pace across Victoria, with solar and onshore/offshore wind farms, battery storage systems, and new electricity transmission projects reshaping the energy landscape.

It’s essential that our people and communities are equipped to manage and explore emerging opportunities in First Nations-led clean energy development and partnerships, as well as understand the risks.

To support this, the First Nations Clean Energy Network are hosting the Victoria First Nations energy gathering, a clean energy workshop on Dja Dja Wurrung Country in Bendigo, Victoria on Tuesday 31st of March. This workshop will be aimed at First Nations people living in Victoria or non-First Peoples who work for Traditional Owner Corporations, who have been involved in energy discussions to date.

Together, we’ll unpack equity agreements in renewable energy projects, the current policy issues as well as have a masterclass from other First Nations groups on negotiating benefits for First Nations communities. 

Workshop details: 

  • Dates: Tuesday 31st of March

  • Time: 10am - 4pm

  • Venue: Larnangurrak, the Dja Dja Wurrung Corporate and Community Centre, 43 Hattam Street, Golden Square

  • Cost: Free of charge - travel and accommodation assistance for community members is available if required.

To ensure there are enough spots for everyone, we will only be able to accommodate a maximum of 4 attendees per Traditional Owner Corporation and accommodation and travel assistance is limited to community members who need assistance in order to attend. 

 

Contact Details

Primary Address

Are you Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander?

Do you work for a Traditional Owner Corporation?

Additional Information

Please specify your age bracket

Which best describes your main employment background?

Other employment background, please specify:

What would you like to get out of the workshops?

Have you been involved in energy negotiations (such as discussions with governments, industry, or utilities) on behalf of your community? If so, please describe your experiences.

Would you like to receive follow-up materials from this workshop, such as discussion summaries, outcome papers, and updates on next steps?

Do you have any medical conditions/access requirements you would like us to be aware of? (disability, vision impairment, wheelchair access, etc.)

Do you need travel and logistics support to attend the workshop?

Please only select this option if required, so we can make sure there’s enough budget to support as many mob as possible.

Travel & Accommodation

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Please tell us where you are travelling from to the event, and where you will be returning after the event

If you require travel assistance, please tell us your full name as it appears on drivers license, passport or other government issued ID

Accommodation

Bendigo Hotel (TBC)

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Thank you so much for showing interest in our Victoria Energy Gathering. This workshop is designed for First Nations people living in Victoria, members or employees within Traditional Owner Corporations. 

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Summary

Terms and Conditions
TERMS & CONDITIONS FOR PARTICIPANTS Please read these terms and conditions of acceptance carefully. ‘The Victoria First Nations Clean Energy Gathering Participant’ includes all participants that have registered for the Victoria First Nations Clean Energy Gathering. Accompanying persons are not included in any component of the official program and are not permitted to attend any of the social functions – this program is strictly for approved Powering Up Program Participants only. As this is a professional business networking program, we thank you for complying with this rule. By participating in the Victoria First Nations Clean Energy Network, you authorise First Nations Clean Energy Network appointed staff to photograph or video you at the event and for these images/recordings to be used in future marketing and public relations activities. Please advise if you wish for your photograph or video footage not to be published anywhere. Liability clause: In coordinating this event, the First Nations Clean Energy Network has used the information supplied by the operators of the relevant services. The First Nations Clean Energy Network has endeavoured to ensure that the information is correct at the time of publishing; however, the First Nations Clean Energy Network accepts no responsibility or liability in respect of such information. While attendance at all itinerary events is compulsory (for example, a lunch), additional activities may be offered at the events (for example, assisting a performer or petting an animal). Participation in any such activity is solely at the discretion of the individual and the First Nations Clean Energy Network will be exempt from all liability in respect of any event, negligent act, omission, accident, personal injury, death, sickness, irregularity, loss or damage whatsoever, howsoever and by whosoever caused. The First Nations Clean Energy Network accepts no responsibility for any loss, damage, omission, accident, detention, diversion or theft in regard to luggage or belongings whatsoever. Pandemic Clause: Due to the ongoing COVID-19 global pandemic, the planning of the program may be different to events you’ve attended previously. As the Events Team navigate ongoing changes with travel restrictions and social distancing policies, your comfort and safety are always front of mind. The Events Team will keep you informed of any changes that may impact your ability to travel and your overall safety. If at any stage you develop any COVID-19 related symptoms prior to your attendance, however mild, we request that you get tested immediately. TERMS & CONDITIONS FOR SPONSORED ATTENDEES By participating in the Victoria First Nations Clean Energy Gathering, you agree that travel is at your own risk and the below expenses are not covered by the First Nations Clean Energy Network: Once the tickets are issued delegates are to contact Tegan at tegan@firstnationscleanenergy.org.au for changes. The First Nations Clean Energy Network will not be responsible for any costs incurred for any changes and cancellations. The First Nations Clean Energy Network takes no responsibility for a Victoria First Nations Clean Energy Gathering Participant who may miss organised travel and accomodation, if the fault is their own. Any additional expense required for you to travel to the event is your own responsibility. Buses, trains: Booked and paid for in advance by the Network. Fuel: Paid at ATO standard rate of $0.88/km - the total cost of fuel for return travel will be transferred dirtectly into your account at least 24hours prior to travel. Breakdowns or vehicle issues: Not covered. Accommodation: Complimentary accommodation is provided for all hosted Victoria First Nation Clean Energy Gathering Participants as per your itinerary, if required. Any other expense incurred at your accommodation (e.g. mini bar, in-room dining, laundry, paid TV and other incidentals) is at your own expense. You will be asked for a credit card as security on check-in. Meals: Meals will be detailed in your itinerary. Liability insurance: if an unforeseen event occurs ie. weather events, participants are eligible to recieve a maximum of 3 days of assistance before and after the event with proof. Any additional coverage will be assessed on case by case basis, Program commitments: By agreeing to attend the Victoria First Nations Clean Energy Gathering, you commit to attend and participate in the following activities as detailed in your itinerary. Other notes: Appropriate travel insurance is the responsibility of the individual and should allow for pandemic (COVID-19) contingencies. When negotiating your travel insurance please ensure time differences are taken into consideration. Travel insurance must be effective from the day of departure up to and including the day you arrive back at your homeport.

Thank You

Thank you for registering to attend the Victoria First Nations Clean Energy Gathering on Tuesday, 31 March.

If you have any questions, please reach out to us at events@firstnationscleanenergy.org.au.

We look forward to hosting you!

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