Australian Business Forum

Lisa Goodhand

This presentation will cover important industry information relating to; Agribusiness, Biotechnology, Building & Construction, Consumer Goods, Financial Services, ICT, Health & Wellbeing, Mining, Professional Services, Green Building & Technology, highlighting where key opportunities exist.

KPMG recently published a report on "Demystifying Chinese Investment: China's Outbound Direct Investment in Australia". This presentation wil cover key findings and provide insight on future trends.

Bruce McLaughlin, an Australian business consultant will present firsthand experience an insight on the following challenges:
a. Getting FIRB approval
b. What to do after you get FIRB approval, next steps
c. Understanding local Australian media

Representatives from three of China’s most recognised & famous companies will join in a panel discussion about doing business in Australia addressing the key challenges. It is also an opportunity for the audience to also engage in live discussion.

Setting up a company in Australia can be complex and understanding the legal environment confusing. This topic is intended to dispel the myths and introduce the most relevant legal considerations for start up investment projects.

Taxes are an unavoidable part of business that all investors and business people alike need to get an understanding of. This presentation will cover the key issues with regards to Australian tax and exchange control issues.

The financial services system is Australia has different rules and regulations. What is the best way for a Chinese company investing in Australia to manage issues, such as foreign currency exchange and business banking? This presentation will address key banking considerations.

The winner of the China Youth Organisation competition will present a short introduction addressing ‘Why Australian companies should invest in Australian graduates with Chinese language skills’. An opportunity to be inspired by Chinese speaking Australians!

Whilst finding a good investment opportunity and correctly structuring it is on the top of the list for Chinese entrepreneurs and companies, ensuring they and their staff have the appropriate visa is also necessary. This presentation will look at the latest developments in Australia’s migration policy with regards to business & investment visas.

The Australian migration policy changes regularly. This presentation will cover the latest developments in employment related visa and other visa option in Australia.

Our final session for the day is a panel session presented by our Visa experts. It will allow our audience an opportunity to engage and ask their specific questions.