Visual Connections Australia

Ever wonder what Visual Connections does? A lot goes on behind the scenes at your supplier association to support a sustainable future for our sector - here's just a brief snapshot! https://lnkd.in/gGkUYNdr #print #printing #signage #display #graphics #visualcommunications #packaging #labels #networking #connection #support Mitch Mulligan John Wall peter wagener Russell Cavenagh Ian Martin Luke Wooldridge Andrea Trumble Ben Eaton Peter Harper Robyn Frampton Sarah Moore Charly Blades Robin Griffith Karren Challoner-Miles

Peter Harper was farewelled last Thursday at a special celebration at The Deckhouse in Woolwich. Speeches on behalf of the Visual Connections Board, the operational team and Peter's family celebrated the man and his achievements, and wished him well for his retirement. Pete is still on deck until the end of December, so if you want to send a message or arrange to catch up for coffee, do it soon! Read all about the celebration here: https://buff.ly/3Z7upzS This photo, of the Visual Connections team, courtesy of 🖨️ Carmen Ciappara, Printer Media Group. Karren Challoner-Miles Sarah Moore Charly Blades Robyn Frampton Joy Skeels Elouise F Alex McClelland Mark Canavan Ian Martin Luke Wooldridge Andrea Trumble Russell Cavenagh John Wall Mitch Mulligan

Skills change lives! Young people around the globe are building their future with skills-based training. WorldSkills Australia provides a great platform for apprentices to showcase their skills and promote their trade, and gives students a fantastic opportunity to see what is possible in skills-based careers. Visual Connections is excited to be partnering with WorldSkills Australia for this year's championships and skills show. Find out more about WorldSkills in this video...and watch this space for more as the 2025 Championships draw closer! https://buff.ly/3UKsKPF #skills #apprenticeships #newtalent #WorldSkills WorldSkills Australia Karren Challoner-Miles Sarah Moore Charly Blades Robyn Frampton Joy Skeels Peter Harper Alex McClelland Mark Canavan Ian Martin Luke Wooldridge Andrea Trumble Russell Cavenagh John Wall Mitch Mulligan

One of the great things about trade shows is the opportunity to gather information, ideas and inspiration - not just from the exhibition, but from seminars and presentations. The PacPrint 2025 Forum Series will bring you the latest on trends, technologies, business and more - and organisers are keen to hear from leaders, innovators and experts who would like to present. If you would like to be involved, contact the team at communications@visualmediaassociation.org.au Karren Challoner-Miles Sarah Moore Charly Blades Robyn Frampton Joy Skeels Peter Harper Alex McClelland Mark Canavan Ian Martin Luke Wooldridge Andrea Trumble Russell Cavenagh John Wall Mitch Mulligan Kellie Northwood (MAICD) London Mills Phillip Mariette #pacprint #printexpoaus #printing #printfinishing #signage #displays #wideformatprinting #textileprinting #engraving #illuminatedsigns

It's not too late! If you would like to join us at The Deckhouse, Woolwich this coming Thursday 28 November, there's no time to lose! Help celebrate Peter Harper's career, meet our new Executive General Manager - Association, Karren Challoner-Miles, and enjoy a great evening of networking. Limited places left, so don't delay - book your place today! https://buff.ly/4h678GO

It was a great day yesterday in Melbourne, when just over 50 golfers gathered at Sandhurst Golf Club for a day of fun competition. Scores were close but it was Team Exponet – Richard Stehn, Jason Wong, Steve Todorov and Ulie Preciado – who took out first prize, presented by Ian Parsonson, MD of the event’s Platinum Sponsor, HEXIS. Congratulations to all who took part! Read the whole story here: https://buff.ly/3YXZCpk (Gallery to come - watch this space!) Karren Challoner-Miles Sarah Moore Charly Blades Robyn Frampton Joy Skeels Peter Harper Alex McClelland Mark Canavan Ian Martin Luke Wooldridge Andrea Trumble Russell Cavenagh John Wall Mitch Mulligan

Could not be a more beautiful day in Melbourne for our inaugural Visual Connections Victorian Golf Day! The sun is shining at Sandhurst Golf Club, and our teams are all fired up for a day of fun and friendly competition. We'll bring you more highlights as the day goes on! Karren Challoner-Miles Sarah Moore Charly Blades Robyn Frampton Joy Skeels Peter Harper Alex McClelland Mark Canavan Ian Martin Luke Wooldridge Andrea Trumble Russell Cavenagh John Wall Mitch Mulligan

Without sponsors, we'd never get off the first tee, so we want to give another shout-out to our Platinum Sponsor Hexis Aust Pty Ltd, Drinks Cart Sponsor Currie Group, Gold Sponsors Durst, GEL Events, Graphic Art Mart Pty Ltd, ORAFOL Australia Pty Ltd and Spicers Australia, and novelty hole sponsors Bottcher Australia, Get Rigged Pty Ltd, Labels Plus Magazine and Signarama. It's companies like you, stepping up as sponsors, who make it possible to run our industry events - so THANK YOU! Karren Challoner-Miles Sarah Moore Charly Blades Robyn Frampton Joy Skeels Peter Harper Alex McClelland Mark Canavan Ian Martin Luke Wooldridge Andrea Trumble Russell Cavenagh John Wall Mitch Mulligan

Q&A - Luke Wooldridge - National Products Manager, HVG Graphics Media, and Director of Visual Connections Q: Why do you think Visual Connections is important? A: The Association's goals are to advance and promote the print, signage and visual communications industries, and to support a sustainable future for our sector. It is a pleasure to be part of a motivated and talented Board that is willing to take off our 'competitors hats' and work together to help present quality trade shows, educational and networking events - and many other initiatives - that help achieve those vitally important goals. Karren Challoner-Miles Sarah Moore Charly Blades Robyn Frampton Joy Skeels Peter Harper Alex McClelland Mark Canavan Ian Martin Luke Wooldridge Andrea Trumble Russell Cavenagh John Wall Mitch Mulligan

There's nothing like seeing the eyes of students light up when the see what our industry does...and start imagining a career in print, sign and visual communications! We love getting out to the Careers Expos with our Sign & Print Career Connections stand, and connecting with bright, motivated and talented young people as they talk to the experts and have a go at our 'Try-a-Trade' activities. It's hands on fun, with a serious purpose...and a firm eye on the future. Find out more about the program at https://buff.ly/3ZQmjhc Karren Challoner-Miles Sarah Moore Charly Blades Robyn Frampton Joy Skeels Peter Harper Alex McClelland Mark Canavan Ian Martin Luke Wooldridge Andrea Trumble Russell Cavenagh John Wall Mitch Mulligan