ANZCCJ x JABCC x JNZBC - 2024 Shinnenkai

Mark your calendars and prepare for a sensational start to 2024!

ANZCCJ is pleased to welcome members and friends to our annual Shinnenkai in collaboration with friends from the Japan Australia Business Co-operation Committee (JABCC) and the Japan New Zealand Business Council (JNZBC) to be held at the Imperial Hotel Tokyo on Thursday 25 January, 2024.

Join special guests, Australian Ambassador to Japan, HE Mr Justin Hayhurst; New Zealand Ambassador to Japan, HE Mr Hamish Cooper; Chairman of the JABCC, Mr Michiaki Hirose; and Chairman of the JNZBC, Mr Akira Ichikawa in raising a glass to a successful and exciting year ahead, as we enjoy a night of networking over a delicious buffet meal and fine Australian wines provided by by Penfolds, as well as Coopers beer and soft drinks.

Date: Thursday, 25 January 2024

Time: 18:30–21:00

Venue: Imperial Hotel Tokyo Sakura Room 4F, 1 Chome-1-1 Uchisaiwaicho, Chiyoda City, Tokyo 100-8558

Price: ¥15,000 for ANZCCJ/JABCC/JNZBC Members | ¥18,000 for Non-members

Registration by: 5pm on Friday 19 January 2024

Note: *One complimentary ticket can be used per Platinum and Gold Sponsor

Note: **This event sells out each year so get in quick to secure your tickets!

In the wake of the 1 January Noto Peninsula earthquake, our hearts go out to all those affected by this tragic event. Our deepest sympathies to the communities grappling with the aftermath.

To assist those going through challenging times and contribute to the rebuilding of the affected areas so we have decided to hold a charity raffle and auction at our Shinnenkai.

Proceeds from this initiative will go to the Japanese Red Cross Society, whose relief teams have been working around the clock to save lives and protect the health and dignity of the affected people in Noto Peninsula.

We have already secured some fantastic prizes from our very generous members but if you would like to donate a prize for our event, please contact ANZCCJ Executive Director, Craig Usmar at craig.usmar@anzccj.jp

1. Payment is required at time of purchase of tickets. Please note that unpaid registrations will not be added to the guest list. No shows/cancellations will not be refunded as places are limited.
2. If you have any dietary requests, please email us at hiroki.matsumiya@anzccj.jp
3. ANZCCJ will be taking photos throughout the event, which may include faces of guests. These photos will be used by ANZCCJ on our website and other material. By participating in this event, we wish to let you know that your photo may be taken. If you have any questions or concerns about this, please email us or let us know at the event registration desk on the day.

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カレンダーに印をつけて、2024 年の素晴らしいスタートに備えましょう！

日豪経済委員会（JABCC）および日本ニュージーランド経済委員会（JNZBC）との共催で、2024年1月25日（木）に帝国ホテル東京にて開催される恒例の新年会に、ANZCCJは会員の皆様をご招待いたします。

特別ゲストのジャスティン・ヘイハースト駐日オーストラリア大使、ヘイミッシュ・クーパー駐日ニュージーランド大使、広瀬道明JABCC会長、市川晃JNZBC会長とともに、ビュッフェ形式のお食事とペンフォールズ社提供のオーストラリアワイン、クーパーズビール、ソフトドリンクを楽しみながら、来年の成功を祈念して乾杯しましょう。

開催日：2024年1月25日（木）

時間： 18:30-21:00

会場：帝国ホテル 東京 桜の間 4F 〒100-8558 東京都千代田区内幸町1-1-1

参加費：ANZCCJ/JABCC/JNZBC会員15,000円、非会員18,000円

お申込締め切り： 2024年1月19日 午後5時まで

注: ANZCCJの*プラチナ・スポンサー、ゴールド・スポンサー1社につき1枚の無料チケットをご利用いただけます。

注： **このイベントは毎年完売しておりますので、お早めにお申し込みください！

1月1日に発生した能登半島地震で被災された皆様に心よりお見舞い申し上げます。

被災地の一日も早い復興を願い、新年会ではチャリティー抽選会とオークションを開催することとなりました。

この活動の収益は、能登半島で被災された方々の安全と健康と尊厳を守るため、24時間体制で救援活動を行っている日本赤十字社に寄付されます。

すでに会員の皆様から数多くの豪華な賞品をご提供いただいておりますが、さらにご寄贈をご希望される方は、クレイグ・アズマーまでご連絡ください。

１：チケット購入時にお支払いをお願いします。未入金の登録はゲストリストに追加されませんのでご注意ください。お席に限りがございますので、キャンセル・欠席の場合の返金は致しかねます。

２：お食事についてご希望、ご確認がございましたら、hiroki.matsumiya@anzccj.jp までご連絡ください。

３：イベント中にANZCCJが写真を撮影します。これらの写真はANZCCJのウェブサイトやその他の資料で使用されます。このイベントへご参加いただく場合は、写真撮影の対象となることをご了承くださいませ。ご質問やご心配事がある場合は、イベント当日の受付またはメールでご連絡ください。

The Australian and New Zealand Chamber of Commerce in Japan Annual General Meeting (AGM) and 2023-2025 Executive Council Election will be held at the Pullman Tokyo Tamachi from 6:30PM - 7:15PM on Friday 08 December 2023. Featuring annual reports on the Chamber's activities and finances from ANZCCJ Chair Sally Townsend and Treasurer Masatoshi Kitajima, the AGM is open to all ANZCCJ Members who wish to attend.

The AGM will be followed by end-of-year celebrations and networking (Bonenkai) from 7:15PM - 9:00PM, which will be open to non-members.

Date: Friday 08 December 2023

Time: 6:30PM - 9:00PM (Doors open at 6:00PM)

Venue: Pullman Tokyo Tamachi - 3-1-21 Shibaura, Minato-ku, 108-0023 Tokyo

Price: ANZCCJ Members ¥13,500 | Non-members (eligible to attend Bonenkai only) ¥15,000

*Note: Members who wish to attend the AGM ONLY will not be charged for attendance.

Registration: By Wed 05 December 2023

Agenda:

Annual General Meeting - Banquet Room

6:00PM - Doors Open

6:30PM - Opening Remarks - MC

6:35PM - Chair's Report - Sally Townsend

6:40PM - Treasurer's Report - Masatoshi Kitajima

6:45PM - Questions from Membership - Facilitated by MC

6:55PM - 2023-2025 Executive Council Election - Collection of Ballots

7:00PM - Election Voting Closed

7:15PM - Election Results Announced - Craig Usmar, Executive Director

Bonenkai - End of Year Celebration - Banquet Room and Platform 9 Rooftop Bar

7:15PM - 9:00PM - Buffet and free flow drinks including Penfold’s wines

(1) 2023 - 2025 Executive Council Election - Nominations

Nominations for the Executive Council are now open. Please complete the nomination form distributed to all Members on 03 November 2023 and return to the secretariat exec.director@anzccj.jp . Nominations close at 5pm on 29 Nov 2023. Candidates will be announced 30 Nov 2023.

• What is the role of the Executive Council? - The Executive Council is the governing body of the ANZCCJ, consisting of 12 Councillors. As a group, the Executive Council determines the Chamber’s policies and priorities and oversees its financial affairs. The main roles and responsibilities of Executive Council members include:
• Furthering the Chamber’s core mission, setting key strategic objectives and ensuring activities align.
• Helping the ANZCCJ deliver real value for its members, as well as outreach to new and potentially beneficial members.
• Being a senior representative for the ANZCCJ, attending ANZCCJ meetings and events.
• Actively participating in or chairing one or more ANZCCJ committees or working groups that deal with specific issues or initiatives, acting as a liaison between the Executive Council and that Committee/working group. This initiative will draw from the EC members’ strengths and skills, align with their current profession or interests, and provide further learning and development opportunities.
• Acting as MC or moderator at events, particularly those related to the Committee with which the council member is affiliated.
• Overseeing the Secretariat’s management of the ANZCCJ’s operations.
• Who can become a member of the Executive Council? - All current members of the ANZCCJ are eligible for nomination to the Executive Council. According to the ANZCCJ Constitution, the Executive Council must consist of:
• at least seven (7) Councillors from companies holding Corporate Membership
• at least two (2) members of Australian companies holding Corporate Membership
• at least one (1) member of a New Zealand company holding Corporate Membership
• at least two (2) members holding Individual Membership
• The Executive Council will require at least one member holding Corporate Membership for the 2023-2025 Executive Council Election.

(2) 2023 - 2025 Executive Council Election - Voting Process

• How do I vote? - Companies with Corporate Sponsorship and Individual members of the Chamber each have one vote with a weighted value (Platinum 4, Gold 4, Silver 4, Bronze 3, Individual 1). For example, a Platinum Sponsor company can submit one vote, which will carry a weighted value of 4. Those with Individual memberships can also submit one vote, which will carry a weighted value of 1.
• Absentee and proxy voting - To ensure that the Executive Council Election reflects the wishes of our full membership base, we strongly encourage members who cannot attend to submit their votes through absentee or proxy vote forms, to be distributed to all members on 01 December. Please note that the absentee voting period will close at 5pm on 07 December.
• In-person voting - At the AGM on 08 December 2023.
• If you have any questions regarding the AGM or voting process, please contact ANZCCJ's Executive Director at exec.director@anzccj.jp or 03-4400-2972.

Note:

1. Payment is required at time of purchase of tickets. If your payment will be late due to your company's financial procedures, contact us at hiroki.matsumiya@anzccj.jp as soon as you have completed your registration. Please note that unpaid registrations will not be added to the guest list.
2. No shows/cancellations will not be refunded as places are limited.
3. If you have any dietary requests, please email us at hiroki.matsumiya@anzccj.jp
4. ANZCCJ will be taking photos throughout the event, which may include faces of guests. These photos will be used by ANZCCJ on our website and other material. By participating in this event, we wish to let you know that your photo may be taken. If you have any questions or concerns about this, please email us or let us know at the event registration desk on the day.

ANZCCJ, in collaboration with the South Australian, Victorian, Western Australian and Queensland State government offices in Japan, supported by the Australian Embassy, Austrade and Shizenkan University, invites members and guests to join an Australian Innovation Showcase on 4 December 2023. Hear from some of Australia’s most dynamic and exciting startups which have been selected to participate in the Tokyo Metropolitan Government’s startup business matching initiative, Innovation Leaders Summit (ILS). Covering a wide range of sectors from digital and regenerative medicine to decarbonization, space and aviation, each startup will introduce their company’s tech through concise pitch sessions, and representatives from Tokyo Metropolitan Government and Shizenkan University, along with Austrade General Manager Elizabeth Cox, will also give us an overview of strategies in place to grow further collaboration between Japan and Australia’s startup ecosystems. This will be followed by networking with fine Australian wines from ANZCCJ member, Myriad Wine, and canapes.

Speakers include representatives from:

• ANT61
• aKin
• HIVERY
• Millibeam
• SmartAIConnect
• IMRnext
• Curvecrete
• Sleeptite
• Powerledger
• eBottli
• THIRTY4
• ExpertEase AI
• entX
• AgUnity

Date: Monday, 04 December 2023

Venue: Shizenkan University - Nihonbashi Takashimaya Mitsui Bldg 17F, 5-1, Nihonbashi 2-Chome, Chuo-ku, Tokyo 103 – 6117 access map

Registration: Open until 17:00 Monday, 27 November 2023

Time: 15:00 - 18:00 Innovation and Start-up Showcase & Networking *including light refreshments – Australian fine wines from Myriad Wine and canapes

Cost: Free

Note: Capacity is limited to 80 people - tickets allocated via a lottery system on 28 November 2023

New Zealand Insights: ESG Edition

ニュージーランドのESGについて学ぶ

Safeguarding the environment, company culture, and leadership face increased scrutiny as the international importance of ESGs become more widely acknowledged. New Zealand businesses have made significant progress in integrating these considerations in innovative ways into their business practices. The ESG landscape in New Zealand is continuously evolving with businesses engaging with the environment around them, their own teams and the wider community.

The Embassy of New Zealand in partnership with ANZCCJ is pleased to announce an ESG-focused seminar at which five New Zealand companies will share their unique journeys. We invite ANZCCJ members to join us on 1 November 2023 in Tokyo, come along to broaden your network and deepen the discussion on ESG initiatives.

Speakers include:

• Yoshifumi Imamura – Japan Country Manager, GEO40
• Motoko Murata – Japan Country Manager, Mainfreight
• Kaz Udagawa – Japan Country Manager, Cogo
• Ikuo Aisaka – Japan Country Manager, The New Zealand Merino Company
• Yohei Hanao - President, ecostore JAPAN

ESGの重要性が国際的に広く認識されるようになり、環境保全、企業文化、リーダーシップの全てがより厳しく問われるようになってきています。ニュージーランド企業は近年、ESGをビジネス慣行に組み込むことに革新的な進歩を遂げております。ニュージーランドのESGの状況は、各企業が周囲の環境、自社のチーム、より広い地域社会、そしてリーダーシップと関わる方法を生み出しながら、絶えず進化し続けています。

ニュージーランド大使館はANZCCJとの共催で、ニュージーランド企業5社によるESGセミナーを開催いたします。2023年11月1日に東京で開催されるこのセミナーに、ANZCCJ会員の皆様をご招待いたします。様々な分野の方々とのネットワークを広げ、ESGへの取り組みについて議論を深めるチャンスです。

スピーカーは以下の通り：

- 今村 吉文 - 日本カントリーマネージャー, GEO40

- 村田 元子 - 日本支社長, メインフレイト

- 宇田川 和宏 - 日本カントリー・マネージャー, Cogo

- 相坂 育夫 – 日本カントリー・マネージャー, ニュージーランド・メリノ・カンパニー

- 花生 洋平 - 社長, エコストア・ジャパン

Details:

Date: Wednesday, 1st November 2023

Time: 14:30 - 17:00 pm (Doors open 14:15)

Location: New Zealand Embassy - 20-40 Kamiyamacho, Shibuya City, Tokyo 150-0047

Networking: Canapes and Refreshments

***NOTE - THIS EVENT IS IN JAPANESE****

Expanding upon the success of our inaugural "Kiwi Aussie Mixer," the ANZCCJ is delighted to unveil the second installment of this networking gem, celebrating the spirit of camaraderie and the joy of coming together.

Please join us from 6 - 8 pm on 19 October at the Pullman Tamachi Tokyo for this gathering, offering an ideal platform to cultivate meaningful connections, partake in casual conversations, and broaden your network.

Our aspiration is to not merely host an event but establish a cherished tradition – an evening dedicated to honoring the sense of community, friendship, and bond shared among our Kiwi and Aussie members!

Date: Thurs 19 October 2023

Time: 6:00PM - 8:00PM

Venue: Pullman Tokyo Tamachi 〒108-0023 Tokyo, 3 Chome−1−21 Shibaura Minato (Map) - Lobby Bar

Menu: Free-flow drinks and finger food

Price: ¥5,000

Foreign investment plays a pivotal role in both Australia and Japan's economies. In Australia, it injects capital into critical industries, enhances infrastructure, and generates employment. This financial influx also boosts tax revenues, supporting vital services, enhances export opportunities and fosters innovation by introducing new technologies and businesses. Similarly, in Japan, foreign direct investment strengthens economic growth and regional revival bolstering the Japanese economy's potential. The bilateral relationship is stronger than ever – forming a strong economic, trade, security and strategic partnership.

ANZCCJ, in collaboration with the Australian Treasury, invites members and guests to join us on 19 October 2023, for a panel discussion on the Developments Foreign Investment Frameworks and Trends in Australian and Japan.



The panel will delve into Australia and Japan's foreign investment landscape including (i) updates on the Australian economy and foreign investment framework (ii) Japan’s ambitious strategy to attract 100 trillion yen in foreign capital; (iii) foreign investment trends across Australia and Japan – including the carbon neutral economy; and (iv) addressing the challenges to foreign expansion opportunities; market entry and growth.

Speakers include:

• Roxanne Kelley - Deputy Secretary, International, Foreign Investment, Corporate and Law Group – Australian Treasury
• Fujiko Amano - Director for Investment Collaboration, Investment Facilitation Division -Trade and Economic Cooperation Bureau – Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI)
• Elizabeth Cox - Minister (Commercial), Australian Embassy and General Manager, North East Asia, Austrade
• Eriko Asai – Co-Founder & Partner, Trinity Indo-Pacific Partners
• Michael Cojerian - Country Manager – Japan, Korea, Taiwan, Fortescue Future Industries

Opening remarks:

• Peter Roberts OAM – Deputy Head of Mission of the Australian Embassy in Japan

Moderator:

• Jessica Robinson - Minister-Counsellor (Economic), Australian Treasury

Date: Thursday, 19 October 2023

Venue: Australian Embassy, Tokyo 2-1-14 Mita, Minato-ku Tokyo 108-8361 access map

RSVP: 17:00 Friday, 13 October 2023

Time: 09:30 - 12:00 Panel Discussion & Networking Function (incl. canapes and refreshments)

Cost: Free

Note #1: Capacity is limited to 60 people - tickets allocated via a lottery system on Monday, 16 October 2023

Note #2: Photo ID (drivers’ license, passport, health insurance card or foreigner’s residence card) is required for access to the Australian Embassy. Company ID and business card not acceptable.

Mark your calendars and prepare for a sensational summer celebration. The highly anticipated ANZCCJ Premium Food & Wine Party is making its grand return for 2023 – and this time, we're bringing the festivities to the beach to experience the culinary culture of Australia and New Zealand!

Join us on 15 September at The Beach BBQ in Toyosu for a balmy summer's evening BBQ al fresco, prepared by Meat and Livestock Australia`s Beef Ambassador , “Aussie Beef Mate” Mr Sho Tanaka, Pullman Tokyo Tamachi’s executive chef Mr Koji Fukuda and sous chef Mr Hiroki “Hulk” Kato, showcasing Australian and New Zealand sourced ingredients. While the grill is sizzling, sit back and stay cool with an array of Australian and New Zealand wines provided by Penfolds and Jeroboam Fine Wine Club, as well as Coopers beer and soft drinks.

Date: Friday 15 September 2023

Time: 18:30-21:00 (Doors open at 18:00)

Venue: The Beach BBQ Toyosu - 6 Chome-5 Toyosu, Koto City, Tokyo 135-0061, Japan

Price: ¥13,500 for Members | ¥15,000 for Non-members

Dress code: Smart Casual/Cool Biz

Registration by: 5pm on Friday 08 September 2023

Note: ***This event sells out each year so get in quick to secure your tickets!

1. Payment is required at time of purchase of tickets. Please note that unpaid registrations will not be added to the guest list. No shows/cancellations will not be refunded as places are limited.
2. If you have any dietary requests, please email us at craig.usmar@anzccj.jp
3. ANZCCJ will be taking photos throughout the event, which may include faces of guests. These photos will be used by ANZCCJ on our website and other material. By participating in this event, we wish to let you know that your photo may be taken. If you have any questions or concerns about this, please email us or let us know at the event registration desk on the day.

ANZCCJ プレミアム・フード＆ワイン・パーティー

カレンダーに印をつけて、センセーショナルな夏の祭典に備えよう。待望のANZCCJプレミアム・フード＆ワイン・パーティーが、2023年に再び開催されます。今回は、オーストラリアとニュージーランドの食文化を体験できるビーチでの開催です！

9月15日、豊洲のザ・ビーチ・バーベキューにて、オージー・ビーフ・メイト（豪州食肉家畜生産者事業団牛肉大使）の田中翔氏、そしてプルマン東京田町エグゼクティブ・シェフの福田浩司氏とスーシェフの加藤 "ハルク "大樹氏によるオーストラリアとニュージーランドの食材を使ったバーベキューをお楽しみください。グリルでジュージュー焼いている間は、ペンフォールズとジェロボーム・ファイン・ワイン・クラブが提供するオーストラリアとニュージーランドワイン、南オーストラリア州のクーパーズビールとソフトドリンクをお楽しみいただけます。

開催日： 2023年9月15日（金）

時間： 18:30～21:00（開場18:00）

会場： ザ・ビーチBBQ豊洲 - 〒135-0061 東京都江東区豊洲6丁目5番地

料金： 会員13,500円、非会員15,000円

ドレスコード： スマートカジュアル・クールビズ

申込締切日： 2023年9月8日（金）午後5時まで

注意事項： ***このイベントは毎年完売しておりますので、お早めにお申し込みください！

1. チケット購入時にお支払いをお願いします。未入金の登録はゲストリストに追加されませんのでご注意ください。お席に限りがございますので、キャンセルされた場合の払い戻しは致しかねます。

2. 食事に関するご要望がございましたら、craig.usmar@anzccj.jp までメールにてご連絡ください。

3. ANZCCJはイベント期間中、写真撮影を行います。これらの写真はANZCCJのウェブサイト等で使用させていただきます。本イベントに参加することで、あなたの写真が撮影される可能性があることをお知らせします。ご不明な点、ご質問等ございましたら、メールにてお問い合わせいただくか、当日受付にてお申し出ください。

Japan stands as Australia's second-largest trading and foreign investment partner, with its enterprises offering Australians access to crucial technology and investment that supports vital sectors. At present, our concerted efforts are directed towards addressing the rapid changes necessary to confront the energy transition challenge through technological, construction, and financial partnerships between our nations.

ANZCCJ, in collaboration with CIMIC Group, invites members and guests to join us on 5 September 2023, for the second instalment in the ANZCCJ Hydrogen Series. This event will feature a panel discussion on the enormous opportunities and requirements for Australia and Japan to collaborate to overcome the challenges of developing the hydrogen supply chain.

From molecules and critical infrastructure in Australia to an end-use fuel in Japan, the panel will deep dive into the numerous aspects of the hydrogen supply chain including a case study on requirements to produce 1-3Mt of ammonia annually in Australia for export to Japan.

Speakers include:

• Peter Roberts OAM - Deputy Head of Mission of the Australian Embassy in Japan
• Pedro Vincente - Chief Executive Officer, CIMIC Group
• Ben Cooper - General Manager, New Energy, UGL – A Member of the CIMIC Group
• Kohei Toyoda - Director General for Energy Transformation Strategy, Energy and Natural Resources Finance Group, Japan Bank for International Cooperation (JBIC)
• Junya Ujiie - Group Manager, Carbon Neutral Group, Energy Domain, Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (MHI)
• Tatsuya Kuno - Group Head, Natural Resources & Energies, Global Structured Finance Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation (SMBC)
• Hayato Ono - Head of Advisory, Aurora Energy Research, Japan

Date: Tuesday, 05 September 2023

Venue: Australian Embassy, Tokyo 2-1-14 Mita, Minato-ku Tokyo 108-8361 access map

RSVP: 17:00 Friday, 01 September 2023

Time: 14:00 - 17:00 Panel Discussion & Networking

Cost: Free

Note #1: Capacity is limited to 40 people - tickets allocated via a lottery system on 01 September 2023

Note #2: Photo ID (drivers’ license, passport, health insurance card or foreigner’s residence card) is required for access to the Australian Embassy. Company ID and business card not acceptable.

大使館正門入口にてセキュリティチェック及び手荷物検査がございます。ご来館の際には「身分証明書」の提示が必要となりますので、①運転免許証、②パスポート、③健康保険証、④マイナンバーカードまたはレジデンスカード(外国籍の方）のいずれかをご持参ください。※社員証は認められませんのでご留意下さい。

In collaboration with the Australian and New Zealand Embassies and Austrade, the Australian and New Zealand Chamber of Commerce in Japan (ANZCCJ) is hosting a casual night of drinks and canapes as a gesture of recognition for the contributions and adventures of our “returnees”, and as a recent returnee, we would love you to join us!

The alumni network is an incredibly important part of the ANZ community in Japan; you are ambassadors, mentors, and champions of the relationships between our 3 countries. We know for you too, that maintaining a link and remaining engaged with the country that you called home for even a short time, is just as important. You have made contributions and lasting legacies during your time in our countries, and we would like to keep the relationship going with our ANZCCJ Alumni Program. Originally launched in 2019, we have had a forced 4-year hiatus but now we are ready to get things moving!

We look forward to hearing your opinions and learning of your experiences to strengthen our international relationships, further facilitate business interactions, and help connect you with other fellow returnees. Also, if you know of a fellow alumni who we should be reaching out to, please do not hesitate to let us know.

• Date: Monday 4 September 2023
• Time: 6 pm to 8:30 pm
• Venue: Australian Embassy in Tokyo (2-1-14 Mita, Minato-ku Tokyo 108-8361)
• Invitees: Returnees from Aus and NZ. Expat friends in Australia and New Zealand are welcomed as well.
• Fee: Free
• Includes: Canapes and drinks
• Note: **Please bring photo ID for entry to the Australian Embassy

ANZCCJ – Background

Since 1972, the Australian and New Zealand Chamber of Commerce in Japan (ANZCCJ) has played a pivotal role in fostering commerce between Australia, New Zealand, and Japan. As an independent, non-profit organization, we are dedicated to providing our 550 members with essential information, representation, and valuable commercial connections.

Our diverse community consists of Australian and New Zealand professionals conducting business in Japan, Japanese companies with economic ties to Australia and New Zealand, overseas members, and individuals maintaining business relationships between Japan and Australia/New Zealand.

Joining the ANZCCJ unlocks a multitude of benefits, including the opportunity to engage with visiting Australian and New Zealand government leaders, industry experts, and political figures. Attend enlightening seminars and social networking events that facilitate knowledge sharing and valuable experiences. Participate in conversations on pressing issues affecting your business, while also having the chance to promote your own endeavors. Additionally, members receive exclusive briefings on politics, trade, and economic developments from the Australian and New Zealand Embassies.

Importantly, joining the ANZCCJ provides unparalleled access to the ANZCCJ Committees which play active roles in representing and developing business interests in Japan. They offer returning expatriates one of the best avenues to interact, converse, and learn from inspiring individuals who are leading in their industries. The current makeup of ANZCCJ Committees is shaped by the needs and interests of members as well as the current business environment and are as follows:

(i) Food, Agriculture & Hospitality;

(ii) Sports for Business;

(iii) Technology, Innovation, Education & Research; and the

(iv) Sustainability Committee.

Complementing these committees are ANZCCJ’s SME Networking Community and Young Generation Program initiatives which provide further networking opportunities for returnees across multiple business sizes and generations.

Additionally, by becoming a member of ANZCCJ and joining our newly set up Alumni Program for Returnees from Australia and New Zealand, your contribution to the development of business between Australia/Zealand and Japan and your assistance with the young generation’s career development through the sharing of your knowledge and experience will be of immense value to help strengthening relationships between the three countries.

• Learn more about our membership and sign up here!

Note:

1. If you have any dietary requests, please email us at craig.usmar@anzccj.jp by Thurs 31 August.
2. ANZCCJ will be taking photos throughout the event, which may include faces of guests. These photos will be used by ANZCCJ on our website and other material. By participating in this event, we wish to let you know that your photo may be taken. If you have any questions or concerns about this, please email us or let us know at the event registration desk on the day.

Embracing the spirit of camaraderie and the joy of coming together, ANZCCJ is thrilled to introduce the much-anticipated networking gem, our "Kiwi Aussie Mixer"!

Mark your calendars for the third Thursday of every month, as we kick off this rendezvous from 6 pm to 8 pm. It's the perfect occasion to forge connections, engage in casual banter, and expand your network in a relaxed setting.

Join us for an evening that celebrates community, friendship, and the unique bond between our Kiwi and Aussie members as we aim to create a space that's not just an event, but a tradition!

Date: Thurs 24 August 2023

Time: 6:00PM - 8:00PM

Venue: Pullman Tokyo Tamachi 〒108-0023 Tokyo, 3 Chome−1−21 Shibaura Minato (Map) - Lobby Bar

Menu: Free-flow drinks and finger food

Price: ¥4,000 - paid at the venue

RSVP: COB Mon 21 August, 2023 to ANZCCJ Executive Director, Craig Usmar craig.usmar@anzccj.jp

The ANZCCJ Sports for Business Committee (SFB) in collaboration with Penfolds is pleased to invite members and guests to a networking event on 19 August at Two Rooms CAFE | GRILL | BAR Nihombashi for canapés and free-flow drinks, with Australian Ambassador to Japan, HE Justin Hayhurst, two surpise players from Australia's National Basketball Team, the Boomers, and key members of Basketball Australia who are visiting Japan for the 2023 FIBA Men's Basketball World Cup.

Don't miss this fantastic opportunity to join the discussion on the buzz around the 2023 FIFA Men's Basketball World Cup and the critical role sport has in business. With the Australian Boomers' impressive achievements on the global stage, securing consecutive appearances in FIBA World Championships, Basketball Australia is entering a golden era of untapped commercial potential promising to bring about a revolutionary shift in the financial landscape of the sport.

And that's not all – be captivated by the story spun by Penfolds, as they unveil their latest triumph, One by Penfolds. With a fearless approach that challenges conventions in the world of wine, Penfolds has ventured beyond boundaries to collaborate with winemaking communities worldwide, making waves as a brand that caters to the discerning 'new luxurian consumer'. Their bold and audacious launch defies tradition and sets new standards for winemaking innovation.

Speakers include:

· HE Justin Hayhurst - Australian Ambassador to Japan

· Brian Goorjan - Boomers Head Coach

· Jason Smith - Basketball Australia's Director of Senior National Teams

· Jan Stirling - Exec Director of High Performance & FIBA Hall of Fame Member

· Masanori Ishida - Penfold's Country Manager

Date: Sat 19 August 2023

Time: 6:00PM - 8:00PM (Doors open at 5:30PM)

Venue: Two Rooms CAFE | GRILL | BAR Nihombashi (Map)

Menu: Canapés and free-flow drinks, including Bin 8 Shiraz Cabernet and Bin 311 Chardonnay from the Penfolds Bin Series

Price: ANZCCJ Members ¥8,000 | Non-members ¥9,000

Registration deadline: 6:00PM Thurs 17 August, 2023

Special offer: To celebrate the launch of One by Penfolds on the E-commerce website run by Nippon Liquor, all guests will receive a special 10% discount coupon

ABOUT 2023 FIBA Basketball World Cup

The 2023 FIBA Basketball World Cup will be the 19th tournament of the FIBA Basketball World Cup for men's national basketball teams. The tournament will be the second to feature 32 teams and will be hosted by multiple nations for the first time in its history - the Philippines, Japan, and Indonesia - from 25 August to 10 September 2023. The tournament will serve as qualification for the 2024 Summer Olympics, where the top two teams from each of the Americas and Europe, and the top team from each of Africa, Asia and Oceania, will qualify alongside the tournament's host France.

ABOUT One by Penfolds

One by Penfolds is a curated collection of wines from Australia, California and France designed in partnership with Human Made founder NIGO. One by Penfolds celebrates what makes us all different and unique, but also the things that bring us together – as represented by the winemaking regions from where the One by Penfolds range is made around the world. Using his signature style, NIGO designed three animal motifs which feature on the wine labels – a crocodile, rooster and bear. The designs represent the winemaking regions where One by Penfolds wines are sourced – Australia, France and America. Each One by Penfolds wine has its own distinct personality while remaining anchored by Penfolds ‘House Style’. This worldly set of wines are medium-bodied, vibrant, and aromatic.

Note:

1. Payment is required at time of purchase of tickets. If your payment will be late due to your company's financial procedures, contact us at info@anzccj.jp as soon as you have completed your registration. Please note that unpaid registrations will not be added to the guest list.
2. No shows/cancellations will not be refunded as places are limited.
3. If you have any dietary requests, please email us at craig.usmar@anzccj.jp by Tues 15 August.
4. ANZCCJ will be taking photos throughout the event, which may include faces of guests. These photos will be used by ANZCCJ on our website and other material. By participating in this event, we wish to let you know that your photo may be taken. If you have any questions or concerns about this, please email us or let us know at the event registration desk on the day.

Widely acknowledged among influential figures in Australia and Japan's government and business sectors, a thriving technology and innovation industry is essential for sustained growth and development of their respective economies. In fact, technology has already emerged as Australia's third-largest sector, trailing only mining and banking, underscoring its significance for the country's future progress. Yet, as interest rates rise, tech investors are reevaluating their strategies, shifting from solely pursuing market share growth to emphasizing profitability and financial prudence in their start-up portfolios.

To foster the growth of the start-up ecosystem in Australia and encourage collaboration between Australia and Japan in the field of innovation, MUFG Bank Ltd, Ashurst, and Artesian in collaboration with the ANZCCJ, Austrade, State governments and JETRO invite ANZCCJ members and guests to join an Australia-Japan innovation seminar on 21 July 2023 in Tokyo.

During the seminar, a panel will delve into the Australian innovation ecosystem and explore key technology verticals such as climate, health, and defense and how the innovation space within the economy lays the foundation for driving prosperity in both nations in the decades to come.

Speakers and Panelists will include:

• Takahiro Iino - Managing Director, MUFG Bank (Sydney Branch)
• Jeremy Colless - Chief Executive Officer, Artesian
• Natsuko Ogawa - Partner, Ashurst
• Masaki Takahara - JETRO, Outgoing Managing Director of Australian JETRO Branch
• Tomohito Tanase - Associate Director, NSW Government

Date: Friday, 21 July 2023

Time: 17:00 - 19:30 Panel Discussion & Networking

Time: Australian Embassy, Tokyo 2 Chome-1-14 Mita, Minato City, Tokyo 108-8361

Cost: Free

Registration Closes: 17:00 Friday 14 July 2023

Note:

Capacity is limited to 80 people - tickets will be allocated via a lottery system on Monday 17 July 2023

日豪両国の政府・経済界の有力者の間では、テクノロジーとイノベーション産業の繁栄が両国の経済の持続的成長と発展に不可欠であることが広く認識されています。実際、テクノロジー産業は、鉱業と銀行に次ぐオーストラリア第3のセクターとしてすでに頭角を現しており、この国の将来の発展にとってその重要性が際立っています。しかし、金利が上昇するにつれて、投資家は戦略を見直し、市場シェアの拡大のみを追求するのではなく、新興企業のポートフォリオにおける収益性と財務の慎重さを重視するようになっています。

MUFG銀行、Ashurst、Artesianは、ANZCCJ、オーストラリア貿易促進庁、州政府、JETROと協力し、オーストラリアのスタートアップエコシステムの成長とイノベーション分野における日豪間の協力を促進するため、2023年7月21日に東京で開催される日豪イノベーションセミナーにANZCCJメンバーおよびゲストをご招待します。

本セミナーでは、オーストラリアのイノベーション・エコシステムについてパネルディスカッションを行い、気候変動、医療、防衛などの主要なテクノロジー分野と、経済におけるイノベーション分野が今後数十年の日豪両国の繁栄にどのような基盤を築くかを探ります。

スピーカーとパネリストは以下の通り：

飯野貴弘 - MUFG銀行（シドニー支店）マネージング・ディレクター

ジェレミー・コレス - アーテシアン最高経営責任者

小川 夏子 - アシュアスト パートナー

高原正樹 - ジェトロ、オーストラリアJETRO支部退任常務理事

棚瀬智仁 - ニューサウスウェールズ州政府アソシエイト・ディレクター

StrongRoom AI - ヘルステック/AI、Sicona Battery Technologies - 気候テック、Nutromics - ヘルステック、Liven - フィンテック、Katonic - AI、AirSeed - 気候テックなど、様々な業界のスタートアップ企業の代表者と交流しませんか？

日付 2023年7月21日（金）

時間：17:00 - 19:30 パネルディスカッション＆交流会

時間：〒108-8361 東京都港区三田2丁目1-14 オーストラリア大使館内

参加費 無料

※定員は80名、抽選となります；

※イベントは日本語で行われます。