Members' Boardroom Luncheon with Dr Brendan Nelson, former Australian politician and former federal Opposition leader

A doctor by profession, he came to public prominence as the Federal President of the Australian Medical Association (1993–1995), and served as a Minister in the third and fourth terms of the Howard Government, serving as Minister for Education, Science and Training (2001–2006) and Minister for Defence (2006–2007).

Following the 2007 federal election, at which the Howard Government was defeated, Dr Nelson was elected leader of the federal Liberal parliamentary group in a contest against former Minister for Environment and Water Resources Mr Malcolm Turnbull, and became the Leader of the Opposition on 3 December 2007.

Dr. Nelson will discuss his new role and the importance of the relationship between Australia and the European Union (EU).

An open discussion forum will follow Dr Nelson’s presentation.

Venue: DLA Phillps Fox, Level 21, 140 William Street, Melbourne

Note: For Committee for Melbourne members only. Invitations to be emailed shortly.

Event Contact: Ms Annette Brook, Events and Membership Manager, (03) 9650 8800 or events@melbourne.org.au