Eight Years in the North – A Financial Journey
| Monday, August 26, 2024 |
| 1:50 PM - 2:00 PM |
| Auditorium |
Overview
Tracey Hayes, Chair of Northern Australia Infrastructure Facility Board
Speaker
Tracey Hayes
Chair
Northern Australia Infrastructure Facility Board
8 Years in the North – A Financial Journey
1:50 PM - 2:00 PMAbstract
The Northern Australia Infrastructure Facility (NAIF) has been a key government pillar in the development of northern Australia. With eight years of experience in project finance NAIF has helped 31 projects across the north and played a key role in advancing new industries, providing public benefit through its finance, and ensuring strong outcomes for indigenous communities.
Drawing from these years of experience, NAIF understands the needs of infrastructure development to unlock the full potential of northern Australia while ensuring long-term sustainability. As we look ahead, we recognise the need for an innovative investment approach to infrastructure planning and execution incorporating and understanding key elements such as renewable energy, sustainable practices, inclusivity, resilience, and economic prosperity.
Join us as we delve into NAIF's key achievements, showcasing innovative strategies, transformative projects, and impactful partnerships all aimed at driving positive change in northern Australia.
Drawing from these years of experience, NAIF understands the needs of infrastructure development to unlock the full potential of northern Australia while ensuring long-term sustainability. As we look ahead, we recognise the need for an innovative investment approach to infrastructure planning and execution incorporating and understanding key elements such as renewable energy, sustainable practices, inclusivity, resilience, and economic prosperity.
Join us as we delve into NAIF's key achievements, showcasing innovative strategies, transformative projects, and impactful partnerships all aimed at driving positive change in northern Australia.
Biography
Tracey Hayes is an esteemed leader in business across northern Australia, recognised both nationally and internationally. As the first female CEO of the Northern Territory Cattlemen’s Association, she led initiatives that shaped the billion-dollar NT pastoral industry. Her remarkable leadership earned her recognition from the Governor General and membership in the Order of Australia Honours Council. Additionally, Tracey served as Chair of a Government Statutory Authority and was a founding board member of the Cooperative Research Centre for northern Australia.
Her commitment to fostering international relationships is evident through her involvement on the board of the Australia Indonesia Institute, aimed at strengthening ties between the two countries. She also played a key advisory role in the National Resilience and Recovery Agency, showcasing her dedication to national resilience efforts.
Currently serving as the Head of Corporate Affairs Australia at AAM, a prominent $1B Australian-owned operator, Tracey continues to make an impact in the agricultural industry. Concurrently, she holds the position of Federations Board Chair for the Royal Flying Doctors, underscoring her dedication to serving regional Australia. With extensive experience across infrastructure, health, and agriculture sectors, Tracey Hayes is a respected leader dedicated to advancing regional development and prosperity.
