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APHA 31st Annual National Congress Private Hospitals: Evolution through Innovation

Social Functions

Gala Dinner Master of Ceremonies and Entertainment

Gala Dinner Master of Ceremonies - Karl Stefanovic

Karl Stefanoivc

Karl Stefanoivc is one of Australia's most popular and admired television presenters. As the co-host of Channel Nine's breakfast show, Today, with Lisa Wilkinson, Karl is the first person we turn to in the morning for our daily diet of news and entertainment.

Karl has more than 15 years experience in television and has worked as a tv journalist in America, New Zealand and Australia.

In 2005 he took over hosting duties for Today. He has filed the occasionally story for Nine's long-running current affairs program, Sixty Minutes and more recently has been on our screens as part of the Random Acts of Kindness team. Married with three children Karl says life is busy but enjoyable.

"Working on early morning television means that I am one of the first people to inform the public about events that have happened overnight. It is a huge responsibility to make sure that we are the first team to present the information accurately and to make sure we are on top of any news story as it develops.

"We work very hard to bring our viewers not just the latest news but to ensure that there is a variety of entertainment, information and analysis.

"I love the challenges of working on in-depth interviews for Sixty Minutes and the joy that Random Acts of Kindness can bring to others. It is a great mix."

Gala Dinner Entertainment - Lisa Hunt

Lisa Hunt

Lisa (sister) Hunt began singing in that great African American tradition, the gospel church, there was laid the foundation of her soulful singing style. She went on to study voice at The City College of New York (BFA).

Lisa's studio credits include sessions with famed producers Jellybean Benitez (Madonna), Toni C (Whitney), Frank Farion (LaBouche, Milli Vanilli), The Berman Brothers (Amber, Ultra Nate), many more. Her voice can be heard on several top 10 dance tracks all over the European continent including being "the voice" of LOVESTATION (UK), CLUB X (Germany), and D1 (USA)

In Italy she has been the featured vocalist on tour and recordings of ZUCCHERO Sugar Fornaciari for over 15 years and has worked with a range of artist from PAVAROTTI to RAY CHARLES (check out her on Pavarotti and friends). She has also shared the stage with musical greats such as ERIC CLAPTON, JAMES BROWN, DIONNE WARWICK, BRIAN MAY, RANDY CRAWFORD, JOE COCKER, MILES DAVIS, and ANDREA BOCELLI

In Australia Lisa has toured and recorded with JIMMY BARNES, DEISEL, RADIO FREEDOM, and JOHNNY (B.Good) JOHNSON. Lisa recalls, "I had the honor of being invited onstage (in front of 50,000 people) to sing with MIDNIGHT OIL".

Lisa's debut album was A Little Piece Of Magic for POLYGRAM. She has had songs on numerous compilations around the globe, both as singer and songwriter and combined has sold more than a million records. Strange for someone you've probably never heard of until now, but hey, that's showbiz!

American sountracks compositions include HBO's Subway Stories (directed by Jonathan Demme), Goodnight Moon with LAURYN HILL, NATALIE COLE, PATTI LABELLE, BILLY CRYSTAL & SUSAN SARANDON. 2002 found Lisa on the international chart topper LOVESTATION's Soulstation.

Social Functions

All prices are in AUD$ and include GST.

Welcome Reception

Sponsored by APHA's Diamond Sponsor HESTA Super Fund:

Date: Sunday 16 October 2011
Time: 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Venue: Zeta Bar, Hilton Sydney
Dress: Smart Casual
Cost: Included in full registration fee (only when the "attending" option is selected under social functions of the online registration form)
Additional ticket: $78.00 per ticket

Sponsored by Prius Healthcare:

Pre-Dinner Cocktail Party

Date: Monday 17 October 2011
Time: 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Venue: Trade Exhibition, Level 3, Hilton Sydney
Dress: Black Tie / Evening Dress

Sponsored by Baxter:

Pre-Dinner Drinks & Congress Gala Dinner

Date: Monday 17 October 2011
Time: 7:30pm - 12:00am
Venue: Grand Ballroom, Level 3, Hilton Sydney
Dress: Black Tie / Evening Dress

Pre-Dinner Cocktail Party & Gala Dinner Tickets

Admittance to the Pre-Dinner Cocktail Party & Gala Dinner is included in the full registration fee (only when the “attending” option is selected under social functions of the online registration form).

Additional Ticket: $145.00 per ticket