Guy Barnett    LLB, LLM, FAICD, Former Senator & Author
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How to Lobby
Make a Difference - a practical guide to lobbying by Guy Barnett Consulting, Government & Corporate Relations

Packed with practical advice, opinion and essential information about how to lobby, as well as with interesting political and historical facts, my indispensable handbook is for anyone in our nation who seeks to understand or participate in the political process.  More info…

Latest News

Victoria Cross Review - A Story of Tasmanians

The Defence Honours Awards & Appeals Tribunal held a hearing in Launceston on Friday 16 December Guy was invited to appear in relation to Tasmanian Navy personnel Teddy Sheean and Dick Emms. The Tribunal has received over 55 submissions in relation to the posthumous awarding of the Victoria Cross. Read Guy's opinion piece here.

International Diabetes Federation World Congress, Dubai December 2011

Guy recently travelled to Dubai to represent Diabetes Australia at the IDF World Congress.  The Congress was attended by almost 15000 delegates, providing access to the latest data and opinion from the scientific community, key issues and an exchange of information on resources to best tackle the global diabetes problem.

Tasmanian PolliePedal 24-26 February 2012 - Registrations Open Now

Since 2006 Diabetes Tasmania, with the support of former Senator Guy Barnett, has raised $240,000 and cycled over 1,600 kms to support Tasmanians affected by diabetes. In 2012 Guy Barnett has a new role: Diabetes Tasmania Ambassador, and he continues the charge to help other Tasmanians affected by diabetes. Click here to register for Diabetes Tasmania’s PolliePedal’12 Road Cycling Event on Feb 24-26, 2012.

Marriage Debate

Guy recently participated in a debate with the Hon Michael Kirby, former High Court Judge at the University of Western Sydney on 13 October 2011.  Guy's speech can be found here.

Inaugural Ambassador

Guy has recently been appointed :

Tour de France

In July, Guy attended the Tour de France and participated as part of a cycling tour.  Since his return he has given many speeches on the adventure and inspiration to various clubs, committees, groups and functions.  If you are part of a club that would like to hear about Guy's experience please email guy@guybarnett.com

“I survived! What an absolutely amazing experience …and being there when Cadel won was brilliant timing!" 

Guys opinion piece and photos can be viewed here. To access a YouTube video of the Tour click here.


For further details of Guy's speeches, functions and photos click on 'About Guy' above.

 

 

Hon Tony Abbott, Leader of the Opposition with Guy Barnett participating in the National Pollie Pedal. Guy Barnett initiated the Tasmanian Pollie Pedal with Diabetes Tasmania in 2006 and together have raised over $240,000 for diabetes support and research. The Hon Tony Abbott has been a regular participant in the Tasmanian Pollie Pedal.



Guy Barnett was guest speaker recently on the topic “An analysis of the currently political environment and tips on how to lobby” at the Nextra Conference, held in Brisbane. 

 

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In his capacity as the Inaugural Ambassador for Diabetes Australia, Guy Barnett has been invited to the International Diabetes Federation Congress in Dubai in December.  Guy is now receiving invitations to promote the diabetes cause throughout Australia including at the Aus Diabetes Society & Aus Diabetes Educators Assoc Annual Scientific Meeting in Perth. If your organisation would like to invite Guy in his capacity as DA Ambassador contact admin@diabetesaustralia.com.au