QTIC NAIDOC Corporate Breakfast
Date: Wednesday 9 July 2025
Time: 7:00am – 9:30am
Location: Sofitel Brisbane Central
Celebrating First Nations culture
One of the largest NAIDOC events in Queensland, join QTIC for our annual NAIDOC Corporate Breakfast in Meeanjin, Brisbane.
Embracing the 2025 NAIDOC theme, The Next Generation: Strength, Vision & Legacy, this special event will be hosted by the charismatic John Paul Janke, with a moving performance by Zipporah Corser-Anu, presented in partnership Queensland Music Festival (QMF).
Don’t miss this key event on tourism calendars. Be part of this inspiring morning of storytelling, music and connection.
Meet your presenter
National Indigenous Affairs Editor, NITV and SBS
John Paul Janke is the National Indigenous Affairs Editor for NITV and SBS. A proud Wuthathi and Meriam man, he is a respected journalist and advocate, known for insightful coverage of First Nations issues and co-hosting NITV’s The Point, where he amplifies Indigenous voices and stories across Australia.
Meet your keynote
Chief Executive Officer, Walking With Wisdom
Jeremy Donovan is a proud Kuku Yalanji and Gumbayngirr man, award-winning speaker and advocate for Indigenous rights. He has addressed the UN, led GenerationOne as CEO and now runs Walking With Wisdom, inspiring change across communities, government, and business. Recognised by Time as Australia’s Most Influential Public Speaker.
Meet your panelists
Director, First Nations, SBS
Tanya Denning-Orman, a proud Birri and Guugu Yimidhirr woman, is Director, First Nations at SBS. She leads Indigenous content strategy, amplifies First Nations voices and previously led NITV for over 12 years. With more than 30 years in media, Tanya also serves on several boards championing Indigenous media and representation.
Senior Producer, NITV
Michael Rennie is a Yorta Yorta and Gunditjmara man who works as a Senior Producer for NITV. He has a background in media, including working at Brisbane Indigenous Media Association and 4BC before joining the ABC in 2012. At NITV, Michael focuses on bringing Indigenous perspectives and stories from across Australia.
Rugby League Footballer, Brisbane Broncos
Tamika Upton, a proud Barada woman and Queenslander, is a standout NRLW athlete and Dally M Medalist. Born in Rockhampton, she’s won premierships with the Broncos and Knights. Now Queensland Maroons co-captain, Tamika inspires as a leader on and off the field and a role model for young athletes.
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Entertainer
Zipporah Corser-Anu is a descendant of the Samu and Suy clans of Saibai in the Torres Strait. She has been performing since age 5, across stage, screen and radio. With a strong passion for her culture, she has been dedicated to sharing and educating audiences, through her love for music, dance and storytelling.
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