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Public Speakers / MC's
Please email us your function budget and we will supply
a professional Public Speaker or MC to suit your requirement's
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Verdict Media Group proudly supports
The Shaun Miller Foundation Australia
The Shaun Miller Foundation
At 14 years old Cameron was a trainer at the Carlton Football Club for 5 years, today he is a pioneer distributor
and producer in the Australian film industry. He became great friends with film legend Charles ‘Bud’ Tingwell O.A.M
and began Bud’s first script and first directing role with 'Second Drill' has a 25 year friendship with mentor Film Distributor Alan Finney O.A.M Managing Director Village Roadshow, Buena Vista Walt Disney Managing Director / Vice President, Board Chairman AFI / AACTA Australian Film & Television Awards. Alan has released over 500 studio movies
'Mad Max', 'The Sixth Sense', 'Spiderman', 'Pirates of the Caribbean (1, 2 & 3)' 'Finding Nemo' and many many more.
Cameron ventured to Hollywood LA where he made a personal connection with many of the top acting agents
from agencies like APA & CAA he has produced three Australian films ‘Average Bloke’ ‘- 'Groomless Bride’
and 'Yesterday's Hero' and distributed ‘Shot of Love’ and 'Hobby Farm' for the South Australian Film Corporation
He produced ‘Bloke Goes To Hollywood’ in Los Angeles U.S.A working with Actors 'Corey Feldman' 'Lost Boys'
& 'Gremlins' – 'The Goonies' by Steven Spielberg the late legend 'Rowdy Roddy Piper' (WFC) World Champion,
'Nikki Griffin' 'The Fast and the Furious' (Tokyo Drift ) and Jason Acuna (Wee Man from ‘Jackass’).
He was advised to commit with a course in film making with LA Producer and film teacher Dov Simens
who launched the careers of Quentin Tarantino, Chris Nolan, Spike Lee, Guy Richie and many more.
Cameron's amazing son Shaun was a double heart transplant recipient and together their quest
was for all the children who have lost their battle and fight the congenital heart disease CHD
battle every day.” Shaun was a hero to all the Cardiac Kids being the youngest double heart transplant
recipient in Australian history and the only CHD Ambassador at the Royal Children's Hospital
he authored an amazing New York Award winning book 'An Awesome Ride'
and positive YouTube messages “Living Everyday To The Fullest”
messages that have reached over 20 million people around the globe and immortalized
by Google and the Dr Phil Show USA, giving hope to teenager's and suicide prevention
Cameron released his own biography with Penguin Books / Random House
‘An Awesome Ride’ – Through A Father’s Eyes
and founded The Shaun Miller Foundation in 2016 to build cardiac care homes.
Alan Finney O.A.M / Film Industry Legend
Board Chairmain Verdict Film Group
Tony I Ginnane / Film Producer
Cameron James Miller - Inspirational Speaker
Jazmin Varlet - Speaker / Entertainer / MC / Model
With over 12 years in the music industry Jazmin Varlet is not short of stage experience. From the early age of 14 she was touring
the US with her singing and dancing, and auditioning for many popular TV talent shows, appearing on THE VOICE AUSTRALIA Season 8 as part of Team Kelly. Jazmin featured in the lead role and toured Australia in the amazing stage show 'ORACLE'
she has had the pleasure of working alongside many well-known recording artists and industry professionals, such as Printz Board creator of The Black-Eyed Peas, Justice Crew, Stan Walker, and has been vocally trained and mentored by Diana Rouvas
the winner of The Voice Australia Season 8, and Chris Sebastian, brother of Australian superstar Guy Sebastian. Over the years
she has developed an amazing career as a Vocalist and Vocal Coach. Jazmin now works regularly as a singer/entertainer/model
at various events throughout Melbourne and Sydney and her power filled story shares her passion for the arts with and with her
own very successful singing school her story of glory and gratitude is a magnificent journey for all!
Mat Stevenson - Actor / Public Speaker
Mat is best known for his role as Adam Cameron in the Home and Away T.V series which he starred in from 1989 to 1994, making a return appearance in 1999. Prior to Home and Away, Mat played the part
of "Skinner" a petty criminal whom Todd Landers had befriended on Network Ten's Neighbours.
Mat appeared in Network Ten's Rush as Inspector Cox. His other television roles have included
Blue Heelers, MDA, City Homicide and Offspring. Mat's story covers the workings of the T.V industry
and the complexitys of fame, fashion and the trends of the times, come and listen to his amazing stories!
Damien Richardson
Speaker / Actor / Entertainer
Australian film, television and theatre actor and writer and graduate from the Victorian College of the Arts
a long career appearing in a variety of Australian films and television shows
Blue Heelers, McLeod's Daughters, Redball, The Hard Word, Rogue, Conspiracy 365 and Wentworth.
He has starred with Guy Pearce, Joel Egerton, Sam Worthington, Rachel Griffiths, Gary Sweet,
Vince Colosimo, Noni Hazelhurst, Shane Bourne, Nadine Garner, Aaron Pedersen and Deborah Mailman.
some if his roles are Detective Matt Ryan in the crime drama City Homicide
Drew Greer in the Jack Irish television and films
and Gary Canning in the soap opera Neighbours, a power filled speaker!!
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Jason Weeman Acuna - Star In Jackass The Movies
Jason grew up in Torrance, California, he was the subscription managerfor the skateboard magazine
'Big Brother' and his association with that magazine led him to become involved with the 'Jackass' television series in 2001. In 2007 Wee Man starred in the reality TV series 'Armed and Famous'
and in July 2007 Jason appeared as a host of MTV's 'Scarred Live'. He appeared on the first season
of NBC's 'Celebrity Circus' competition and became the first contestant to receive a perfect score
(a 10-point average) Jason is a highly talented Skate Border and is sponsored by
Monster Energy Drink. VonZipper, Two Felons Skate Co,Toyo Tires & KMC Wheels, DVS & Independent.
He owns his own franchise of the Chronic Tacos Restaurant in Redondo Beach, California.
Wee Man has starred in all of the world famous 'Jackass' films and a direct-to-video holiday film
'Elf-Man' as the title character his first role in a family-friendly feature film.
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Steve Baker - Speaker / AFL Football Legend
Steve was drafted in the 1998 AFL Draft to the St Kilda Football Club and played in St Kilda’s 2004 Wizard Home Loans Cup winning side St Kilda's second pre-season cup win. He won the Trevor Barker Award which is St Kilda's Best and Fairest.
and went on to play an amazing 200 AFL games including two Grand Final matches against Collingwood
11 AFL finals and three Grand Finals. Steve now travels the world sharing his time with the less fortunate,
runs various online businesses and 'Lives Life to the Fullest' he is very passionate about helping others and finding
the cure to Childhood Congenital Heart Disease for all the Children who have lost their battle and for the Children
who battle with it every day. Steve is a highly valued Ambassador of The Shaun Miller Foundation Australia.
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Michael Clarke - Speaker / V.R.C Racing Legend
Michael is an Australian horse racing winner of the Melbourne Cup, Australia Cup, Cox Plate,
and the only Australian jockey and horse 'Better Loosen Up' to win the exclusive Japan Cup.
Together with master trainer Colin Hayes his amazing career in the Sport of Kings is monumental.
Today he is monitoring the progress of his son brilliant jockey Michael Poy and is proudly witnessing
his wonderful years in racing. Michael and Michael Jnr are passionate Ambassadors
of The Shaun Miller Foundation sharing a great love for the Cardiac Kids of the world.
Michael Poy Clarke
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Brodie Holland - Speaker / AFL Football Legend
Born and raised in Hobart Tasmania. In 1997 at the tender age of 17 years of age
Brodie was drafted into the AFL system at pick 26 to the Fremantle Football Club.
At the end of 2000 was traded off to the famous Collingwood Football Club
after just 36 games for the Dockers. Brodie played 155 games with 146 goals.
Highlights of his career were a Grand Final appearance
and finishing 2nd in the Copeland Trophy (Best and Fairest)
he became an icon Magpie after many off field media appearances
modelling campaigns & a successful stint on 'Dancing With The Stars'.
Brodie strongly supports many charitable causes
Ambassador - 'The Shaun Miller Foundation'
'Save a Dog Scheme' and 'The Salvation Army'
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Scott is one of Australia’s most endearing, multi talented personalities and a familiar face to many.
With an extensive background in television and entertainment industry, starring in high profile TV programs
such as E-Street, Sea Patrol, Water Rats, All Saints and the hit children’s programs,VIDIOT (ABC),
Now You See It and Download for Channel Nine. Scott has passion and enthusiasm second to none,
and his infectious energy has taken us from one corner of the content to another as host and producer
of “Destinations with Scott McRae”and “Postcards Australia” In addition to the above, Scott has an extensive background in Theatre, including starring as Rum Tum Tugger in the award winning musical “CATS”
he has worked on radio as an announcer and character voice artist, the host for thousands of events,
and has been a voice over artist for many TV and radio commercials.
He has recently received great reviews for his role in the feature film “Punishment”.
Scott is currently filming and producing season 5 of the successful travel program, “A Taste of Travel”
on the TEN/WIN Network which will be seen across the nation on Sunday afternoons at 4pm.
He is also has a fabulous stage show “STEVIE-The Life & Music of Stevie Wright & The Easybeats,
which he Co wrote and Produced and is in its fifth year of touring to standing ovations,
and his latest passion piece the sitcom “BUGGERALL”.
Scott is a proud Ambassador at The Shaun Miller Foundation
and gives wonderful support for the Cardiac Kids and the battle against
Childhood Congenital Heart Disease.
Scott McRae
Actor / TV Personality
Entertainer
Anthony is also known by his nickname of Kouta, is a Australian rules footballer with the Carlton Football Club. Considered by many as one of the most powerful and athletic players of all time,
he played in almost every position and was often called the prototype of the modern footballer.
Of Greek and Italian descent, He played 278 games and has been an Australian celebrity,
making numerous television appearances both during and after his football career.
He was a gladiator in the Australian television series Gladiators in character as Kouta,
"A Gladiator touched by the God" and he WON the Australian T.V extravaganza Dancing with the Stars.
Anthony Koutoufides - Speaker / AFL Carlton Legend
Shadow minister for mental health
and suicide prevention. MELISSA MACINTOSH.
Senator Malcolm Roberts
Garry Wright - Creator Of Hope Cartel
Mens Suicide Prevention
Hope Cartel
We admire people who plant the seeds of hope, we gladly follow the leader who is able to awaken a sense
of expectation inside of us, and, whether we lead at home or at work, hope is an essential element of success
Garry Wright is such a person the creator and leader of Hope Cartel with over 100 thousand followers on TikTok
and over 100 thousand followers on Facebook his powerful story of life experiences
amount to gripping listening an incredible journey
Not To Be Missed! Garry will have you spellbound.... BOOK NOW
Blue Murder
ABC Productions
Graham Abo Henry Interview
Graham ABO Henry - Author / Speaker
The Graham Henry story is a gripping shocking and brutal life and crimes of one of Australia's most notorious and feared underworld kingpins. From his violent childhood and rise through
the ranks of Sydney's most dangerous men, to his involvement in a Royal Commission into Police Corruption that would bring down a government, he shares his compelling and terrifying true story. Angry, belligerent, dangerous beyond compare, Graham Henry built a criminal gang with notorious Needy Smith and Roger Rogerson crooked cop an empire that swept aside all gangs before them in the notorious street wars of the 1980s and 90s. From the biggest armed robberies the city
had ever known, to the largest drug deals, Henry and his organized crime syndicate
ruled over all. They went head-to-head with other gangs, crooked cops, unsuspecting civilians, and finally each other! gripping and powerful public speaking.... Not To Be Missed BOOK NOW!
T,V series under development 'A TREACHEROUS LIFE'
Garth Wood - Australian Boxing Champion
Garth Wood (born 13 June 1978) is an Australian professional boxer and former professional rugby league footballer, he powerfully won the 2009/2010 Contender Boxing Series.
He played rugby league for the South Sydney Rabbitohs and the Balmain Tigers in the NRL.
Garth is the brother of Balmain Tigers Sydney Roosters and Warrington Wolves utility
Nathan Wood the sons of Newtown Norths and Souths halfback Barry Wood
An Amazing Story!... BOOK NOW
Power Filled Podcast Short Promo
Garth Speaks KKK Rock Podcast
Mark 'HAMMER' Dixon - Boxer Bouncer Bodygaurd Author
Mark Dixon has come a long way from a bullied private school boy to a talented boxer
kickboxer and street fighter of notorious repute. Mark has spent a lifetime as a career bouncer
and is one of Australia's highest paid pub minders. He was a personal bodyguard for 12 years
to some of Australia's most notorious characters including Chopper Read and Roger Rogerson
his real life stories are incredible and currently being made into a Motion Picture 'HAMMER'
"Mark Dixon is the best bodyguard God ever shovelled guts into" - Mark 'Chopper' Read
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Ray Mooney - Author Crime Writer
Author crime writer his plays have been produced in Australian theatres.
In 1968 Mooney was sentenced to 12 years jail for violence and sent to HM Prison Pentridge.
While in prison he befriended cell mate Christopher Dale Flannery, who was accused of being a prolific contract killer known as "Mr Rent-a-kill". Mooney became the first prisoner in Australia to complete
a university degree while still in jail. Upon his release in 1975, he studied drama
at the Victorian College of the Arts and formed two theatre companies
'Governor’s Pleasure' a theatre company of ex-prisoners and ZAP Community Theatre.
Mooney wrote the play 'Everynight Everynight' based on his experiences in Pentridge Prison.
A film adaptation of the play was made in 1994 and was nominated for an AFI Award
for Best Adapted Screenplay.... a gripping and powerful public speaker
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TKO - Australias Best Known Rap Artist
TKO - The Road To Redemption documentary
we go on the powerful TKO journey, from a young man's hard way
having no real family around him to support him,
living sleeping and breathing on the hardcore streets
and gang life of Sydney and Newcastle
finding himself in a lot of trouble with the law and in jail
finding the love of his life, becoming a Father,
and winding out as one of Australia’s best rap artists in the world!!
The Road To Redemption
I'm Standing On The Rock
&
My Name Is On The Roll
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John Wayne Parr - 10 Times World Kick Boxing Champion
John first began training in taekwondo at the age of 11 and began earning recognition
for his fighting when he competed in the QE2 Stadium and won the silver medal.
He competed in his first kickboxing match at the age of 14
began fighting professionally at 16 and went on to win his first Australian title at the age of 17.
In 2001 he began boxing and won the Australian Middleweight title that same year.
Australian kickboxer and ten-time World Champion. He has won several titles
including the famous 2013 WKA World Middleweight Oriental Championship and the 2010 Thai boxing World Middleweight Championship. He is also known for having a documentary made about his life entitled 'Blessed With Venom'
and fought against Duane Ludwig at the K-1 World MAX 2004
World Tournament in Tokyo Japan where he won by a unanimous decision.
A Legeng Of The Square Ring His Public Speaking Abounds With Excitement... BOOK NOW!!
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Born and raised with his extended family on the Waanyi / Garawa Land Trust
Alec is from the Doomadgee community in the Gulf of Carpentaria.
He is also a descendant of Waanyi, Garawa and Gangalidda tribes.
In 2008, he appeared in the short film Joonba then later Benjamin Sniddlegrass
and the Cauldron of Penguins. He also played the role of Wesley, Grace's husband
in episode 1 of Redfern Now. He made another appearance in the series in episode "Starting Over"
this time as Koorioke Announcer and recurring roles as Darana in the 2017 series, Cleverman. Doomadgee was the driving force behind the acclaimed 2016 documentary, Zach's Ceremony
which took ten years to make. It covered his son's initiation into tribal lore.
Alec both directed and produced the film which was shown at New York's Margaret Mead Film Festival and received a Best Documentary Award for the film at the 2016 Byron Bay Film Festival.
Alec Doomadgee - Actor Public Speaker
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Peter Gawler - Author Film & Television Script Writer
Peter is a Melbourne-born graduate of the Swinburne Film & Television school
in a career spanning 30 years he has worked as a script editor, script producer, writer and producer on mini-series - telemovies, plus several feature films
his credits include Underbelly - Last King Of The Cross
Water Rats - Halifax FP - The Postcard Bandit - Little Oberon
A Model Daughter - The Killing of Caroline Byrne
All Saints - Mcleods Daughters - Wolf Creek T.V Series
and many many more!,,, BOOK NOW!
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