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Winners of the Targus TechEd 2007 Bags

Deeps — Tue, 18 Sep 2007 05:09:14 GMT

We received some very interesting entries! I wish we had more that we could give away. The following are the winning entries. Congrats!

"I would use the back pack to carry my little dog around in. He rocks!!
Check out:
http://ruskydotnet.blogspot.com/2007/08/ace-is-doggie-rescue-calendar-winner.html"
Aaron Saikovski – Readify

"I'd use the bag for commuting. I do a bit of running and run to work each day. Imagine the perceptions we could smash if motorists saw a nerd running instead of them thinking we’re stuck in front of an Xbox with crumbs down our t-shirts all day"
Martin Harris – DET NSW

"Sometimes my wife makes me a yummy sandwich which I struggle to carry along, client visits!!" Kamol Sagwan- Avanade

"My wife and I both turn 30 next year, we plan to celebrate with a holiday to Uluru. The backpack would come to good use climbing the rock and also be a nice home for my notebook when we are not blogging about our adventure."
Damien Kearns

"Because I live in a rural area, there is a belief that professional IT support is not available. I take MCSE books to job tickets to educate the wider community against IT hacks & educate up and comers on the courses/exams they should be doing."
Chris – Caroll Secure Computing

"It looks like a versatile backpack. Not only would I be able to use it to cart work stuff (I commute 100 Kms daily) I've two young kids and going anywhere eg aquarium, public parks we need to seriously load up."
Romy Stevenson – Coles

"I would love a backpack that allows me to a) pretend my boss isn’t too tight to pay for a ticket to Tech Ed, and b) use a strap to hold my stomach in after eating too much at free Microsoft events (the only events I can go to)."
Michele Liva – DET NSW

"STUDY: Mandarin class Mondays so I need room for my Books, Pads, pens and pencils
WORK: Need to carry a laptop and phone home often
FITNESS: Running gear needs to be separate from my laptop and study.
Plus it looks like a cool backpack."
Paul Moorhouse – EDS

"The bag as my comfort to know that it’s my pillow when I need those naps (hopefully not during work), to defend and protect my laptop and gadgets should I accidentally drop them in despair and of course as a daily reminder to save up for the next Tech Ed."
Gavin Tan - Avanade

"I was busy hard at work trying to explain the intricacies of best practice to our customers. How could this be hard and why would a backpack help? Again! An easy answer, they are armed. So a nice swish backpack to tuck in my XPS would greatly assist in running."
Carl Bindels – QLD Police Service

Get yourself a Limited Edition Targus TechEd 2007 Backpack

Deeps — Tue, 28 Aug 2007 05:25:00 GMT

So you may have missed out on TechEd this year but you have the chance to get your hands on one of the limited edition Targus TechEd 2007 Backpacks. We have 10 backpacks that we are giving away.

Finula and Ben are demonstrating the bag's functionality below

What do you have to do?
One entry per person and you have to live in Australia. Just write into us at itproaus@microsoft.com and tell us in 50 words or less what you would use the bag for. Send it into us by September 14th.

Anne at TechEd 2007

Deeps — Thu, 09 Aug 2007 07:19:00 GMT

Anne is our PR guru from Howorth and she gives us her views on TechEd 2007

Some more love at TechEd for TechNet

Deeps — Thu, 09 Aug 2007 05:26:00 GMT

Check out these guys showing their love for TechNet at TechEd 2007

These guys deserved their Halo 3 Hoodies!

Deeps — Wed, 08 Aug 2007 05:52:00 GMT

Check out these two blokes and their love for TechNet! I just had to give them a hoodie.

TechEd Day 0 and 1

Deeps — Wed, 08 Aug 2007 02:57:00 GMT

We just got out of the keynote where there was a farewell to Frank Arrigo and the presentation from Animal Logic. They have worked on films such as 300, Happy Feet and The Matrix. 300 is definetly on my list of favourite films and it was really interesting to see how the 3D animation was created.

The TechNet stand has also been getting alot of attention (thanks to some giveaways) plus everyone is wanting to get thier hands on Windows Server 2008 Beta 3! We gave away about 10 Halo 3 Hooded Jumpers last night to some lucky attendees wearing their stickers. Ill be looking out for more attendees today wearing their stickers...

Overall there is a really good buzz within the event as the sessions are starting today.

TechEd 2007 Weather

Deeps — Mon, 06 Aug 2007 07:13:00 GMT

Looks like its going to be a fine week on the Gold Coast at TechEd:

TechNet Stand at TechEd 2007

Deeps — Fri, 03 Aug 2007 03:41:00 GMT

The TechNet Stand is being built as we speak! Dont forget to come and visit us at TechEd and wear your TechNet Sticker (watch out for these at registration).

Halo 3 Hooded Jumpers at Tech Ed 2007

Deeps — Mon, 30 Jul 2007 08:24:00 GMT

We will have 50, thats right only 50 Halo 3 Hooded Jumpers (in Black) that TechNet will be giving away at TechEd 2007 on the Gold Coast!

This is what they look like but they will be Black.

What do you need to do to get one of these?
You have to be registered for TechEd this year. We will be handing out TechNet stickers during registration on Tuesday 7th August, make sure you grab one and wear it during TechEd. We will be randomly giving out the Hooded Jumpers plus other spot prizes to those wearing the TechNet stickers during the conference.

The TechNet Stand at TechEd
We will also have our very own stand at TechEd this year. We will have speakers there to answer any questions you have. We will also have the following at the stand - Windows Server 2008 Beta 3 DVD, Windows Server 2008 Beta 3 Resources DVD, Windows Server 2008 Component Posters and will be offering 40% off TechNet Plus Direct Subscriptions. Make sure you come along and wear your sticker!

Which speakers will be on at the TechNet Stand at what time?

	Wed 8th	Thurs 9th	Fri 10th
10-11am	Michael Kleef	Philip Duff	Michael Kleef
	Ken Schaefer	David Kelly	David Kelly
11-12am	Jeff Alexander	Chris Green	David Kim
	Johann Kruse	Ken Schaefer	Chris Green
12-1pm	Leon Booth (12.30 -1.30)	Jeff Alexander	Jeff Alexander
	Chris Green	James McCutcheon	Toby Alcock
1-2pm	Ramprabhu Rathnam	Ramprabhu Rathnam	Ramprabhu Rathnam
	John Pritchard	John Pritchard	John Pritchard
	James McCutcheon	Ben Armstrong	Johann Kruse
2-3pm	Andrew McMurray	Andrew McMurray	Andrew McMurray
	Hugo Ortega	Hugo Ortega	James McCutcheon
3-4pm	Jason Clarke	Jason Clarke	Jason Clarke
	Ben Armstrong	Leon Booth
		Michael Kleef
4-5pm	Toby Alcock	John Pritchard

Note this schedule can change...

See you on the GC!

TechEd Signature

Deeps — Fri, 25 May 2007 06:01:00 GMT

Support TechEd 2007 with your very own Tech Ed Signature!

Register today for your Earlybird Discount for TechEd 2007 Australia

Deeps — Wed, 18 Apr 2007 03:42:00 GMT

TechEd 2007 is on the Gold Coast this year during August 7th-10th. Save $400 on your Tech Ed 2007 registration! Pay only $1599.

Who should attend?
Anyone wanting to build on their skills to advance their career will benefit. From System Administrators to Web Developers, there's something for everyone at Tech.Ed 2007.

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Certification
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Access to industry legends
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Networking
Catch up with old friends and meet new people that share your interests. Swap stories, exchange ideas and relax and enjoy yourself at the social events.

Cabana sessions
Join small informal groups to discuss your area of expertise with Microsoft experts, and get specific advice and information from industry gurus.

Massive exhibition area
Be among the first to see the latest and greatest innovations from Microsoft and Partners, covering every area of technology imaginable.

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More info http://www.microsoft.com/australia/teched07/index.aspx