Upcoming Events
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Upcoming major events
VIC |
Energy Security VIC
Join CEDA’s Energy Security VIC event to hear from leaders across the energy sector on how they are balancing supply, demand, and security during periods of vulnerability, and planning for a resilient, sustainable energy future.
Speakers:
Tim Jordan, Commissioner, Australian Energy Market Commission
Alistair Parker, Chief Executive Officer, VicGrid
Stephanie McGregor, Chief Executive Officer, Marinus Link
Daniel Nugent, Trading & Transition Executive, EnergyAustralia
Chris Miller, Chief Executive Officer, SEC Victoria
Erin Coldham, Chief Development Officer, Southerly Ten
David Green, General Manager Development, Lochard Energy
NSW |
Public–Private Partnerships: Investing in Australia’s skills and economic future
As Australia seeks new drivers of productivity, innovation and workforce capability, international investment in higher education is playing an increasingly important role in shaping the nation's economic future.
Speakers:
Robert Silberman, Chairman, Strategic Education, Inc.
Professor Aleks Subic, Vice-Chancellor and CEO, Torrens University Australia
Jeff Connolly, Chief Executive Officer/Director, Thales Australia
Iain Rouse, Director of Region Services, Amazon Web Services
SA |
Speakers:
The Hon. Katrine Hildyard, SA Minister for Human Services; Seniors and Ageing Well; and Women
Paul Evans, CEO, Adelaide Community Healthcare Alliance
Karren Raper, Executive Director Education and Training, TAFE SA
Prof Chris Barr, Dean, People and Resources, College of Health and Enablement, Flinders University
Jacki Done, Chief People Partnerships and Quality Officer, UnitingSA
Melia Stone, General Manager People, Eldercare
Lucy Wade, SA State Director, Child Youth and Families, Alcohol and Other Drugs, Life Without Barriers
Sandy Pitcher, Chief Executive, SA Department of Human Services
Anita Peace, Chief People Officer, Helping Hand SA
Professor David Gonzalez, Head of Rural Health Research, Adelaide University
QLD |
Women’s Economic Security and Wellbeing Report Briefing with Hon Fiona Simpson
CEDA is pleased to welcome Hon Fiona Simpson, Minister for Women and Women's Economic Security, Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander Partnerships and Multiculturalism to provide an early look at the forthcoming Women's Economic Security and Wellbeing Report.
Speakers:
Hon Fiona Simpson MP, Minister for Women and Women's Economic Security, Minister for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Partnerships and Minister for Multiculturalism
NSW |
In conversation with RBA Governor Michele Bullock
We are pleased to welcome Reserve Bank of Australia Governor, Michele Bullock, back to the CEDA stage to discuss inflation, interest rates and insights into Australia’s economic outlook.
Speakers:
Michele Bullock, Governor, Reserve Bank of Australia
WA |
Joining the dots: towards a seamless Australian economy
Join CEDA for an address by Federal Assistant Minister Andrew Leigh as he explores how a revitalised National Competition Policy can help build a more seamless national economy.
Speakers:
The Hon. Dr Andrew Leigh, Assistant Minister for Productivity, Competition, Charities and Treasury
SA |
South Australia: Pathways to skills, jobs and growth
Join South Australia’s leading policymakers, educators and industry leaders for a timely discussion on the future of skills, training and workforce pathways in the state.
Speakers:
The Hon Lucy Hood, Minister for Education, Training and Skills
Professor Martin Westwell, Chief Executive, SA Department for Education
Adam Kilvert, Chief Executive, TAFE SA
QLD |
Queensland State of the State 2026
Join CEDA and the Queensland business community as Premier David Crisafulli delivers his third State of the State address. Register now and join the conversation.
Speakers:
The Hon. David Crisafulli, Premier of Queensland
NSW |
TEST: AI Leadership Summit 2026
The AI Leadership Summit is the most influential AI event of the year designed for leaders and organised by CEDA and the National AI Centre. It connects executives, decision makers and thought leaders from across business, government and academia.
Speakers:
Sarah Simpson, CEDA Speaker, CEDA Speakers
National |
ESG Community of Best Practice - Making a compelling business case for nature
Exclusively for CEDA members, join the ESG Community of Best Practice to explore how ESG professionals can translate nature and biodiversity into strategic, financial, and decision-ready insights
Speakers:
Gordon Noble, Associate Director, Membership and Impact, CEDA
