Upcoming Events
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NSW |
Martin Luther King III on Indigenous talent and the link to Australian economic prosperity
CEDA and CareerTrackers present Martin Luther King III, and a panel of Australian business and government leaders, to explore the economic opportunity of Australia's untapped Indigenous talent.
Speakers:
Martin Luther King III Civil Rights Leader and Global Humanitarian
The Hon Linda Burney Former Minister for Indigenous Australians
Melinda Cilento Chief Executive, CEDA
Adam Davids CEO and Managing Director, CareerTrackers
Renee Wootton Tomlin Founder and CEO, Aerospace Transition Group
Ben Wyatt Former WA Treasurer and Non Executive Director
Public
2/5/2026 11:45:00 AM
PwC Sydney
Corporate social responsibility | Social Compact, Leadership | Diversity | Inclusion, Economy, Indigenous affairs
2/5/2026 11:45:00 AM
National |
AI Community of Best Practice - AI Outlook 2026: Forces and Friction
Join the first forum of 2026 of the AI Community which will provide a sharp overview of the key forces shaping Australia’s AI landscape in 2026. Gain clear, insights into the opportunities and risks ahead for businesses and Australia’s future prosperity.
Speakers:
Cassandra Winzar Chief Economist, CEDA
Beth Worrall Industry Program Manager, National AI Centre, Federal Department of Industry, Science and Resources
Simon Burns Partner, Gilbert + Tobin
Member Only
2/11/2026 12:00:00 PM
Online
Data | Digital economy, Government | Regulation, Technology | Innovation
2/11/2026 12:00:00 PM
National |
ESG Community of Best Practice - ESG outlook 2026: reading the winds of change
Stay ahead in a rapidly shifting landscape by joining the first ESG Community forum for 2026. This session unpacks the latest legal and regulatory updates, climate and energy investment signals, and the broader sustainability outlook shaping Australian organisations.
Speakers:
Ilona Millar Partner, Gilbert + Tobin
Member Only
2/12/2026 12:00:00 PM
Online
Climate | Environment | Emissions Reduction, Corporate social responsibility | Social Compact, Government | Regulation, Sustainability
2/12/2026 12:00:00 PM
WA |
Full employment | In conversation with RBA's Sarah Hunter
Hear directly from Sarah Hunter as she explores the RBA’s perspective on full employment and current conditions in the labour market.
Speakers:
Sarah Hunter Chief Economist and Assistant Governor (Economic), Reserve Bank of Australia
Adam Kinnest General Manager, Engineers Australia
Cassandra Winzar Chief Economist, CEDA
Public
2/12/2026 12:00:00 PM
Engineers Australia WA
Economy, Workforce | Skills
2/12/2026 12:00:00 PM
QLD |
Qld Navigating 2026: economic predictions, policy directions and geopolitical impacts
Gain clarity on the year ahead with CEDA’s annual Navigating series—your guide to the economic, political and geopolitical forces shaping Australia’s business landscape.
Speakers:
Liam Dillon Senior Economist, CEDA
Invite Only
2/16/2026 12:00:00 PM
Commonwealth Bank of Australia
Economy, Government | Regulation
2/16/2026 12:00:00 PM
SA |
SA Navigating 2026: economic predictions, policy directions and geopolitical impacts
Gain clarity on the year ahead with CEDA’s annual Navigating series—your guide to the economic, political and geopolitical forces shaping Australia’s business landscape.
Speakers:
Melinda Cilento Chief Executive, CEDA
Assoc Prof Jessica Genauer Senior Lecturer International Relations, and Program Director, Politics, Policy, Flinders University
Rory McClaren State Political Reporter, ABC (Australian Broadcasting Corporation)
Anders Magnusson Chief Economist, BDO
Invite Only
2/17/2026 12:00:00 PM
BDO Place
Economy, Government | Regulation
2/17/2026 12:00:00 PM
ACT |
ACT Navigating 2026: economic predictions, policy directions and geopolitical impacts
Gain clarity on the year ahead with CEDA’s annual Navigating series—your guide to the economic, political and geopolitical forces shaping Australia’s business landscape.
Speakers:
Tim Kane Senior Economist, CEDA
David Woods First Assistant Secretary and Chief Economist, Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade
Dr Pradeep Philip Lead Partner, Deloitte Access Economics, Deloitte
Public
2/17/2026 12:00:00 PM
Deloitte Canberra
Economy, Government | Regulation
2/17/2026 12:00:00 PM
SA |
Vision for South Australia | An address by Premier Peter Malinauskas
Ahead of the 2026 South Australian election, Premier Peter Malinauskas will take to the CEDA stage to outline his vision for the future of the State.
Speakers:
The Hon. Peter Malinauskas MP Premier of South Australia
Public
2/18/2026 12:00:00 PM
Adelaide Convention Centre
Economy, Government | Regulation
2/18/2026 12:00:00 PM
WA |
WA Navigating 2026: economic predictions, policy directions and geopolitical impacts120
Gain clarity on the year ahead with CEDA’s annual Navigating series—your guide to the economic, political and geopolitical forces shaping Australia’s business landscape.
Speakers:
Assoc. Professor Paul Maginn Director UWA Public Policy Institute, The University of Western Australia
Professor Gordon Flake Chief Executive Officer, Perth USAsia Centre, University of Western Australia
Danika Adams Senior Economist, CEDA
Paula Gadsby Senior Economist and Director, EY
Invite Only
2/19/2026 12:00:00 PM
EY Perth
Economy, Government | Regulation
2/19/2026 12:00:00 PM
NSW |
ACCC annual enforcement and compliance policy update 2026
We are delighted to welcome ACCC Chair, Gina Cass-Gottlieb back to the CEDA stage to deliver her annual address on issues including the evolving regulatory focus, emerging enforcement priorities, fair trading and consumer safety.
Speakers:
Gina Cass-Gottlieb Chairman, Australian Competition & Consumer Commission
Public
2/19/2026 12:00:00 PM
The Fullerton Hotel
Government | Regulation
2/19/2026 12:00:00 PM