Upcoming Events
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NSW |
Energy Security NSW
Hear directly from the state’s energy leaders on how they are balancing supply, demand, and security during periods of vulnerability, and planning for a resilient, sustainable energy future.
Speakers:
Rainer Korte Commissioner, Australian Energy Market Commission
Paul Peters Chief Executive Officer, Paul Peters
Nevenka Codevelle Chief Executive Office, AusEnergy Services Ltd
Jason Krstanoski Executive General Manager - Network, Transgrid
Cathryn McArthur Executive General Manager, Customer and Strategy, Australian Gas Infrastructure Group (AGIG)
Sarah Lau Energy Policy Manager, Ausgrid
Nathan Ling Head of Development, Neoen Australia
Tim Kane Senior Economist, CEDA
Dominic Adams Chief Operations Officer, Energy Networks Australia
Public
2/24/2026 11:30:00 AM
Parliament House NSW
Climate | Environment | Emissions Reduction, Energy, Government | Regulation
2/24/2026 11:30:00 AM
VIC |
Vic 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
Michele Levine Chief Executive Officer, Roy Morgan Research
Paul Stephens Victoria State Director, Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade
Invite Only
2/25/2026 12:00:00 PM
Melbourne Town Hall
Economy, Government | Regulation
2/25/2026 12:00:00 PM
QLD |
Energy Security QLD
Join the conversation at CEDA’s Energy Security QLD event which will uncover Queensland’s priorities for delivering reliable, affordable power now and into the future.
Speakers:
Rainer Korte Commissioner, Australian Energy Market Commission
Benn Barr Executive General Manager, Regulation, Risk & Strategy, Energy Queensland
Stewart Bell Executive General Manager Operations and Planning, Powerlink Queensland
Petrea Bradford Group Executive Operations, APA Group
Rimu Nelson Executive General Manager – Asset Operations, CleanCo Queensland
Benjamin White Market Director - Energy, Beca
Vai Rane Market Lead - Transmission and Distribution, Beca
Public
2/26/2026 11:30:00 AM
Pullman King George Square
Climate | Environment | Emissions Reduction, Energy, Government | Regulation
2/26/2026 11:30:00 AM
NSW |
NSW 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:
Dr Alexander Korolev Senior Lecturer in Politics and International Relations, UNSW Sydney
Michele Levine Chief Executive Officer, Roy Morgan Research
Tim Kane Senior Economist, CEDA
Elise Ivory Partner and Head of Office, Dentons
Invite Only
2/26/2026 12:00:00 PM
Dentons Sydney
Economy, Government | Regulation
2/26/2026 12:00:00 PM
TAS |
Data centres: Tasmania as a digital infrastructure leader
As the digital economy grows, Tasmania’s data centre sector has the potential to empower innovation, create high-value jobs, improve essential services, and drive the clean energy transition. Join CEDA to explore the opportunities for the state economy, its businesses and people.
Speakers:
The Hon. Madeleine Ogilvie Tasmanian Minister for for Innovation, Science and the Digital Economy
John Perry Coordinator General Tasmania, Tasmanian Department of State Growth
Dr Norman Baker Chief Executive Officer, TasTAFE
Professor Kristy de Salas Head of ICT and Associate Head Research, University of Tasmania
Dean Dixon Network Strategy & Development Lead, 42-24
Tim Rosenfield Co-Chief Executive Officer, Firmus Technologies
Xavier Devereaux Head of Development Services, pitt&sherry
Public
3/2/2026 10:00:00 AM
Hotel Grand Chancellor - Hobart
Data | Digital economy, Energy, Infrastructure, Resources, Technology | Innovation
3/2/2026 10:00:00 AM
TAS |
Tasmania 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:
Danika Adams Senior Economist, CEDA
Erin Cooper-Douglas Deputy Politics + Society Editor, The Conversation, The Conversation
Scott Kelleher State Director Tasmania, Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade, Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade
Councillor Anna Reynolds Lord Mayor of Hobart, City of Hobart
Public
3/3/2026 12:00:00 PM
Hobart Town Hall
Economy, Government | Regulation
3/3/2026 12:00:00 PM
WA |
Hybrid work, human connection: building belonging in a flexible future
CEDA trustees are invited to hear from Kathryn van der Merwe on fostering meaningful connections and a positive workplace experience in flexible work environments.
Speakers:
Kathryn Van Der Merwe Group Executive, People, Culture and Capability, Telstra
Invite Only
3/4/2026 12:00:00 PM
Venue to be confirmed, Perth
Workforce | Skills
3/4/2026 12:00:00 PM
TAS |
Addressing Australia’s housing challenges in Tasmania
In a major research project delving into our housing challenges, CEDA Senior Economist Danika Adams will discuss the scope and early findings of her project while gathering insights on the state of play in Tasmania.
Speakers:
Danika Adams Senior Economist, CEDA
David Harradine Tasmanian Chairman, KPMG
Invite Only
3/4/2026 12:00:00 PM
KPMG Hobart
Built environment | Urban Planning | Cities, Critical services, Economy, Government | Regulation
3/4/2026 12:00:00 PM
VIC |
Addressing Australia’s housing challenges in Victoria
In a major research project delving into our housing challenges, CEDA Senior Economist Danika Adams will discuss the scope and early findings of her project while gathering insights on the state of play in Victoria.
Speakers:
Danika Adams Senior Economist, CEDA
Invite Only
3/5/2026 12:00:00 PM
Urbis Melbourne
Built environment | Urban Planning | Cities, Critical services, Economy, Government | Regulation
3/5/2026 12:00:00 PM
SA |
SA | The Scam Economy | How to Manage AI-Generated Threats and Build Trust
When seeing is no longer believing, how do businesses build trust? Explore the economic risks of AI-generated scams and synthetic media, with insights from strategic communications guru Feyi Akindoyeni and a panel of cyber, tech, finance and policy experts.
Speakers:
Feyi Akindoyeni Founding Partner, Communications, SEC Newgate Australia
Public
3/11/2026 12:00:00 PM
National Wine Centre, Adelaide
Data | Digital economy, Marketing | PR | Media, Technology | Innovation
3/11/2026 12:00:00 PM