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ACT |
ACT State of the Territory 2026
Join CEDA and Canberra’s business community as Chief Minister Andrew Barr delivers the annual State of the Territory address. Register now and join the conversation.
Speakers:
The Hon. Andrew Barr MLA ACT Chief Minister
Chris Steel MLA ACT Treasurer, Minister for Planning and Sustainable Development; Heritage; and Transport
Public
3/12/2026 12:00:00 PM
The Rex Canberra
Economy, Government | Regulation
3/12/2026 12:00:00 PM
WA |
Advancing health intelligence: data, AI and innovation in Western Australia
CEDA is pleased to welcome Dr Shirley Bowen. Director General of the WA Department of Health for an exclusive roundtable discussion
Speakers:
Dr Shirley Bowen Director General, WA Department of Health
Invite Only
3/12/2026 12:00:00 PM
The University of Western Australia
Built environment | Urban Planning | Cities, Government | Regulation
3/12/2026 12:00:00 PM
VIC |
VIC | 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
Liam Dillon Senior Economist, CEDA
Public
3/17/2026 12:00:00 PM
Zinc @ Federation Square
Data | Digital economy, Marketing | PR | Media, Technology | Innovation
3/17/2026 12:00:00 PM
QLD |
The hidden workforce: using UGRs to drive culture, engagement and profit
CEDA is pleased to welcome international corporate culture and engagement leader, Paul ter Wal for this exclusive roundtable.
Speakers:
Paul ter Wal Corporate Culture & Engagement Explorer
Invite Only
3/17/2026 2:00:00 PM
Venue To Be Confirmed, Brisbane
Leadership | Diversity | Inclusion, Workforce | Skills
3/17/2026 2:00:00 PM
VIC |
Infrastructure and transport | In conversation with Catherine King
We are pleased to welcome Federal Minister, the Hon. Catherine King, back to the CEDA stage to deliver a wide-ranging portfolio update and answer your questions.
Speakers:
The Hon. Catherine King Federal Minister for Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development and Local Government
Public
3/18/2026 12:00:00 PM
Venue to be confirmed, Melbourne
Built environment | Urban Planning | Cities, Government | Regulation, Infrastructure, Regional development, Transport
3/18/2026 12:00:00 PM
NSW |
AI Governance for Boards: Non-Executive Directors' Breakfast
Is your board ready for AI accountability? Explore how implementing formal AI governance structures, with clear decision-making frameworks, can help non-executive directors enable productivity and innovation while avoiding costly mistakes.
Speakers:
Prof Nicholas Davis Industry Professor, Emerging Technology and Co-Director, UTS Human Technology Institute, University of Technology Sydney
Dr Sue Keay Director, UNSW AI Institute; Founder, Robotics Australia Group
Virginia Briggs Chief Executive Officer and Managing Partner, MinterEllison
Invite Only
3/24/2026 8:00:00 AM
MinterEllison Sydney
Data | Digital economy, Leadership | Diversity | Inclusion, Technology | Innovation
3/24/2026 8:00:00 AM
NSW |
NSW | 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
Melinda Cilento Chief Executive, CEDA
Public
3/26/2026 12:00:00 PM
The Fullerton Hotel
Data | Digital economy, Marketing | PR | Media, Technology | Innovation
3/26/2026 12:00:00 PM
NSW |
Speakers:
The Hon. Paul Scully MP NSW Minister for Planning and Public Spaces, Parliament of NSW
Tony Chappel Chief Executive Officer, NSW Environment Protection Authority
Anneliese Korber Environment and Planning Partner, Norton Rose Fulbright
Aydin Kizilirmak Head of Grid Connections and Approvals, Aydin Kizilirmak
Aryel Pyliotis Technical Director Environment, GHD Pty Ltd
Public
3/30/2026 11:30:00 AM
Shangri-La Hotel, Sydney
Agribusiness, Built environment | Urban Planning | Cities, Climate | Environment | Emissions Reduction, Energy, Infrastructure, Regional development, Resources, Transport, Water
3/30/2026 11:30:00 AM
WA |
Speakers:
The Hon. Matthew Swinbourn MLC Minister for Community Services and Homelessness
Sally Wilson Australian Environment Market Leader
Tamara Brooker Chief Development Officer, Yindjibarndi Energy Corporation
Melanie Debenham Partner, Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer
Darren Walsh Chair, WA Environmental Protection Agency
Public
3/31/2026 11:30:00 AM
Fraser's Kings Park
Built environment | Urban Planning | Cities, Climate | Environment | Emissions Reduction, Energy, Infrastructure, Regional development, Resources, Transport, Water
3/31/2026 11:30:00 AM
NSW |
In conversation with Simon Draper
Join fellow leaders from across NSW's business community for a Chatham House discussion with Simon Draper, Secretary of the Premier's Department NSW.
Speakers:
Simon Draper Secretary, Premier's Department NSW
Invite Only
4/9/2026 11:30:00 AM
Venue to be confirmed, Sydney
4/9/2026 11:30:00 AM