Upcoming Events

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Upcoming major events

Event

NSW | 

AI Community Forum - AI Governance Workshop: High Risk AI Deployment

Exclusively for CEDA members, the AI Governance and Ethics Case Study Series is an in-person workshop for leaders navigating high-risk AI systems, through a real-world case study and experts across industry and research.


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Speakers:

Jade Haar, Head of Privacy and Data Ethics Advice, National Australia Bank

Llewellyn Spink, AI Corporate Governance Lead, University of Technology Sydney

Simon Burns, Partner, Gilbert + Tobin


Calendar Icon Member Only
Location Icon 6/10/2026 10:00:00 AM
People Icon Gilbert + Tobin, Sydney
People Icon Data | Digital economy, Government | Regulation, Technology | Innovation, Workforce | Skills
People Icon 6/10/2026 10:00:00 AM
Event

SA | 

SA State Budget address 2026

We are delighted to welcome South Australian Treasurer, the Hon. Tom Koutsantonis, to the CEDA stage to deliver his first 2026 State Budget address.


25

Speakers:

The Hon. Tom Koutsantonis, SA Treasurer and Minister for Energy and Mining


Calendar Icon Public
Location Icon 6/10/2026 12:00:00 PM
People Icon Adelaide Convention Centre
People Icon Economy, Government | Regulation
People Icon 6/10/2026 12:00:00 PM
Event

WA | 

25

Speakers:

Adrian Chapman, Managing Director - Mining & Metals, WSP

Danika Adams, Senior Economist, CEDA


Calendar Icon Invite Only
Location Icon 6/11/2026 12:00:00 PM
People Icon WSP - Perth
People Icon Energy
People Icon 6/11/2026 12:00:00 PM
Event

National | 

AI Community Forum - From sandbox to scale: roadmaps to scale AI

Exclusively for CEDA members, this forum is designed for organisations ready to move beyond AI pilots. Featuring a real-world case study, the session explores how to scale AI successfully by aligning technology, culture and capability to deliver lasting business impact.


25

Speakers:

Dilan Perera, Chief AI Officer, BKI

Helen Burns, Partner, IBM Australia

Emma Haller, Program Manager, Industry Growth, Federal Department of Industry, Science and Resources


Calendar Icon Member Only
Location Icon 6/17/2026 12:00:00 PM
People Icon Online
People Icon Data | Digital economy, Government | Regulation, Technology | Innovation, Workforce | Skills
People Icon 6/17/2026 12:00:00 PM
Event

QLD | 

25

Speakers:

Sam Mackay, Director Membership and Impact, CEDA

Sam McWilliam, Managing Director - Transport, WSP


Calendar Icon Invite Only
Location Icon 6/18/2026 12:00:00 PM
People Icon WSP - Level 12, 900 Ann Street, Fortitude Valley
People Icon Infrastructure
People Icon 6/18/2026 12:00:00 PM
Event

WA | 

WA | Building The New Defence-Tech Economy

Join the leaders shaping Australia’s growing defence‑tech economy.


25

Speakers:

The Hon Paul Papalia CSC MLA, Minister for Emergency Services, Corrective Services, Defence Industries, Veterans, Racing & Gaming

Michael Howell, First Assistant Secretary, Industry Engagement, Department of Defence

Peter La Franchi, National Defence Director, TBH

Kellie Jenkins, Global Supply Chain Program Manager, Babcock

Harry Hubbert, Co-Founder & Chief Operating Officer, Greenroom Robotics


Calendar Icon Public
Location Icon 6/23/2026 11:45:00 AM
People Icon Pan Pacific Perth
People Icon Data | Digital economy, Defence, Economy, Technology | Innovation
People Icon 6/23/2026 11:45:00 AM
Event

ACT | 

State of the Nation 2026 | Strong economy. Strong society. Sustainable prosperity

Across three days in Canberra, State of the Nation will examine how we achieve sustainable, long-term prosperity for all Australians. Join us on 24-26 June 2026 and be part of the conversation shaping Australia’s future.


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Speakers:

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Calendar Icon Public
Location Icon 6/24/2026 7:30:00 AM
People Icon Parliament House Canberra
People Icon Economy, Government | Regulation
People Icon 6/24/2026 7:30:00 AM
Event

NSW | 

NSW State Budget address 2026

We are delighted to welcome NSW Treasurer, the Hon. Daniel Mookhey, back to the CEDA stage to deliver the 2026 State Budget address.


25

Speakers:

The Hon. Daniel Mookhey, Treasurer of NSW

Rob Kenna, Chief Executive, TCorp


Calendar Icon Public
Location Icon 6/24/2026 12:00:00 PM
People Icon Sheraton Grand Sydney Hyde Park
People Icon Economy, Government | Regulation
People Icon 6/24/2026 12:00:00 PM
Event

SA | 

SA | Building The New Defence-Tech Economy

Join the leaders shaping Australia’s growing defence‑tech economy.


25

Speakers:

Matt Opie, Chief Executive, Defence SA

Prof Tanya Monro AC, Chief Defence Scientist, Federal Department of Defence

Julian McCarthy, SA Managing Partner and National Defence Lead Partner, PwC Australia

Peter La Franchi, National Defence Director, TBH

Rebecca Humble, Chief Executive Officer, Aurizn

Andy Keough CSC, Managing Director, SAAB Systems Australia


Calendar Icon Public
Location Icon 6/29/2026 11:45:00 AM
People Icon National Wine Centre, Adelaide
People Icon Data | Digital economy, Defence, Economy, Technology | Innovation
People Icon 6/29/2026 11:45:00 AM
Event

QLD | 

Queensland State Budget address 2026

We are delighted to welcome Queensland Treasurer, the Hon. David Janetzki, back to the CEDA stage to deliver the 2026 State Budget address.


25

Speakers:

The Hon David Janetzki MP, Queensland Treasurer, Minister for Energy and Minister for Home Ownership


Calendar Icon Public
Location Icon 6/29/2026 12:00:00 PM
People Icon Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre
People Icon Economy, Government | Regulation
People Icon 6/29/2026 12:00:00 PM