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National |
AI Community Forum - In Conversation with AI and Manufacturing Global Expert Andy Neely
Exclusively for CEDA members, join the AI Community of Best Practice for a very special in conversation with Professor Andy Neely OBE, a global authority on manufacturing, services and innovation.
Speakers:
Prof. Andy Neely Professor of Manufacturing, The University of Cambridge
Darryl Kaufmann Regional Head of Digital Industries, Siemens
Member Only
2/24/2026 11:00:00 AM
Online
Data | Digital economy, Leadership | Diversity | Inclusion, Government | Regulation, Infrastructure, Institutions, International affairs, Technology | Innovation, Workforce | Skills
2/24/2026 11:00:00 AM
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, Energy Security Corporation
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 MP Minister for Innovation, Science and the Digital Economy
Dennis Hendriks Acting Coordinator – General, Tasmanian Department of State Growth
Dr Norman Baker Chief Executive Officer, TasTAFE
Steve Butler Founder and Chief Executive Officer, Symphony Infrastructure Partners
Professor Kristy de Salas Head of ICT and Associate Head Research, University of Tasmania
Dean Dixon Network Strategy & Development Lead, 42-24
Mark Bowles Dean and Head of School, Tasmanian School of Business and Economics, University of Tasmania
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 Public Policy 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
Waterside Pavilion
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
Amy Stanley Chief People Officer, HBF Health
Invite Only
3/4/2026 12:00:00 PM
HBF Head Office, Perth City
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 and research partners Urbis will discuss the scope and early findings of their research while gathering insights on the state of play in Victoria.
Speakers:
Danika Adams Senior Economist, CEDA
Mark Dawson Partner, Urbis
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