Upcoming Events
Connect, collaborate, debate, and contribute at CEDA’s policy events
Upcoming major events
NSW |
Speakers:
Melinda Cilento, Chief Executive, CEDA
Greg Kane, President and Managing Director, Australia, WSP
VIC |
Untangling the cable: interconnection in a disconnected world
CEDA is pleased to welcome Chair, Sandra Gamble, to discuss how Marinus Link is delivering on of the country’s largest and most vital infrastructure projects.
Speakers:
Sandra Gamble, Chair, Marinus Link
Martin Coates, Partner, Ontoit
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.
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
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.
Speakers:
The Hon. Tom Koutsantonis, SA Treasurer and Minister for Energy and Mining
WA |
Speakers:
Adrian Chapman, Managing Director - Mining & Metals, WSP
Danika Adams, Senior Economist, CEDA
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.
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
QLD |
Speakers:
Sam Mackay, Director Membership and Impact, CEDA
Sam McWilliam, Managing Director - Transport, WSP
WA |
WA | Building The New Defence-Tech Economy
Join the leaders shaping Australia’s growing defence‑tech economy.
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
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.
Speakers:
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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.
Speakers:
The Hon. Daniel Mookhey, Treasurer of NSW
Rob Kenna, Chief Executive, TCorp
