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Taronga Western Plains Zoo,
Dubbo NSW

February 21, 2024

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A showcase of innovation, influence and positive change

Explore the future of regional NSW and join us for a two-day showcase of innovation, influence and positive change from 21-22 February 2024 at the Inland Growth Summit - People and Place. 

The Summit will shine a spotlight on ideators, thought leaders and entrepreneurs who are making inland Australia more innovative, economically vibrant and inclusive. It will showcase a variety of keynote presentations, panel discussions and networking opportunities for people interested in innovation, entrepreneurship and the future of regional NSW.

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The 2024 Inland Growth Summit is a unique opportunity to showcase your business, connect with key decision-makers, and gain valuable exposure in the region. Don’t miss out on this chance to promote your company!

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Meet the Speakers
Barry Irvin

Barry Irvin is Executive Chairman of the Bega Group, one of Australia's largest dairy and food companies with revenues exceeding $3 billion. The Bega Group's product portfolio ranges from dairy ingredients to a number of Australia's most iconic brands including Vegemite, Farmers Union, Dare, Dairy Farmers and Daily Juice.

Barry Irvin (joining virtually)

Executive Chairman, The Bega Group

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Fiona Nash

Regional Education Commissioner

Steve Guy

As an experienced Town Planner and Project Manager, Steve has extensive experience working for local and state government, as well as in consulting and private enterprise in regional NSW and metropolitan Sydney, Regional Qld and Regional Victoria. Steve is the General Manager of Planning & Projects for Maas Group.

Steve Guy

General Manager Planning & Projects, MAAS Group Holdings Ltd

Carol Marra

Carol is one of Australia’s pre-eminent sustainability and climate change-ready architects with a global reputation for her research, leadership and innovative design approach. In 2009, she was awarded a Churchill Fellowship to examine the impact of climate change on buildings.

Carol Marra

Director, Marra + Yeh Architects

Duncan Wallace

Duncan has focussed on guiding SpinalCure’s research aims and promoting the cause through speaking engagements - using his slightly irreverent sense of humour and lived experience to shine a light on the very real prospects for a cure.

Duncan Wallace

Executive Director, SpinalCure Australia

Joh Leader

Oozing warmth, sincerity and compassion, Joh Leader has taken formidable strides in providing sincere, meaningful holistic long-term support for kids and young people caught in the crossfire of some of the most complex social issues anyone could face, and so falling through the cracks of society.

Joh Leader

Founder and CEO, LeaderLife

8:30AM – 10:00AM

WELCOME & INTRODUCTION

8:30AM – 10:00AM

10:30AM – 12:30PM

CIRCULAR & SUSTAINABILITY

10:30AM – 12:30PM

Investigate the tools to link regenerative economic and environmental development with social equity through a circular economy. Hear about the work being undertaken in this space and the benefits to grow prosperity, jobs and resilience while cutting greenhouse gas emissions, waste, and pollution.

1:15PM – 3:15PM

TRAINING & EDUCATION

1:15PM – 3:15PM

Explore the changing landscape of training and education to ensure regional NSW has a skilled workforce for career development and jobs in our region for the future. Listen to success stories about innovative programs that are changing lives, by improving access to and participation and attainment in education in regional, rural, and remote Australia.

3:45PM – 5:30PM

PEOPLE & COMMUNITY

3:45PM – 5:30PM

Discover the initiatives underway that are promoting the opportunities to live, work and invest in the regions. Uncover how to rejuvenate and revitalise our places by supporting communities and businesses and hear about the services available for digital connectivity in regional and remote NSW for social connectedness, operating a business and accessing essential services like health and education.

6:30PM - 8.30PM

SUMMIT NETWORKING DINNER

6:30PM - 8.30PM

The Summit Networking Dinner will be hosted in a relaxing setting by Down the Lane, where speakers and participants can meet and mingle and hear some inspiring and life-changing stories from LeaderLife Founder and CEO, Joh Leader. The not-for-profit organisation has a vision for all to lead a life of purpose, participation and potential, with no child left behind.

8.30AM - 9:00AM

WELCOME & INTRODUCTION

8.30AM - 9:00AM

9.00AM - 11.00AM

RURAL & REMOTE HEALTH

9.00AM - 11.00AM

The Rural and Remote Health session will provide an overview of the current healthcare system, the pros and cons and how unique solutions are providing innovative ways to care for our rural and remote communities. It will also discuss how transformational change can shift the system into providing better outcomes, while discussing methods to attract and retain healthcare professionals in regional, rural and remote locations.

11:30AM - 1:15PM

TOURISM & HOSPITALITY

11:30AM - 1:15PM

Open the door to new opportunities and learn about current and emerging trends in tourism and hospitality. Hear from industry experts on how to achieve success in different market segments and enhance the on-ground visitor experience for tourists who are coming back and staying longer.

2:00PM – 3:30PM

BUSINESS SPEED NETWORKING

2:00PM – 3:30PM

Sponsor

MAAS

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