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Monday 25th - Thursday 28th October
Novotel Brighton Beach, Sydney

Welcome to the peak national event for those working to generate sustainable economic, environmental and social prosperity.

Businesses, government agencies, peak bodies, industry associations, consultants, commentators and business leaders will be amongst the speakers and fellow delegates.

EDA remains a key sounding board for information and advice to Governments, communities, and industry, and this year’s national conference offers an opportunity to give your input to new policies, perspective on local practicalities, and to learn from peers.

Can you afford to miss it?

International speakers

• Don Holbrook, IEDC
• Dr James Rowe, NZ

Pre-Conference Technical Tours

• Nuclear facility, business accelerator & indigenous cruise
• Development insights from Parramatta river

Topics

• National economic analysis from government and industry
• Expert financial panel – focus on access to finance for SMEs
• Structure of the economic development role within local government – detailed case studies
• Collaboration between universities, SMEs and councils – new research
• Recovery needs of SMEs – council, industry and government responses
• New tools to aid business collaboration
• Breakouts on urban and non-urban issues – 18 workshop choices
• World Cafe to incorporate your views on collaboration
• Professional development Masterclass