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Agenda

Day One | Tuesday | 14 October

8:30

Registration and Morning Refreshments

8:55

Welcome Address from Aventedge

9:00

Chairperson’s Opening Address

Sue Johnson, Director, Games Independent Infrastructure and Coordination Authority (GIICA)

DELIVERING FOR 2032 AND BEYOND

9:10

Opening Keynote: Games legacy through partnership: Delivering infrastructure for Queensland’s future

Simon Crooks, Chief Executive Officer, Games Independent Infrastructure and Coordination Authority (GIICA)

DRIVING STATEWIDE GROWTH

9:40

Local Government Panel: Balancing growth, investment and community legacy

Navigating the impact of accelerated planning powers on council planning and development outcomes
Exploring how councils are balancing growth, density and liveability while embedding sustainability and resilience
Aligning planning, funding and delivery to ensure councils can meet Olympic timelines and long-term infrastructure needs
Positioning regions to capture lasting economic and community benefits beyond 2032

Moderator: Alison Smith, CEO, Local Government Association of Queensland

Cr Tom Tate, Mayor, City of Gold Coast

Cr Tony Williams, Mayor, Rockhampton Regional Council

Scott Waters, Chief Executive Officer, Moreton Bay City Council

10:20

Behind the Advice: How Infrastructure Australia informs major project investment and prioritisation

David Tucker, Chief – Project Advisory and Evaluation, Infrastructure Australia

10:50

InEight Address

Ian Watt, Regional Director, InEight

10:55

Structured Networking

11:15

Morning Tea

HARNESSING DIGITAL TECHNOLOGIES AND CONSTRUCTION INNOVATION

11:45

Fireside Chat: Creating a technology and data legacy for Queensland, Australia and the IOC

As Brisbane prepares to host the 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games, this fireside chat explores how technology and data are transforming the way major infrastructure projects are delivered – and how they’ll shape Queensland’s long-term economic and social legacy.

Moderator: Andrew Rampton, Industry Transformation Lead, Procore Technologies

Ellen Derrick, Asia-Pacific Government and Public Services Leader, Deloitte

12:05

Interactive Breakout Discussions: Future ready infrastructure

Join two focused 30-minute sessions exploring critical strategies for Olympic infrastructure delivery.

Breakout A: How to leverage the full supply chain to decarbonise infrastructure projects.

Explore how the supply chain can contribute to sustainability outcomes for projects by optimising logistics, building more for less, being fit for purpose and reducing upfront embodied carbon.

Evan Smith, National Sustainability Manager - Sustainable Construction, Holcim

Breakout B: Brisbane 32: A game-changer for construction?

Gain key insights from “The Future State of Construction Report” and examine how the Brisbane 2032 Games are redefining the construction landscape. Challenge your thinking on how innovation, collaboration, and digital transformation can drive smarter delivery and lasting industry legacy.

Andrew Rampton, Industry Transformation Lead, Procore Technologies

1:10

Networking Lunch

BUILDING FUTURE READY TRANSPORT INFRASTRUCTURE

2:10

Keynote: Building the Backbone – Delivering Queensland’s transport legacy

This keynote will explore how Queensland is delivering an integrated, future-ready transport network that meets the demands of Brisbane 2032 while supporting long-term growth, connectivity, and sustainability.

Andrew Mahon, Deputy Director-General Policy, Planning and Investment, Department of Transport and Main Roads

2:40

Panel: Rethinking transport infrastructure to meet Olympic needs and deliver long-term benefits

Enabling faster, smarter delivery by prioritising critical transport upgrades across Queensland’s Olympic and regional networks
Maximising return on investment by aligning transport upgrades with long-term regional growth, tourism and community infrastructure needs
Exploring how ITS and digital solutions are being integrated into major projects to improve delivery outcomes and long-term asset performance
Assessing how emerging mobility technologies such as connected and autonomous vehicles can complement existing infrastructure and support Queensland’s future transport network

Moderator: Luke Whistler, Deputy Chair, Infrastructure Association of Queensland (IAQ)

Jeremy Kruger, Program Director - Program Delivery, Cross River Rail Delivery Authority

Zuduo Zheng, Professor, School of Civil Engineering, The University of Queensland

Katrina Newcombe, General Manager Asset Management – Transport, Ventia

Callum Agnew, Director, TBH

3:30

Afternoon Tea

4:00

Harnessing ITS for Brisbane 2032 and beyond

How digital monitoring, connected infrastructure, and automation can extend the capacity and resilience of Queensland’s transport upgrades
Realistic timelines for CAVs adoption, integration with current networks, and opportunities for precincts and Olympic transport corridors
What needs to be trialled and scaled now to leave Queensland with a smarter, future-ready mobility ecosystem beyond the Games

Dr Ashish Bhaskar, Professor of Civil Engineering (Transport Engineering), Queensland University of Technology

4:20

Case study: Brisbane Metro – Successfully delivering a game-changing transit project

Delivering Brisbane's first electric rapid transit project
Ensure on-time delivery through clear staging, milestone tracking, and alignment with Brisbane 2032 infrastructure goals
Unlock long-term value by designing flexible, scalable transit that meets future mobility and sustainability needs

Cr Andrew Wines, Chair, Public Transport Committee, Brisbane City Council

4:50

Chairperson’s Closing Address

5:00

End of Day One and Networking Drinks

Day Two | Wednesday | 15 October

8:45

Registration and Morning Refreshments

9:05

Welcome address from Aventedge

9:10

Chairperson’s Opening Address

Amanda Yeates, Former Chief Executive Officer, SunCentral Maroochydore

BUILDING SUSTAINABLE FOUNDATIONS FOR QUEENSLAND’S FUTURE

9:20

Opening Keynote: Delivering Queensland’s long-term growth through major infrastructure

This session looks at how government is fast-tracking critical infrastructure, creating jobs, and unlocking long-term benefits for communities across the state. It explores how planning, investment and delivery are being coordinated to drive growth and economic impact across Queensland’s regions.

Hon Jarrod Bleijie, Deputy Premier of Queensland, Minister for State Development, Infrastructure and Planning, and Minister for Industrial Relations, Queensland Government

FUNDING, FINANCING AND DELIVERY STRATEGY

9:50

Fireside Chat: Leveraging PPPs to drive infrastructure and investment

Examining practical PPP models delivering major transport, housing and precinct infrastructure
Unpacking how PPPs are being structured to align risk, incentives and returns for both public and private partners
Identifying where super funds and institutional investors are looking to back projects that deliver both commercial returns and long-term community value

Moderator: Amanda Yeates, Former Chief Executive Officer, SunCentral Maroochydore

Damian Graham, Chief Investment Officer, Aware Super

Louie Trajkoski, Acting Chief Investment Officer, Northern Australia Infrastructure Facility (NAIF)

10:30

Morning Tea

DELIVERY MODELS AND LEGACY OUTCOMES

11:00

Presentation: Leaving a legacy through collaboration, local procurement and social outcomes

Procurement models that reduce risk and support local businesses and suppliers (ECI’s, separating civil enabling works from the building phase)
Supporting local investment and supply chains by creating opportunities to be part of something lasting (smaller packages)
Prioritising social outcomes to ensure the legacy of the Games extends well beyond the event
Leveraging collaborative partnerships to fast-track delivery and overcome delivery challenges on complex urban works (Robelle Domain, Orion Springfield)

Scott Power, Chief Executive Officer, BMD Group

11:30

Presentation: Brisbane Athlete Villages – Enabling legacy through precinct planning and private investment

Coordinating precinct-wide infrastructure planning in partnership with local government and industry to deliver integrated outcomes
Aligning Games-time infrastructure investment with broader community and economic outcomes
Embedding sustainability and social impact through energy-efficient design, accessible housing, and inclusive public spaces to drive long-term value
Collaborating with private developers to ensure Games infrastructure transitions seamlessly into permanent mixed-use communities post-2032

Timothy Hortz,  Executive Director, Games Infrastructure (Venues and Villages),  Department of State Development, Infrastructure and Planning

12:00

Panel: Building scalable, sustainable infrastructure for long-term legacy

Leveraging Olympic venues and infrastructure as catalysts for housing, commercial and industrial development
Aligning precinct planning with population growth, regional priorities, sustainability and liveability outcomes
Unlocking investment and economic growth by integrating land use, transport and infrastructure delivery for long-term community benefit

Moderator: Scott Smith, Chief Executive Officer, Council of Mayors, South East Queensland

James Tuma, Managing Partner, Urbis

Cr Teresa Harding, Mayor, Ipswich City Council

Grantley Switzer, Sunshine Coast Program Lead - Brisbane 2032, Sunshine Coast Council

12:50

Networking Lunch

EMPLOYMENT, SKILLS AND INDUSTRY CAPABILITY

1:50

Panel: Workforce strategies for 2032 delivery

Developing skills pipelines through government–industry partnerships, TAFE, and universities to meet Olympic-scale delivery needs and build lasting capability across Queensland’s infrastructure sector
Addressing workforce mobility challenges including housing, relocation and regional capability gaps
Exploring how education and training providers are equipping graduates and apprentices with job-ready skills for infrastructure delivery
Retaining talent and managing labour costs sustainably in a competitive construction and infrastructure market

Moderator: Brad Wood, Growth Leader – Major Games and Events, GHD, Co-Chair, Infrastructure Association of Queensland (IAQ) 2032 Games Taskforce

Geoff Clare, Chief Executive Officer, Construction Skills Queensland

Jenni Butler, Chief Academic Officer, TAFE Queensland

Adam Pennicott, Executive Director, Strategic Partnerships and Initiatives, Delivery and Partnerships Division, Department of Trade, Employment and Training

UNLOCKING ECONOMIC GROWTH BEYOND THE GAMES

2:30

Closing Keynote Panel: Unlocking economic growth through the 2032 Games

Leveraging the Games to boost tourism, major events and Queensland’s global profile
Capitalising on precinct and venue development to drive ongoing economic activity and investment
Embedding legacy outcomes into urban renewal projects that strengthen local economies and community value
Exploring how public and private partners can collaborate to maximise trade, jobs and long-term economic growth across Queensland

Moderator: Estella Rodighiero, CEO, Regional Development Australia Gold Coast

Eugénie Buckley, Deputy Director-General, Olympic and Paralympic Games Office, Department of Sport, Racing and Olympic and Paralympic Games

Craig Davidson, Chief Executive Officer, Tourism and Events Queensland

Amanda Yeates, Former Chief Executive Officer, SunCentral Maroochydore

Luke Fraser, Chief Executive Officer, Artemus Group and Howard Smith Wharves

Julia Scodellaro, Chief Executive Officer, South Bank Corporation

3:20

Chairperson’s Closing Address

3:30

End of Summit and Afternoon Refreshments

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