We would like to invite you to the champagne networking session at the end of the first day of our conference. During this event, you will have the opportunity to network with a wide range of industry leaders and business partners, as well as broaden your business networks.
This powerful networking session will give you access to key influencers and our partners in the industry who have a wealth of experience and knowledge through the sessions they deliver at the main conference.
Monash University offers attendees a unique opportunity to explore one of Australia's leading Universities renowned for its advancements in sustainable urban development and resilience. The University creates change through deep collaboration and co-design, working in close partnership with government, industry and communities to amplify their impact on sustainability. Participants will have the chance to witness these partnerships in action, exploring various projects and initiatives that highlight Monash University's role as a catalyst in driving sustainable change.
The Port Phillip EcoCentre, a renowned community-managed nonprofit, is dedicated to reconnecting people with nature through education, science, policy, and action. With over 40 awards since 1999, the EcoCentre thrives on collaboration with community and corporate partners. Participants on this tour will explore St Kilda West Beach's native vegetation, intertidal zones, and learn about managing habitat, climate, and cultural heritage at a vibrant recreation site. Engaging in hands-on activities like biodiversity surveys, beach litter audits, and microplastics audits, attendees will delve into how citizen science, policy, design, and technology can drive resilient, sustainable cities.