Conference Day Two - Thursday, 2 May

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08:15
Registration and welcome coffee
09:00
Opening remarks from the Chair

Jamahl Waddington
Head of Infrastructure
JLL

Harnessing infrastructure as a driver for nation-building success
9:10
Prioritising and planning for critical nation-building infrastructure projects
  • Assessing project merits to align infrastructure development with growth objectives and social benefits
  • Enhancing stakeholder engagement to focus on projects that meet the community's needs and expectations
  • Implementing efficiency practices to accelerate project delivery and infrastructure investments

Coralie Williams
Director, Project Advisory & Evaluation
Infrastructure Australia

Navigating environmental challenges while supporting urban growth
09:40
The future of sustainable infrastructure in urban communities
  • Developing eco-friendly communities as living labs with integrated environmental features like wetlands, waterways, and advanced renewable energy systems
  • Evaluating resident experiences and sustainability impacts to assess energy use, water consumption, and resident satisfaction
  • Integrating renewable energy technologies in urban developments to reduce electricity demand and create more energy-efficient communities

Leena Thomas
Professor – School of Architecture
University of Technology Sydney

10:10
Strategies to manage the environmental risks of large-scale infrastructure projects in growing urban environments
  • Conducting a comprehensive environmental impact assessment before breaking ground
  • Developing and implementing a mitigation plan to address identified environmental impacts
  • Ensuring continual monitoring of environmental performance before and after construction

Ravi Prasad
National Environment and Sustainability Manager
Seymour Whyte Group

10:40
Morning Tea & Networking
Leveraging innovation to build future-proof infrastructure
11:20
Pioneering innovation and circularity in major infrastructure projects: the Metro Tunnel Project
  • Highlighting how the Metro Tunnel Project is reshaping the construction industry's approach to sustainability
  • Using circular economy innovations to significantly reduce waste and carbon emissions
  • Leveraging on waste materials to set leading industry benchmarks in concrete and sustainability
  • Driving collaboration between academia and the construction industry

Mick Lo Monaco
Sustainability Lead
Bouygues Construction Australia

Dr Massoud Sofi
Senior Research Fellow
University of Melbourne

11:50
Using parking infrastructure technology to drive urban revitalisation & meet population demands
  • Utilising flexible design to maximise the utility of the space and foster community engagement and urban revitalisation
  • Adopting renewable energy sources and electric vehicle charging stations to reduce the environmental impact of parking facilities and meet the growing demand 
  • Adapting current parking facilities to accommodate self-driving cars

Leon Marskell
Manager City Standards and Compliance
Campbelltown City Council

12:20
Networking Lunch
13:30
Paving the way for modern, future-forward transport infrastructure
  • Examining the shift towards sustainable transport modes and the vital role governments and businesses play in promoting and supporting eco-friendly transportation
  • Looking at the impact of culture, historic planning initiatives, and how that these are addressed to effect positive cultural change towards sustainable transport
  • Positive impacts on urban mobility, the quality of life for residents, and the economic benefits for local communities when governments invest in modern sustainable transport systems, cycling infrastructure, and pedestrian-friendly streets

Ryan Tranter
Executive Manager - Transport and Regulation
City of Newcastle

Solving labour shortage & skills gap challenges
14:00
PANEL DISCUSSION: How can the Australian infrastructure sector solve the labour shortage and skills gap problem?
  • What are the most critical challenges posed by the skills gap in Australian infrastructure?
  • How can the government, industry, and education sector collaborate to invest in training and development?
  • What measures can be taken to make working in the infrastructure industry more attractive for new and existing workers?
  • What innovative technologies and practices can be adopted to enhance productivity and reduce the demand for workers in infrastructure?

Moderator:

Renee Schneider
Head of People and Culture
Camden Council

Panellists:

Corrie Williams
Executive Director, Collaboration and Innovation
Master Builders Association of Victoria

Sally Kincaid
Chief People and Culture Officer
nbn™ Australia

Gabrielle Curtin
Group Executive – Safety, People, Community and Services
Snowy Hydro

Future proofing infrastructure to combat climate hazards
14:50
Developing resilient infrastructure to minimise climate change exposure risks
  • Assessing climate risks to identify vulnerabilities in infrastructure projects
  • Integrating sustainable design principles to enhance resilience against extreme weather events
  • Collaborating with environmental experts to ensure compliance with evolving regulations

Michaela Aspell
Senior Consultant – Sustainability and Climate Change
Aurecon

15:10
Chairperson Wrap Up
15:30
Afternoon tea & networking
16:00
End of Urban Infrastructure Strategy 2024