The 2026 National Defence Strategy highlights the importance of self-reliance for Defence and civil preparedness, including our nation’s ability to cope with disruptions and maintain supply chain resilience.

As Australia's Defence State, South Australia is uniquely positioned to contribute to this national effort through its research capability, industrial base and innovation ecosystem. But what does self-reliance look like in practice? How can industry, research and government work together to improve preparedness and strengthen resilience during times of disruption, competition or crisis?

Join us for the next Defence Innovation Partnership Convergence Series event as expert speakers from academia, industry and government explore how South Australia's ecosystem can contribute to greater self-reliance at a state and national level. Through a series of presentations and audience engagement, this event will examine opportunities, challenges and practical pathways for enhancing ecosystem readiness, strengthening sovereign capability and supporting national resilience.

Date: Tuesday, 28th July 2026

Time: 5.30pm arrival for 6:00pm commencement

Venue: The Cumberland Arms Hotel, 205 Waymouth St, Adelaide SA 5000

Speakers:

Prof Craig Priest, Academic Lead at the Adelaide University Future Industries Institute & SA Node Director of the Australian National Fabrication Facility (ANFF-SA)
A/Prof Shruti Sardeshmukh, College of Business and Law, Adelaide University
Miriam Lumb, Department of Premier & Cabinet, SA Gov.
Adam Carpenter, CEO & Founder, Prohibition Liquor Co.

Agenda:

Time (ACST)	Activity
1730-1800	Arrival and registration
1800-1805	Welcome and Opening Remarks – Phil Temby (Associate Director, DIP)
1805-1900	Presentations Prof Craig Priest, Director, ANFF-SA node, Adelaide University A/Prof Shruti Sardeshmukh, College of Business & Law, Adelaide University Miriam Lumb, Department of Premier & Cabinet, SA Govt Adam Carpenter, CEO Prohibition Liquor
1900-2030	Networking and drinks/nibbles

Facilitator:
Phil Temby
Associate Director, Defence Innovation Partnership

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