National Regional and Economic Development Summit 2024 - BUSSELTON WA

ABOUT THE 27th NATIONAL EVENT

This year's theme is Beyond Boundaries: Fostering Connection, Partnership, and Collaboration for Regional Growth. Our program is now available.

The Summit provides a unique opportunity for all sections of the Australian community, rural and urban, to explore the key issues affecting regional, rural and remote Australia and be part of providing positive sustainable outcomes to ensure future prosperity.

Please note the Cape Marron Tour is fully booked.

PRE-SUMMIT ENERGY SESSION

The Foundation is offering a Pre-Summit session on energy, delivered by Foundation Director Ashley Bland of Constructive Energy. ** FULLY BOOKED

Remember the days when we didn’t really think about our energy bills and the weather used to be something at the end of the news? Now it seems that energy and weather are constantly headline issues as we struggle with decarbonising our energy sector. Do you feel like you know enough to make informed decisions in relation to renewable energy, powerlines, electrification, EVs, gas and retail energy contracts? Join us for a deep dive into the energy sector, aimed at giving you the information and contacts you need to make good decisions – or just have good BBQ discussions! The session includes: Energy 101. Foundation Knowledge; Community Case Studies; Local Government and mid-scale solar powerplants; Community-led energy projects; Virtual and Distributed Large Scale Projects. How to handle a large project in your patch and Decarbonising Regional Australia.

ABOUT THE BUSSELTON MARGARET RIVER REGION

Situated on Wardandi Country, the Busselton Margaret River region is home to a thriving agricultural industry, emerging creative industry and abundant wine growing capacity. Busselton boasts of picture-perfect beachscapes and the longest wooden jetty in the Southern Hemisphere. The iconic 1.8km jetty leads to the underwater observatory where you can discover Geographe Bay, 8 metres below the water's surface.

A town of significant history, you can explore the Busselton Cultural Precinct, museum and heritage trail while tasting your way through the region. From history and modern art, to natural landscapes, there is no shortage of experiences to embrace during your time in Busselton. Hop in the car and you have the coast at your fingertips. Highlights include amazing eateries in Bunker Bay, boutiques aplenty in Dunsborough and the Ngilgi Cave Ancient Lands Experience in Yallingup.

HOW TO GET TO BUSSELTON

The City of Busselton is a 200km drive south of the Perth CBD via the Kwinana Freeway and Bussell Highway.

To help you plan your attendance, a map of the venues being used is available here.

For those traveling from Sydney and Melbourne, Jetstar offers direct flights straight to Busselton. For more information see the Jetstar website or head to Busselton Margaret River Regional Airport 

ACCOMMODATION

We recommend Garden Inn, Hilton in the Busselton CDB (booking code will be provided after you book Summit tickets). Additional accommodation options are available through this website.

WHO COMES TO SEGRA?

Attendees at our Summit include local government professionals working in economic and community development, local government Councillors, university researchers, regional development leaders, policy makers, state and federal government departments, not for profit organisations and business associations - anyone working to make a positive change in regional Australia

GROUP BOOKINGS: (3 or more will attract a discount) please email info@segra.com.au

PREFER TO BOOK BY INVOICE? please email info@segra.com.au 

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