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Join us, as part of a Trans-Tasman delegation of key New Zealand transport and infrastructure leaders to participate in the Roads Australia Transforming Transport Summit 2025. The delegation will not only attend the Roads Australia Transforming Transport Summit and the John Shaw Dinner, but also engage in exclusive site and project inspections, network with key stakeholders, and attend VIP events designed to foster closer collaboration between New Zealand and Australia in addressing mutual transport challenges.

Delegation Program Highlights*

Day 1 – April 01: Leaders Dinner – Sydney Opera House

As delegates arrive into Sydney, we will commence the delegation with a Networking opportunity at a ‘Leaders Dinner’ hosted at the Sydney Opera House. We will begin with an exclusive ‘behind the scenes’ guided tour before enjoying an exclusively small, informal boardroom style event. Limited to 20-30 senior executives engaging in a Chatham House Rules discussion with Adam Copp, CEO of Infrastructure Australia on trending industry issues.

Timings:

4.15pm – Arrival and Sydney Opera House Tour

5.15pm – Canapes and drinks

6.00pm – 9.00pm – Dinner and Chatham House discussion - Adam Copp, CEO Infrastructure Australia

This event is proudly sponsored by Arup

Day 2 – April 02: Site & Project Inspections est 8am to 4pm

The program will include exclusive site inspections of Australia’s key transport projects. Delegates will gain firsthand insights into the innovations and challenges shaping the future of Australia’s transport sector, guided by Roads Australia members who will share their expertise on project delivery, sustainability, and future plans. Proposed site visits may include (two to be chosen);

Western Harbour Tunnel – Acciona (North Sydney) Western Harbour Tunnel will see a new motorway built underneath Sydney Harbour to connect North Sydney to Rozelle, bypassing the CBD. Stage 2 includes connections from Stage 1 at Cove Street, Birchgrove, to the Warringah Freeway near North Sydney, tunnelling under Sydney Harbour and the complete tunnel fit-out.
M7-M12 Integration – provides an east-west link between the M7 Motorway and The Northern Road while also providing a connection to the Western Sydney International (Nancy-Bird Walton) Airport. The project is under construction and is expected to be completed prior to the Western Sydney International (Nancy-Bird Walton) Airport opening in 2026.

Pre Summit Networking Drinks - 6pm to 8pm
Kickstart the Transforming Transport Summit 2025 with an exclusive Pre-Summit Networking Event, hosted by Summit partner, Ventia at their Headquarters in North Sydney. This intimate cocktail-style gathering sets the stage for the industry’s premier transport event, bringing together 100 + delegates for an evening of networking, insights, and collaboration.

Day 3 – April 03: Transforming Transport Summit – April 3, 2025 ICC Sydney
Delegates will attend the full-day summit, engaging with leading industry figures, government officials, and visionary thinkers on topics such as digitisation, innovation, and decarbonisation. The summit offers a platform to discuss key trends and explore solutions for the future of transport, positioning delegates at the forefront of transformative discussions.

John Shaw Dinner – ICC Sydney

Following the summit, the delegation will attend the John Shaw Dinner, a prestigious event where leaders from across the sector gather to celebrate innovation and leadership in transport.

*Dates and Program subject to minor amendments

PARTNER OPPORTUNITIES

To help keep the cost of the delegation as affordable as possible, partners are invited to partner with Roads Australia on the below opportunities. Further details, will be provided upon expression of interest.

• Leaders Dinner – Day 1

• Site Visits – Day 2

• Networking Drinks – Day 2

• Transport Partner (Buses)

• Photography partner

If you are interested in partnership opportunities, please email mark.sinclair@roads.org.au

Please ensure you make your booking using the appropriate rate. Bookings from non-member companies that book at a member rate will be contacted and asked to rebook at the correct price.

If you are unsure of your organisation's membership status with RA, please contact events@roads.org.au

Dietaries: Please inform of any dietary requirements at the time of the booking and at a minimum 4 weeks prior to the event.

Flights and Hotels: Delegates are to arrange their own flights and accommodation.

The Event Organiser reserves the right to use any recordings whether audio or video and/or any photographs taken at any stage during the event for promotional, advertising or reporting of the meeting and/or its content at their sole discretion. If you have any concerns, please contact the team via events@roads.org.au

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