Inland Growth Summit

22 - 23 April, 2026

Inland Growth Summit
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About the Inland Growth Summit

The 8th annual Inland Growth Summit returns to Dubbo on 22–23 April 2026, bringing together leaders from across regional Australia. This year’s Summit explores key themes shaping our inland future including, Agriculture, Tourism, Water, Transport, Workforce, and Energy.

Join us for two days of ideas and collaboration as we shine a spotlight on the innovators, thought leaders, and entrepreneurs driving regional NSW toward a more resilient, inclusive, and economically vibrant future.

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Conference Speakers

Kelly McJannett

Kelly McJannett

Thought Leader - AI for Global Change, Co-Founder of Food Ladder

Keynote
Dr Rolf Gomes

Dr Rolf Gomes

Founder, Hearts of Australia

Workforce
Tony Mahar

Tony Mahar

Australian Energy Infrastructure Commissioner

Energy
Shari Boomer

Shari Boomer

National President, The Murray Darling Association (MDA)

Water
Steve Hinks

Steve Hinks

Director, Taronga Western Plains Zoo

Tourism
Liz Ritchie

Liz Ritchie

CEO, Regional Australia Institute

Workforce
Ryan  Robinson

Ryan Robinson

General Manager Northern Region, Elders

Agriculture

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