Regional Development Australia (RDA) Orana is pleased to announce that tickets are now on sale for the 2025 Resources, Energy & Industry Innovation Forum (REIIF), in Dubbo from 18–20 June 2025 at Taronga Western Plains Zoo.
This premier three-day regional conference brings together industry leaders, government, researchers, and community stakeholders to explore the innovations and opportunities driving Australia’s clean energy transition including resource, workforce and migration.
RDA Orana CEO Justine Campbell said interest in the event has already been strong.
“As the Orana region is now home to Australia’s first Renewable Energy Zone (REZ), this year’s forum will provide timely updates and in-depth panel discussions on the opportunities and challenges shaping the Central West Orana REZ.”
New to the 2025 program is the Energy + Circularity Summit on Day 2, delivered in partnership with Circular PV Alliance.
RDA Orana CEO Justine Campbell said the partnership reflects a shared commitment to ensuring regional communities benefit from the clean energy transition."
Circular PV Alliance CEO Megan Jones said we want to see regions like the Orana thrive. The emerging circular economy presents exciting opportunities for areas experiencing rapid energy development."
The goal for the Summit is to gather insights from the day into a clear action plan, that RDA Orana and Circular PV Alliance will champion moving forward.
On Day 3, participants will travel by bus to see firsthand the infrastructure supporting energy development in the Orana region, and receive an overview of ACEREZ’s workforce accommodation site and energy hub.
For tickets and more information about the program, sessions, and speakers, visit https://resourcesenergyinnovation.com.au/
This event is proudly supported by Dubbo Regional Council, Essential Energy, EnergyCo, and ACEREZ.