ABOUT REIIF

A showcase of innovation

The Resources, Energy & Industry Innovation Forum (REIIF) is a premier event that brings together key industry leaders, regional stakeholders, and investors to explore the future of resources, mining technologies, and renewable energy innovation. This forum serves as a dynamic platform for discussing world-class industry practices, emerging opportunities, and the evolving skills landscape essential for driving economic growth in the Orana and Central West regions of New South Wales.

Day 1 of the program will feature a series of Orana region project updates and three panel discussions focused on the key themes of energy, resources, workforce and migration. With a fantastic lineup of industry-leading speakers, these sessions will explore the challenges and opportunities facing the Orana region and inland Australia as they navigate the energy transition, resource innovation, and the future workforce.

Day 2 will host the Energy + Circularity Summit, new to the REIIF program for 2025 and co-hosted with Circular PV Alliance, offering a dedicated exploration of how the energy sector can move from traditional, linear models of production and consumption to a fully circular economy approach. The Summit will bring together stakeholders to view the energy transition through the lens of circularity, collaboratively identifying what is needed from government, community, and private enterprise to build a truly integrated and sustainable energy ecosystem.

Hosted at Taronga Western Plains Zoo Dubbo in 2025, REIIF provides a unique setting for insightful discussions on the latest advancements in the new energy sector.

Resources Energy & Industry Innovation Forum (REIIF)
Resources Energy & Industry Innovation Forum (REIIF)
Resources Energy & Industry Innovation Forum (REIIF)
Resources Energy & Industry Innovation Forum (REIIF)

Program

  • Day 1 18 Jun 2025
  • Day 2 19 Jun 2025
  • Day 3 20 Jun 2025

MC

Alex Cullen
Alex Cullen
Journalist / TV Presenter

Official Welcome

Justine Campbell
Justine Campbell
CEO RDA Orana

Session 1 - Project Updates

Panel discussion
Lucas Coleman
Lucas Coleman
Executive Manager of Corporate Affairs Port of Newcastle
Hannah McCaughey
Hannah McCaughey
CEO EnergyCo
Tom O'Dea
Tom O'Dea
State Manager NSW - Regional Stakeholder and Community Engagement NBN

Morning Tea

Session 2 - Energy

Panel discussion
Chris Souness
Chris Souness
CEO Wimmera Southern Mallee Development
Brad Cam
Brad Cam
General Manager Mid-Western Regional Council
Murray Wood
Murray Wood
General Manager Dubbo Regional Council

Lunch

Session 3 - Resources

Panel discussion
John Fennell
John Fennell
CEO International Copper Association
Clare Larkin-Sykes
Clare Larkin-Sykes
Managing Director Forelight Advisory

Afternoon Tea

Session 4 - Workforce & Migration

Panel discussion
Simon Pryor
Simon Pryor
Research and Policy Director RAI
Peter Van Vliet
Peter Van Vliet
CEO Migration Institute of Australia

Formal Networking Dinner

Sponsors

Platinum Sponsors

Dubbo Regional Council
Energy Co

Gold Sponsors

Acerez