#SIITR25 program Intro
What to expect at #SIITR25
A range of different content formats giving you plenty of time for networking, learning, connecting and rest.
#SIITR25 will be held in Grafton, NSW. Our main venue is Grafton Showground and our breakout sessions will be held throughout the Grafton CBD. As for the conference dinner venue… watch this space.
Day 1 Provisional Program
Day 1 is jam-packed with great talks, workshops and networking opportunities such as the welcome event in the evening. The ever-popular pitch-fest happens on this day too, so don’t miss out.
Click below to view the full provisional program:
Day 2 Provisional Program
Day 2 is when it all happens. After a brief welcome, we’ll split-up into your choice of break-out sessions where we’ll cover everything from Data Driven Decision Making and Podcasting for Impact, to Using Artificial Intelligence to support your capacity to create local change. A quick lunch followed by further breakout sessions will ultimately culminate in the ever-popular and enjoyable Gala Dinner in the evening.
Click below to view the full provisional program for Day 2:
The Venue(s)
Watch this space
- Unique venues activated just for you.
- Same creative approach to event delivery as years 1 and 2.
- Stay tuned to learn more about our host community...
Key notes
Each morning starts with a range of keynote speakers and an interactive panel. The themes covered will be announced in April 2025 following a conference co-design session with our alumni community.
Masterclasses
Each day will feature a range of masterclasses.
The masterclasses run for 3.5hrs each and provide an in-depth overview of the topic, and lots of opportunities for Q&A with the facilitators.
Workshops
Workshops will run across the conference program
Follow your own learning needs as you choose from a range of technical skills, self-reflection opportunities and regional case studies.
Social events
- Welcome celebration: on the first evening featuring local produce and a cheeky glass of wine
- Pitchfest: our popular #SIITR National Pitchfest is back in 2025. Watch your colleagues pitch to an expert panel and go in the running for a prize pool
- Gala dinner: Thanks to Aunty Vicki, winner of the 2024 dinner theme, the 2025 theme will be Your Superpowers
- We make sure you eat well at the conference which features morning tea, lunch, snacks for afternoon tea and abundant catering at the gala dinner and welcome event
Unpacking and contributing to #SIITR White Paper
Unpack the issues that matter most to you and contribute to the #SIITR / Ready Communities White Paper which is published following SIITR each year.
