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SUMMARY:Economics in the Age of AI
DESCRIPTION:The Australian Business Economists (ABE) is pleased to invite members and guests to a special event exploring the rapidly evolving role of AI in economics\, markets and policy. \nWe all know that AI is reshaping how economic analysis is conducted\, from forecasting and data interpretation to decision making and productivity. This event brings together leading practitioners to discuss how AI is being applied in practice\, the costs and benefits of implementing and using AI in business\, the challenges it presents\, and how AI can be used to our best advantage in business and in everyday life. \nThe panel includes: \n\nBrian Hartzer – CEO\, Quantium Health.\nDr Tom Gao – Chief Technology and Digital Services Officer\, City of Sydney.\nDr Bob Murray – Behavioural Scientist and Business Adviser\, Fortinberry Murray.\n\nWith Diana Mousina\, Deputy Chief Economist at AMP to moderate. \nJoin us for a fascinating discussion on the influence of AI and take part in a Q & A session with the panel\, followed by networking and light finger food at Martinez downstairs. \nTickets are $20 for ABE members and $40 for non-members. \nEvent Schedule: \n\n\n\n\n\n\n4:45 PM\nGuest registration.\n\n\n5:00 PM\nWelcome and introduction.\n\n\n5:05 PM\nPanel discussion and audience Q&A.\n\n\n6:00 PM\nNetworking at The Cove – Terrace\, Martinez\n\n\n7:00 PM\nEvent close.
URL:https://abe.org.au/event/economics-in-the-age-of-ai/
LOCATION:Barrenjoey\, Level 19\, Quay Quarter Tower\, 50 Bridge Street\, Sydney\, NSW\, 2000
CATEGORIES:ABE Annual Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Australian Business Economists":MAILTO:info@abe.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260528T120000
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SUMMARY:Post-Budget Address with Jenny Wilkinson PSM\, Secretary to the Australian Treasury
DESCRIPTION:You are invited to an exclusive post-Budget address with Jenny Wilkinson PSM\, Secretary to the Australian Treasury. \nJoin us over lunch as Secretary Wilkinson explains the key economic and policy issues behind the 2026-27 Federal Budget. This is a rare opportunity to hear an in-depth explanation of the Budget from one of its key architects. \nEvent Schedule\n\n\n\nTime\nActivity\n\n\n\n\n12:00 PM\nGuest Arrival\, Registration & Networking Drinks\n\n\n12:30 PM\n Welcome & Introduction\n\n\n1:00 PM\n Keynote Address: Jenny Wilkinson PSM\, Secretary to the Australian Treasury\n\n\n2.00 PM\nEvent Close\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://abe.org.au/event/post-budget-address-with-jenny-wilkinson-psm-secretary-to-the-australian-treasury/
LOCATION:The Hilton\, 488 George Street\, Sydney\, NSW\, 2000
CATEGORIES:ABE Annual Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Australian Business Economists":MAILTO:info@abe.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260728T120000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260728T140000
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SUMMARY:The 2026 Anika Foundation Fundraising Lunch
DESCRIPTION:The Anika Foundation and Australian Business Economists are pleased to host a special fundraising lunch in support of The Anika Foundation. Proudly sponsored by NAB\, the event will feature a keynote address by Michele Bullock\, Governor of the Reserve Bank of Australia. \nThe Anika Foundation was established in 2005 to raise funds in support of research into adolescent depression and suicide\, which have become amongst the most significant (but least well considered) medical and social problems of our time. \nFunds are raised for an endowment that is invested by professional fund managers working on a completely voluntary basis. Income from the fund is used to support academic research and community and school initiatives in adolescent depression and suicide. The Anika Foundation provides an opportunity for corporate Australia to make a difference in an area that affects at least one in four families. \nFor more information visit The Anika Foundation. \nEvent Schedule\n\n\n\nTime\nActivity\n\n\n\n\n12:00 PM\nGuest Arrival & Networking Drinks\n\n\n12:30 PM\nWelcome & Introduction\n\n\n1:05 PM\nKeynote Address: Michele Bullock\, Governor\, Reserve Bank of Australia\n\n\n\nAudience Q & A\n\n\n1:55 PM\nVote of Thanks\n\n\n2:00 PM\nEvent Concludes\n\n\n\n\nPurchase Tickets\n\n\nTickets
URL:https://abe.org.au/event/the-2026-anika-foundation-fundraising-lunch/
LOCATION:Sheraton Grand Sydney Hyde Park\, 161 Elizabeth Street\, Sydney\, NSW\, 2000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:ABE Annual Event
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SUMMARY:Australian Office of Financial Management Lunch with CEO Anna Hughes
DESCRIPTION:Keynote Address: “Playing the Long Game: short-term turbulence doesn’t change where we’re heading” \nABE is delighted to host an exclusive event with the Australian Office of Financial Management (AOFM). AOFM’s CEO Anna Hughes will outline the organisation’s upcoming funding task and its strategies for navigating ongoing uncertainty. She will also provide an update on the future of Treasury Indexed Bonds and the AOFM’s response to the recommendations of the Independent Review. \nJoin us to gain these valuable insights and participate in a Q & A session over lunch. \nEvent Schedule\n\n\n\nTime\nActivity\n\n\n\n\n12:00 PM\nGuest Arrival\, Registration & Networking Drinks\n\n\n12:30 PM\n Welcome & Introduction\n\n\n1:00 PM\n Keynote Address: Anna Hughes\, CEO\, Australian Office of Financial Management\n\n\n\nAudience Q & A\n\n\n2.00 PM\nEvent Close\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://abe.org.au/event/australian-office-of-financial-management-lunch-with-ceo-anna-hughes/
LOCATION:NSW Parliament House\, 6 Macquarie Street\, Sydney\, NSW\, 2000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:ABE Annual Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Australian Business Economists":MAILTO:info@abe.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260924T120000
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SUMMARY:State Government Borrowing 2026-27: Programs\, Plans and Priorities
DESCRIPTION:Following the success of last year’s inaugural event\, ABE is delighted to welcome back Australia’s state borrowing authorities for another exclusive panel discussion. Join us over lunch as we ask the tough questions on borrowing programmes and budgets. This year’s panel will comprise representatives from all six state government issuers\, Tcorp\, TCV\, QTC\, SAFA\, WATC and Tascorp\, and will discuss: \n\nFiscal positions and funding approaches\nOffshore issuance plans\nCompetitive pressures for the sector\nHow credit ratings do (or don’t) affect investor appetite\n\nAttendees will also have the opportunity to take part in a Q & A session with the panel. \nEvent Schedule\n\n\n\nTime\nActivity\n\n\n\n\n12:00 PM\nGuest Registration & Networking\n\n\n12:30 PM\nWelcome: Besa Deda\, Chair\, ABE\n\n\n12:55 PM\nPanel Discussion\n\n\n\nAudience Q & A\n\n\n1:55 PM\nClosing Remarks: Besa Deda\, Chair\, ABE\n\n\n2.00 PM\nEvent Concludes
URL:https://abe.org.au/event/state-government-borrowing-2026-27-programs-plans-and-priorities/
LOCATION:Sheraton Grand Sydney Hyde Park\, 161 Elizabeth Street\, Sydney\, NSW\, 2000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:ABE Annual Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Australian Business Economists":MAILTO:info@abe.org.au
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SUMMARY:AI\, Statistics and the Census - Opportunities and Challenges: Insights from Dr David Gruen AO
DESCRIPTION:The Australian Business Economists is delighted to host a special event with Dr David Gruen AO on Wednesday\, 4 November\, in Sydney. \nAs Australia’s official statistician and one of the country’s most distinguished economists\, Dr Gruen has played a pivotal role in advancing the use of data and evidence in public policy. \nJoin us as Dr Gruen shares his reflections on: \n\nHow the Australian Bureau of Statistics is navigating the opportunities and challenges of artificial intelligence.\nWhat businesses can learn from the ABS’s approach to AI and data.\nThe future of official statistics in an increasingly data-rich\, fast-changing world.\nLessons from conducting the 2026 Census.\n\nThe session will close with a live Q & A with Dr Gruen. \nTickets are $20 for members\, $30 for non-members and $10 for university students. \nLight lunch and refreshments will be provided. \nEvent Schedule\n\n\n\nTime\n\n\n\n\n\n12:15 PM\nGuest registration and standing light lunch\n\n\n12:35 PM\nWelcome and introduction\n\n\n12:40 PM\nKeynote address: Dr David Gruen AO\n\n\n\nAudience Q & A\n\n\n1:30 PM\nEvent concludes
URL:https://abe.org.au/event/ai-statistics-and-the-census-opportunities-and-challenges-insights-from-dr-david-gruen-ao/
LOCATION:Mason Stevens\, Level 26\, 420 George Street\, Sydney\, NSW\, 2000
CATEGORIES:ABE Annual Event
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20261201T180000
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SUMMARY:2026 ABE Annual Dinner with Michele Bullock\, Governor of the Reserve Bank of Australia
DESCRIPTION:The economic outlook in a changing world: AI\, geopolitical tensions and capacity constraints \nYou are invited to attend the Australian Business Economists 2026 Annual Dinner with special guest Michele Bullock\, Governor of the Reserve Bank of Australia. \nJoin us over dinner as the Governor discusses the rise of artificial intelligence\, the economic implications of the Iran conflict and broader geopolitical uncertainty\, and the capacity pressures shaping Australia’s inflation\, growth and labour market outlook. \nAttendees will also have the opportunity to take part in an interactive Q & A session with the Governor. \nEvent Schedule\n\n\n\nTime\nActivity\n\n\n\n\n6:00 PM\nGuest arrival\, registration and networking drinks\n\n\n6:30 PM\nWelcome and introduction\n\n\n7:15 PM\nAudience with Michele Bullock\, Governor of the Reserve Bank of Australia\n\n\n\nAudience Q & A\n\n\n8.30 PM\nEvent concludes
URL:https://abe.org.au/event/2026-abe-annual-dinner-with-michele-bullock-governor-of-the-reserve-bank-of-australia/
LOCATION:The Four Seasons Hotel\, 199 George Street\, The Rocks\, Sydney\, NSW\, 2000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:ABE Annual Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Australian Business Economists":MAILTO:info@abe.org.au
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