Shape Tomorrow’s World at the 2025 International Public Works Conference Australasia’s largest public works and infrastructure event is heading to Sydney this August, with the 2025 International Public Works Conference (IPWC) set to bring together hundreds of public works professionals, civil engineers, and asset managers from across the region.
Held at the International Convention Centre from 25 to 28 August, this year’s IPWC will explore the theme “Shaping Tomorrow’s World.”
Hosted by IPWEA, the peak membership association for public works and asset management professionals across Australia and New Zealand, the event will address some of the most pressing challenges facing the sector today, including the issues of ageing infrastructure, climate resilience, managing community expectations, and rapid technological change.
The preliminary program has been curated and is now live. Take a look at the program highlights below.
A Conference Designed for Today’s Challenges
With more than 80 practitioner-led sessions from local government engineers, asset managers, practitioners, and consultants, IPWC 2025 is designed to equip professionals with the tools and knowledge to drive change in their organisations.
The agenda includes:
• Four Focused Streams: Public Works in Action, Technology, Asset Management, and sustainability.
• Inspiring NextGen Sessions: Presented by early-career professionals showcasing their projects.
• One-day Street Lighting and Smart Controls Forum: Running on Tuesday 26 August as part of IPWC with presentations from Australia’s leading lighting experts.
• Exciting Networking Opportunities: Connect with peers and suppliers both in and out of the Exhibition Hall including at the Casual Dinner at Squires Landing, and the IPWEA Excellence Awards Gala Dinner on Thursday 28 August.
• Technical Tours: Running on Friday 29 August, the Technical Tours are add-ons open to conference delegates and provide the opportunity to visit either the new satellite city of Bradfield, the new Hunter Street Metro Station, or the UTS Technical Labs.
Valuable Speakers
This year’s keynote lineup includes:
NSW Premier, Chris Minns, who will open the Conference. Thought leaders such as Maria Atkinson (NSW Net Zero Commission), The Hon. Matthew John Kean (former Minister for Energy), Lt Col Andrew Hansell (19 th Chief Engineer Works), Geoff Cooper (NZ Infrastructure Commission), Ursula Bryan (Institute of Asset Management UK), and Adam Copp (Infrastructure Australia), Professor Arnold Dix, international tunnelling expert and engineer, on collaboration and leadership in complex environments. Kate Munari, former Navy helicopter pilot, on building strong, high-performing teams.
Why Attend?
According to IPWEA CEO David Jenkins, IPWC 2025 is more than a conference, it’s a crucial opportunity to stay ahead of sector shifts and make informed, future-focused decisions.
“We’re giving practitioners the tools, insights, and connections they need to deliver long-term, sustainable infrastructure solutions,” Jenkins says. “There’s never been a more important time to come together and share ideas.”
Whether you’re looking to deepen your expertise, connect with peers, or bring fresh ideas back to your team, IPWC is a must-attend event for anyone involved in then planning, delivery, or maintenance of public infrastructure.
Don’ Miss Out! Register soon to secure your place Don’t miss your chance to be part of Australasia’s largest public works and infrastructure event. Register soon to join hundreds of peers, thought leaders, and innovators as we shape the future of public works together.
Visit www.ipwc.com.au to learn more and register today.
