Australian British Chamber of Commerce

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If you know your business should be doing more with data and AI, but you're not sure where to start, what to prioritise, or whether you even have the right foundations — you're not alone. Most businesses are sitting on more data and more opportunity than they realise, but without a clear strategy, it's easy to stay stuck in 'someday' mode. That's exactly what the Data Cubed Data + AI Discover + Design Project is built to fix. Over four weeks, our team runs a complete business-wide audit of your current data and AI maturity, then works with you to design a practical, tailored strategy and roadmap — one that shows exactly how data and AI can help you hit your growth goals faster, cheaper, and easier. What you get: 👉 An audit of your data, systems, and AI readiness 👉 A clear, actionable plan you can start executing immediately 👉 Delivered in just 4 weeks by Sydney-based data/AI consultants, backed by a global team of specialists For a limited time, Members get 50% off: $29,990 → Just $14,999 Whether you're exploring AI for the first time or trying to make sense of a messy data landscape, this project gives you the clarity and confidence to move forward — with a plan built specifically for your business, not a one-size-fits-all playbook. Ready to get started? Book your project with Helen Tanner: https://lnkd.in/epj82N3x

Join us in Brisbane for the third and final Summit in the Chamber's 2026 National Resilience Series — building on the discussions from our Perth and Sydney summits, with a distinctly Queensland flavour. Across the day, discussions will range from the global economic outlook and its implications for trade, investment and capital allocation, through to defence and diplomacy, energy and fuel security, and the tough decisions facing infrastructure, water and climate policy. The programme will also turn to transport and supply chain resilience, the growing significance of space and communications, and the rise of data centres and sovereign data. This one-day Summit brings together leaders from business, government, academia and investment to examine what these pressures mean in practice, and how organisations can respond with greater confidence. Like the Perth and Sydney Summits, Brisbane will provide an open forum for frank discussion, practical insight and cross-sector perspectives on the challenges now shaping national resilience. Come and better understand the risks ahead, the choices facing industry and government, and the opportunities for organisations prepared to act early. Register now: https://lnkd.in/evZKihUd With thanks to our National Series Sponsors, bp, AutogenAI and Mott MacDonald; and our Brisbane Sponsors, Arup, Morgans Financial Limited and Trade and Investment Queensland. Samantha Reichmann Patrick Mobbs

⚽ The Premier League is back and there's still time to get your squad in! We may not have brought home the World Cup, but we've dusted ourselves off and we're ready to go again. Join the Chamber's 2026-27 Fantasy Premier League and see if you've got what it takes to top the table, and more importantly beat our CCO Paul Wright who won't stop banging on about Liverpool! Kick-off is Friday 21 August at 8:00pm UK time (Saturday 22 August, 5:00am AEST) — so there's just enough time to lock in your team. 🏆 Join here: https://lnkd.in/eCEJcamQ 🔑 League code: 6jm5kh

🌊 What a fantastic afternoon at our second Water Forum, this time in Adelaide! Jim McCluskey, General Manager - Planning, Technical & Environment, Copper South Australia, BHP, sat down with our own Ticky Fullerton, Chief Executive Officer, for a great update on Northern Water, South Australia’s multi-billion dollar infrastructure project to supply climate independent water with a desalination plant and a 400km to 600km pipeline to BHP’s Olympic Dam and beyond. It's clear there is huge economic opportunity for the great state of SA! We were delighted to then hear from titans of SA's water industry, with a keynote from David Ryan's keynote on SA Water's strategy, and the Hon Karlene Maywald's fantastic work as South Australia's Water Ambassador, SAAFE CRC. Our panel rounded out the afternoon with a rich discussion spanning rainfall-independent supply, desalination and recycling, data centres, and social licence. Many thanks to our fantastic keynote and panel speakers who so generously shared their time and insights with our audience: Peter Brunt, Water Business Leader Vic/SA, Arup; Stuart Wilson, Deputy Executive Director, Water Services Association of Australia (WSAA); Dave Harrington, MBA, Manager of Product, Badger Meter and Professor Chris Chow, Professor of Water Science and Engineering; School of Civil Engineering and Construction; College of Engineering and Information Technology, Adelaide University. We look forward to building on this conversation, with further events planned—both domestically and internationally—for the end of 2026 and early 2027. We'd love for you to stay in touch and be part of these events once launched. Sign up to our newsletter here to stay up to date: https://lnkd.in/gxvv4n5e Many thanks to our Member Arup for sponsoring the afternoon, and to Adelaide University for hosting us. Photos from the event are now live on our site — please tag the Chamber and credit Frankie The Creative when posting: https://lnkd.in/eSrpCS5y Matthew Joyce

As Australia tightens its rules on data centres, access to water and power are becoming the key variables in project viability, financing and site selection. Jim Hunwick, Partner, and Melanie H., Legal Director, at our Member Pinsent Masons unpack what developers need to know now, from PPA strategy to the risk of energy delays derailing completion timelines. Read the full article on their site: https://lnkd.in/e25dqQTv Jason Silverii Cait M. Claudia Oliver Paul Wright

The Australian British Chamber of Commerce is pleased to host Madelaine McTernan CB, Chief of Defence Nuclear, UK Ministry of Defence, for an evening reception at Old Parliament House, Canberra. Join us for this exclusive reception for Maddy, with an address by the Defence Nuclear Organisation chief on her stewardship of the UK’s 60-year enterprise of building nuclear-powered submarines, followed by a discussion with Major General Mark Totten, Director SSN capability at DNO and Keith Beckett CBE, Submarine Delivery Group Director and AUKUS Lead, on their critical roles in AUKUS delivery. This visit comes hot on the heels of the UK's strong commitment to AUKUS — including a $40bn injection into the Defence Nuclear Enterprise — and the highly successful visit of HMS Anson to Perth. It also follows Australian Naval Infrastructure (ANI)'s appointment of Laing O'Rourke and Amentum Australia's joint venture to strengthen delivery of the Nuclear-Powered Submarine Construction Yard. Not to be missed! Register now on our site — spaces are limited: https://lnkd.in/ekb7Wb7y With thanks to our event partners, Laing O'Rourke, Amentum Australia and Hazelbrook Legal. Umesh Ratnagobal Jessica Slade Alisha Welch Annabel Griffin Hugh Griffin Karen Pittar Ticky Fullerton Patrick Mobbs

Hot off the press, we are thrilled that The Hon Roger Cook MLA, WA Premier; Minister for Defence Industries; Tourism; Trade and Investment, will join our Defence Industry Lunch next Monday with Luke Pollard MP, UK Minister for Defence Readiness and Industry. This news coincides with a great addition to our sponsor lineup — we are delighted to welcome aboard Innovaero, an Australian aerospace and defence original equipment manufacturer based in Perth. As this is Minister Pollard's first visit to Australia in this role, and with Premier Cook's new Defence Industries portfolio ahead of SRF-West kicking off, this lunch will be of huge interest to anyone involved in AUKUS preparations and supply chains, and advanced capability. This is your last chance to secure a seat — book now: https://lnkd.in/euCAihAt With thanks to our sponsors, UK in Australia, Babcock Australia & New Zealand and Innovaero. Maria Rennie Paul Azar Danielle Hoban Gregory Tunny Ticky Fullerton Kristen Ellard

We are thrilled to announce a line-up of new speakers at our NSW Defence Forum. Alongside the Hon Pat Conroy MP, Minister for Defence Industry; Minister for Pacific Island Affairs, and fellow panellists, we welcome: David Nockels, First Assistant Secretary Defence Trade, Regulation and AUKUS Advanced Capabilities, Defence Australia | Andrew Chapman, Director - Aerospace, BAE Systems Australia | Chris Shaw, CEO, Advanced Navigation | Commander Kathryn Jones, Royal Australian Navy | David Camerlengo, Executive Director - Investment, Industry and IDA, NSW Government | Professor Hugh Durrant-Whyte, NSW Chief Scientist & Engineer and Natural Resources Commissioner. See our full programme of speakers and register on our site: https://lnkd.in/eZuZVKRV With thanks to our sponsors, Bird & Bird Australia, Built, Jacobs and Mott MacDonald.

Join us for an exclusive evening of conversation, discovery and professional development at Oscar Hunt's Melbourne showroom, located above the iconic Hardware Lane. With generous contributions from our partners and surprises planned throughout the night, this promises to be an invaluable gathering. Register on our site today: https://lnkd.in/eGEj4gyU The night will also feature a fireside chat with renowned commentator Evan Lucas, exploring his journey from finance to blogging and becoming a familiar face on Australian television. Evan will share the pivotal lessons, influences and personal choices that have shaped his career, confidence and professional identity. The evening will focus on the power of personal brand — from credibility and communication to personal style and the signature traits that make a lasting impression. Drawing on Evan's finance background, the event will also touch on markets and the forces shaping today's economic and business landscape. Oscar Hunt will bring their expertise in tailoring and personal style to the evening, offering Members a firsthand look at the craft behind a polished professional image, and the evening will also feature a whisky tasting from The Scotch Malt Whisky Society, giving Members the opportunity to sample a curated selection of exceptional single malts. Non-Member tickets will be released in the coming weeks. With thanks to our event partners Oscar Hunt and The Scotch Malt Whisky Society