Introducing a new regional innovation event
The Regional Innovation Showcase connects innovators, industry operators, researchers, and business leaders for two days of keynotes, panels, live demonstrations, and a exhibitor expo. Held at the Bundaberg Multiplex, the event creates a two-way marketplace of ideas, where emerging technologies find their markets and industry finds the solutions it needs. Expressions of interest are currently open to exhibitors, presenters, and sponsors. Ticket sales will open early September.
Pillars that are driving regional economies
Agtech
Precision agriculture, farm tech, agri-data, food innovation, and carbon farming.
Health & care
Telehealth, aged care, disability tech, and digital health access for regional communities.
Clean tech
Renewable energy, carbon markets, water management, and circular economy.
Business innovation
Digital transformation, AI adoption, automation, and future of work.
Sports Technology
Athlete performance, community participation, sports business, technology-enabled coaching and smart sporting facilities.
Education & Future Skills
Workforce development, future skills, vocational pathways, STEM education, entreprenurship, digital learning and building capability.
Indigenous Innovation
Indigenous entrepreneurship, community-led innovation, economic development initiatives, and application of traditional knowledge.
Female Founders
Founder stories, leadership, scaling businesses, access to investment, mentoring and supporting women in innovation and business.
Expressions of Interest for speakers on these topics are open
Key highlights
Bundy Innovation Challenge
A dedicated space running across both days where industry problems are workshopped in real time. Participants develop solutions, and present outcomes with documented results.
Exhibitor Expo
An expo floor open across both conference days, featuring exhibitors from across all innovation pillars, as well as industry, government and community organisations.
Site Visits
Guided visits to local businesses and operations showcasing innovation in action, with a regional tourism experience included. A chance to see emerging technologies and new approaches applied in real-world settings.
Networking
Structured and informal networking opportunities across both days, connecting delegates, exhibitors, speakers, and industry partners. The Showcase is designed to generate real connections that last beyond the event.
Presenters
Speaker announcements will be made progressively from early September 2026.
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Interested in presenting?
Proudly supported by the Queensland Government.
