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If you're at the early stages of your career or under 35, our events and resources can give you the competitive edge to build your professional connections and keep abreast of the latest thinking.

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Our range of resources and events can support professionals in the midst of their career journey seeking to strengthen their skills and broaden their professional networks.

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As a manager or executive, IPAA can offer you professional development, resources and networking opportunities to enhance your leadership capabilities.

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July 17, 2025
Estimates Hearings: What you need to know
Online webinar

Mastercraft Webinar About This Event Join us for a deep dive into the Estimates Hearing process – a cornerstone of public accountability and parliamentary oversight in Queensland. This webinar is part of IPAA Queensland’s Mastercraft webinar series that aims to equip public sector professionals in Queensland with the tools and knowledge to navigate fundamental and

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News

From IPAA news and events, to thought leadership pieces, we are constantly adding new and engaging content just for you. Learn more

Tuesday 24 June
Defending evidence-informed public policy

By expert contributor Professor Brian Head FASSA FIPAA The positive advantages of using good evidence to develop and implement public policy are widely recognised. But they have been heavily disputed in recent years owing to the ideological stance of populist political leaders. Moreover, some of the core capacities in public service agencies to undertake strategic

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Tuesday 24 June
Challenges and Impacts of an Exciting Unplanned Career: on the Couch with Damien Walker

We have a tradition at IPAA Queensland of hosting the most senior and respected public sector stewards ‘on the couch’. This is the concept behind our popular Stewards on the Couch series. Earlier this year, we were pleased to continue the tradition with Damien Walker, who sat down with us just a few months into

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Monday 9 June
Shifting mindsets for a future-ready public sector

2025 Chief Executive and Emerging Leader Breakfast   How does the public sector stay relevant? How does a sector bound by bureaucracy, process and legislation stay ahead of the curve and be responsive to global trends and community expectations. No small challenge. At the Chief Executive and Emerging Leader Breakfast on 28th of May, these

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