IPAA Queensland offers professional development and networking opportunities for managers and executives involved or engaged in public purpose work across Queensland. Through our strong relationships with local, state and federal government, academics and leaders from industry and community organisations, IPAA is uniquely positioned to provide you with professional development, resources and networking opportunities to support you on your leadership journey.

What membership type is best for me?

We recommend Full Membership for Managers and Executives.  Being a full member offers a range of benefits.  You will receive discounted tickets to events and access to the latest thought leadership on public purpose topics.  Find out more here.

EVEnts and resources

For ease, we have sourced and compiled a range of events and resources most relevant to you. Please take your time to browse our recent blog and thought leadership pieces and register for any upcoming events that spark your interest. If there’s anything you’d like to see here, please get in touch with us as we are regularly creating new content and evolving our events program.

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November 18, 2025
Good policymaking for the future – Does the public sector have what it takes?
Level 41, 1 William Street Brisbane Q 4000

Elected governments determine the goals and priorities for public policy and services, while the public sector plays a pivotal role in advising, shaping and delivering on these priorities. In today’s world, this task is more challenging than ever, yet it is core to the craft of public service. The sector and governments face mounting pressures

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Friday 31 October
A candid conversation with Sally Stannard on her perspectives about stewardship, storytelling and the impact of public purpose work

On Thursday 25 September 2025, IPAA Queensland welcomed the public purpose community to the final instalment of our Stewards on the Couch series for 2025. The event featured Sally Stannard, Director-General of the Department of Transport and Main Roads (TMR). In conversation with her colleague and confidant Anne Moffat, Chief Operations Officer at TMR. Sally

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Thursday 30 October
160 Years of service: How Queensland’s enduring institutions shape our state

Queensland’s government institutions have stood the test of time. Since the Parliament of Queensland first convened in 1860, institutions such as Queensland Rail and the Supreme Court of Queensland have shaped our democracy, prosperity, and way of life. These institutions have not only endured but evolved, meeting the changing needs of Queenslander’s while staying true

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Thursday 21 August
Welcome Coaching Centre

Coaching Centre has joined IPAA Queensland to support its commitment to strengthening leadership capability across the public sector. The Centre partners with Queensland Government departments to provide coaching for leaders at all levels. CEO Slaven Drinovac discusses the value of coaching, who it benefits, and how it helps public sector leaders thrive. Why has the

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Thursday 31 July
Welcome Orchard Talent Group

IPAA Queensland is pleased to welcome Orchard Talent Group to our growing community of organisational members. We took a few minutes to sit down with Adam Dent, Partner Executive Search and Board and experienced public service leader, to find out more about Orchard, their mission and why they support IPAA Queensland. Why has Orchard Talent

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What are members saying?

A lot of people join Government because they want to make a difference to the community and IPAA can help in improving that difference we make.

Heidi Bushnell, Professional
Queensland Government

The experiences are amazing, and the relationships and the people you meet are incredible.

Dave Stewart, Executive
Queensland Government

IPAA provides a fantastic meeting place.  There aren’t many forums where you can bring together a really diverse group of stakeholders and talk about really topical issues.  IPAA does this really well.

Michael Hiller, Queensland Chairman
KPMG

It is great to see IPAA thriving, bringing in so many people, the calibre of the people you meet is priceless.  I recommend everyone get involved and join in.

Fahim Khondaker, Professional
BDO

The forums, exceptional presentations –  it is learning in a relaxed way that you don’t see in other institutions.  I am very glad that IPAA is back in Queensland.

Katarina Carroll, Commissioner
QFES