AI Unlocked: From hype to hands on

Curious about how AI can make a real difference in regional businesses, agriculture, and our communities? Join us at AI Unlocked: From Hype to Hands-On Impact—a practical, hands-on forum designed for the Mallee, bringing together businesses, industry, students, and the wider community to explore how artificial intelligence is being used in meaningful ways across our region.

📅 Date: Tuesday 28 July
🕚 Time: 11:00 am – 5:30 pm (AEST)
📍 Location: La Trobe University Mildura Campus

What you'll experience:
✨ A hands-on morning session (bring your laptop, tablet, or phone!)
🎤 Inspiring keynote speakers
💬 Industry panel discussion hosted by Vince Warnock (Mildura Wentworth Chamber of Commerce)
🤝 Networking drinks and canapés featuring locally inspired food and regional wines by Verdict Catering

You'll learn how to:
✔️ Apply AI in business, agriculture, and regional enterprise
✔️ Build confidence using AI tools
✔️ Understand responsible AI adoption and governance
✔️ Explore how AI can support on-farm decision-making
✔️ Connect with regional leaders, researchers, and innovators

Whether you're a small business owner, primary producer, agribusiness operator, educator, student, or simply interested in emerging technology, this forum offers practical insights you can take away and use.

Bonus: A separate technology and innovation farm site visit will be held on Wednesday 29 July, including a visit to the SuniTAFE Smart Farm. Please note that separate registration is required.

No technical background is needed—just bring your curiosity!

Register here — separate registration is required for the bonus site visit.