SEGRA Talks

In this episode of SEGTALK, host Scott Robinson speaks with Professor Andrew Beer about the energy transition and the opportunities it presents for regional Australia. Drawing on decades of research into regional economic development and structural change, Professor Beer explores how the shift from traditional energy generation to renewable energy could reshape regional economies, create employment opportunities and support long-term economic growth. The conversation highlights how renewable energy infrastructure could distribute investment and jobs across a wider range of regional communities, creating new opportunities for local industries and workforces. Join us for an insightful discussion on navigating economic change and building a more resilient and prosperous future for regional Australia.

Jenn loves business in the bush. She is a Best-Selling Author and commentator on all things marketing with a big heart for helping rural and regional small businesses (being a rural girl herself). She is the founder of Social Media and Marketing Australia, the viral Facebook Group Buy From a Bush Business and an original co-founder of Australia’s rural answer to Amazon – Spend With Us Marketplace. She also just wrote the only book on marketing your business in rural/regional Australia called Small Town Big Impact. Jenn is a no-nonsense, passionate rural advocate and someone you definitely want to know!

Chatting with SEGRA Directors on what's on the horizon for the regions this year

Half of the SEGRA Directors are back for another year! In this first podcast for 2024 hear from Simon, Ashley and Caroline about the challenges and opportunities in rural, remote and regional Australia.

Meet the new SEGRA Directors Nadine and Sara, and reconnect with Charles as we talk about the challenges and opportunities in rural, remote and regional Australia

Dr George Wilkinson recently completed his PhD titled ‘A Scarcity of Large Non-Capital Cities: A national analysis of the drivers of settlement in Australia,’ which examined how institutions sculpt economic geography in Australia. George has expertise in strategy, organisational design, and change management. He has recently commenced a role as the Corporate Development Manager at the City of Karratha, following previous roles as a management consultant. George has a PhD in regional development, institutional economics and economic geography from UWA, holds a master of business administration from the University of Cape Town, a master of science from UWA and bachelor of arts from the University of California.

Natalie Collard is the CEO of Farmers for Climate Action. She was previously the EO of Food and Fibre Great South Coast.