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Friday, 13 June 
Allianz Stadium



Friday, 13 June 
Allianz Stadium

Human cities put people at the centre and drive better social, health, and economic outcomes for all.


Half of the world’s population is already living in a city, and this number is expected to rise to nearly 7 out of 10 people globally by 2050.

Accordingly, the challenges of urban growth are more pressing than ever. How we plan, build, and optimise our urban environments will define the future health and prosperity of our communities. To ensure that cities are not only smarter but also more resilient and equitable, innovative approaches to policymaking, urban planning, and development are essential.

The 2025 Human Cities Summit brings together over 300 representatives from urban development, planning, construction, engineering, government, community groups, the arts, business, and academia to ask:
How can we reimagine our cities in a generation?

From transport, climate resilience, and cutting-edge technology to social infrastructure and affordable housing, this event will provide a comprehensive look at the strategies, solutions, and local and global best practices shaping Australian cities of tomorrow.

Building on the success of CEDA’s annual National Infrastructure Conference, this new-look event is set to become the premier forum for discussing the future of Australian cities.

Human cities put people at the centre and drive better social, health, and economic outcomes for all.


Half of the world’s population is already living in a city, and this number is expected to rise to nearly 7 out of 10 people globally by 2050.

Accordingly, the challenges of urban growth are more pressing than ever. How we plan, build, and optimise our urban environments will define the future health and prosperity of our communities. To ensure that cities are not only smarter but also more resilient and equitable, innovative approaches to policymaking, urban planning, and development are essential.

The 2025 Human Cities Summit brings together over 300 representatives from urban development, planning, construction, engineering, government, community groups, the arts, business, and academia to ask:
How can we reimagine our cities in a generation?

From transport, climate resilience, and cutting-edge technology to social infrastructure and affordable housing, this event will provide a comprehensive look at the strategies, solutions, and local and global best practices shaping Australian cities of tomorrow.

Building on the success of CEDA’s annual National Infrastructure Conference, this new-look event is set to become the premier forum for discussing the future of Australian cities.



Hear from our compelling line up of leading experts, policymakers and innovators.


Confirmed speakers include:

Lamia Kamal-Chaoui

OECD Director for Centre for Entrepreneurship, SMEs, Regions and Cities

Lord Mayor Clover Moore AO

Lord Mayor of Sydney

Michael Nolan

Climate Change Risk & Resilience Leader, Australia and New Zealand, Aurecon

Dr Kate Meyrick

Director, Urbis

Dr Jonathan Spear

Chief Executive Officer, Infrastructure Victoria

Nicola Lemon

National Social and Affordable Housing Lead, Enterprise Advisory, KPMG

Lamia Kamal-Chaoui

OECD Director for Centre for Entrepreneurship, SMEs, Regions and Cities

Lord Mayor Clover Moore AO

Lord Mayor of Sydney

Michael Nolan

Climate Change Risk & Resilience Leader, Australia and New Zealand, Aurecon

Dr Kate Meyrick

Director, Urbis

Dr Jonathan Spear

Chief Executive Officer, Infrastructure Victoria

Nicola Lemon

National Social and Affordable Housing Lead, Enterprise Advisory, KPMG


Key themes:
Key themes for discussion include: 

Smart and
data driven cities


Transport infrastructure


Addressing the
housing crisis


Building climate
resilient cities


Cities with soul:
supporting creative economies


Regional cities


Social infrastructure


Public-private partnerships
& alternative investment models


Bold thinking:
The big ideas reshaping
cities in a generation



"The US election result 
served as another reminder 
that economic growth and 
development must bring 
tangibly better living standards 
and wellbeing to people."

CEDA CEO, MELINDA CILENTO


"The US election result 
served as another reminder 
that economic growth and 
development must bring 
tangibly better living standards 
and wellbeing to people."

CEDA CEO, MELINDA CILENTO

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