Our recent Innovators Lunch, hosted by Hunter iF and the Hunter Manufacturing Awards, brought together a powerhouse panel to dissect the Future Made in Australia policy and its ripple effects for our region.

The Hunter Innovation Fest is back! Meet our first speakers and learn how to get involved. Register for your $99 Early Bird ticket before July 20. Join us at Newcastle City Hall on Sept 25!

Reflecting on a fantastic discussion on the Hunter's Energy & Blue Economy Future! A huge thank you to our expert panelists Emeritus Prof. Roy Green, Gunilla Burrowes FTSE HonFIEAust, Sarah Guilfoyle GAICD, and Dominic May for their invaluable insights, and to Hunter iF members for their engaging contributions!

We’re thrilled to welcome two incredible leaders to the Hunter IF team! With their expertise and passion, Zara Crichton and Baidy Barton are set to take our beloved Hunter Innovation Festival to new heights.

Watch the video update and welcome to 2025 from Hunter iF Chair, Alex Brennan.

Hunter iF is excited to announce the new board members elected at Tuesday’s AGM: Bret Barton, Sheron Steward, Jennie McGhie, Cameron Burns, and Caroline Booth. Additionally, we congratulate Will Rifkin on his re-election.