RESONATE26 – The Government Communication Connective
Wed 18 & Thurs 19 March 2026
Early bird tickets: $990 (to 28 Nov 2025)
- Date: 18/03/2026
- Time: 9:00 am
- Location: The Round, 379-399 Whitehorse Road, Nunawading VIC
- Price: Early bird $990.00
- Type: In Person
A message from our two incredible experiential keynote speakers
Why the event is happening
Government communicators are the unseen powerhouse behind trust, transparency and connection. You’re the bridge between policy and people. The translator who makes the complex simple. The storyteller who engages hearts and minds. The advisor leaders rely on in high-stakes situations. The strategist who builds brand and protects reputation.
Yet in a fast-moving, low-trust world, your role is often misunderstood or underestimated. Decisions are made without comms at the table. Reputation management is seen as a function, not a core capability. And too often, PR and communication are dismissed as ‘fluffy’.
It’s time to change that.
RESONATE26 is the platform for government communicators to step fully into their purpose, power and presence.
Who the event is for
The event is open to employees and representatives of local, state and Australian government organisations, government industry bodies and other public sector organisations within Australia as well as sponsors and other event partners.
What you’ll experience
This one-of-a-kind event and immersive experience will expand your professional toolkit, and equip you to amplify your strategic voice and position yourself as a trusted, influential leader inside your organisation.
Across two transformative days, you’ll learn from some of Australia’s top experts in public relations, strategic communication, service excellence, stakeholder relationships, artificial intelligence, persuasive communication, data storytelling, communication impact measurement, campaigns, advocacy and community engagement, alongside senior government leaders with powerful case studies and insights to share.
This isn’t just another conference. It’s where government communicators amplify their voice, elevate their impact and shape the future of public sector communication.
What you’ll walk away with
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NEW PERSPECTIVES
This specially-curated program of thought-provoking content from from subject matter experts and government leaders will challenge, empower and inspire you.
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CAMPAIGNS
Expanded professional toolkit for delivering successful campaigns with top insights on problem identification, data analysis, strategy codesign and storytelling.
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SERVICE EXCELLENCE
Breakthroughs on how to lead, serve and create irresistible connection through the wizardry of curiosity, imagination and expressive presence.
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LEADERSHIP
Elevated strategic influence and impact with new skills in persuasive communication at work, planning for strategic conversations and earning a seat at the executive table
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ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE
Practical strategies for artificial intelligence strategy and execution to build trust and confidence with stakeholders while also enhancing services, transparency and connections.
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TRANSFORMATIONAL COMMUNICATION
New strategies and techniques to deliver impact across change programs, community engagement and leadership communication.
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STAKEHOLDER RELATIONS
Strategies and tactics to gain and retain trust with all stakeholders.
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ADVOCACY
Strategies to take your advocacy campaigns and conversations to the next level.
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IMPACT MEASUREMENT
Strategies and frameworks to measure communication efforts and impacts so you can convey your strategic value.
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NEW CONNECTIONS
Forge new connections and expand your network across government and public sector spheres.
Here’s what ELEVATE25 delegates said…
Day 1: Wed 18 March 2026
Registration: 8.30am-9am Session time: 9am-4.30pm
Extended keynote experience:
The uniquely wonderful Peter Merrett, Australia’s Keynote Speaker of the Year, will kick off day 1 with a not-to-be missed keynote experience sharing his world-class lessons and powerful messages of service excellence for government communicators.
Day 2: Thurs 19 March 2026
Registration: 8.30am-9am Session time: 9am-4pm
Extended keynote experience:
The effervescent Michelle Bowden, kick off day 2 with a fun and highly interactive masterclass and workshop on how to persuade.
Some photo from the ELEVATE25 event
