Workplace 2030 — What’s Now, What’s Next

The future isn’t a far-off horizon — it’s already in motion.

Work doesn’t look like it used to and it’s not done changing yet. Roles are evolving. Skills are in short supply. Whole generations are rethinking what they want from work (and what they won’t accept).

In this opening session of our new Workplace 2030 series, we’re taking a step back to zoom out. What are the big shifts already underway? Which trends deserve our attention (and which can wait)? And how can people leaders make sense of it all without getting lost in the hype?

We’ll explore:

• Why age-inclusive strategy is becoming business-critical
• How Australia’s talent drought is reshaping hiring, learning and partnerships
• What automation actually means for your workforce (and why it’s not all doom)
• Where human judgment, trust and ethics are emerging as your competitive edge

This session is for anyone thinking deeply about the future of work — from HR and OD to L&D and executive leadership. No jargon, no crystal balls. Just sharp insights, fresh language, and practical cues to help you lead with clarity in an evolving world of work.

Come curious. Leave with perspective.