About this Event
Topic: Looking back to look forward: Lessons that will shape Queensland’s next energy era.
With the next wave of gas exploration and development on foot in Queensland, coupled with expansion of renewable energy and critical mineral exploration a continued community and coexistence is critical. Last year, EY reported Social Licence to Operate as one of the top 5 risks to the resources industry. Queensland’s gas sector has already navigated the complex realities of land access and community expectations. This session explores what this experience has taught us about earning social licence, managing competing land uses and realising genuine community benefit and how we can leverage these insights to anticipate, adapt, and respond to shared opportunities and challenges – setting a stronger foundation for the state’s next phase of resources and energy development.
Biography:
Warwick Squire is an experienced executive with over 20 years’ experience across mining, resources, energy, agriculture and natural resource management. He has extensive expertise cultivating productive relationships, particularly in the resources and agricultural sectors, throughout rural and regional communities. Currently, Warwick is Chief Executive Officer of the Coexistence Queensland, a role which has seen him work extensively with rural landholders, communities, agricultural and resource and energy companies, peak bodies and three tiers of Government to achieve positive coexistence outcomes.
This luncheon sponsorship is available.
To register as a QUPEX Luncheon Sponsor, please contact: [email protected]
VENUE CHANGE
Please note a change in location:
The QUPEX March Luncheon will be held at The Westin Hotel whilst the Tattersalls Ballroom undergoes renovation: 111 Mary St, Brisbane City QLD 4000
Dress code
Gentlemen Smart polo or button up shirt, trousers and shoes (jacket and tie optional).
Ladies Business attire.
No denim, shorts or sneakers are allowed.
Inclusions
Two-course lunch served with a selection of alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks. Coffee and Tea available on request.
Pricing
2026 Member $80 (Retiree and Past President $60) plus GST
Non Member $95 plus GST
Parking
Parking is available at Wilson: 200 Mary St. Two hours for $35.00. Pre-book at www.wilsonparking.com.au
When
Tuesday, 14th April 2026 Arrival: 12:00pm for 12.30pm Start
Where
111 Mary St, Brisbane City QLD 4000
Registration Closes
12:00pm Thursday 9th April 2026(as catering numbers are required by The Westin)
| www.qupex.org.au | [email protected] | 0499 420 379
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
The Westin Brisbane, 111 Mary Street, Brisbane City, Australia
AUD 104.50
