On Day 2, the conference expanded to include the co-located Australian Disaster Resilience Conference (ADRC23), the Institution of Fire Engineers Australia Conference (IFE23), and Women and Firefighting Australasia Conference. The University of Manchester’s Chancellor, Nazir Afzal OBE, delivered a remarkable keynote speech, which paved the way for a stimulating keynote panel discussion on “Creating a Sustainable Future – Navigating Challenges and Opportunities”. The panel featured esteemed participants like Paul Illmer, Martin Merrick, Dr Dia Smith, Brendan Moon AM, ASM, and Dr Bree Talbot. These captivating addresses were followed by a divergence of attendees across the eight conference streams.
As Day 2 drew to a close, delegates embraced the festive atmosphere of the masquerade Gala Dinner, complete with delectable cuisine, live music, dancing, and even a 360-degree camera to capture the enchanting evening.
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