Session 1: Plenary
| Thursday, July 23, 2026 |
| 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM |
Overview
Activating the Australian Water Safety Strategy National Imperative of aligning policies and partnerships for change
Details
Curated opening plenary session exploring what strategic alignment looks like, the role of government in water safety, how we scaled resources for impact, and the power of collaboration and partnership to solve wicked problems.
Moderator
Justin Scarr
CEO
Royal Life Saving Society Australia
Panel Discussion: Multisector perspectives on aligning policy and partnership for change
Catherine Greaves
CEO
Life Saving Victoria
Marni Ryan
Director - Maritime Safety Education and Engagement
Maritime Safety Queensland
Sam Toohey
Executive Director
Emergency Management Branch, NSW Premier’s Department
Panel Discussion: Strengthening alignment across systems and sectors
Lori Modde
Chair
Outdoor Council Of Australia
Floss Roberts
Executive Director
Royal Life Saving - NT
Adam Weir
CEO
Surf Life Saving Australia
