Join us for an engaging sundowner exploring “Changing the Flow: Building Inclusive, Sustainable Water Futures.” Hear from Sadia Khaja and Hannah Crockford as they share insights into strengthening regional drinking water systems, supporting First Nations participation, and building workforce capability across NSW Local Water Utilities.
This event will highlight how technical innovation, community experience and Aboriginal inclusion can work together to create more sustainable and resilient water services. It is a great opportunity to connect with fellow water professionals, emerging practitioners and industry leaders while enjoying thoughtful discussion, drinks and networking.
Whether you work in water, engineering, environmental management, workforce development or community engagement, this sundowner will offer valuable perspectives on shaping a stronger and more inclusive future for the water sector.
Speakers
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Sadia Khaja Graduate engineer at Alluvium Consulting, Environmental and Humanitarian Engineer, IWA Australia YWP subcommittee member, AWA Student Water Prize NSW Finalist. Ozwater’2026 and AWA YWP conference 2026 speaker Presentation: A systematic analysis of drinking water systems in regional communities, integrating First Nations experiences and participation across technical, social, and institutional dimensions. Sadia is an Environmental and Humanitarian Engineer passionate about sustainable development and improving water, sanitation and hygiene services for all. As a Graduate Engineer at Alluvium Consulting, she is developing her technical expertise in hydrology, alongside experience in humanitarian, development and community-focused initiatives. |
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Hannah Crockford Senior Project Officer Workforce Development at DCCEEW, AWA YWP NSW Subcommittee member Best Paper Award at the NSW State Conference Presentation: Changing the Flow: Aboriginal Inclusion Delivering Workforce Change Across NSW Local Water Utilities As a Project Officer with the NSW Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water, Hannah delivers workforce development, skills and training initiatives for the Local Water Utilities branch. She work with stakeholders to strengthen workforce capability and support a skilled, sustainable local water sector |
Event Details
| Date | Wednesday 14 October 2026 |
| Time | 6:30 – 10:00 pm |
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TBC |