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The below will take place on Sunday 27 September 2026 Join the Investor Tour Hosted by Brisbane Economic Development Agency (BEDA) Join a limited-capacity investor tour showcasing the people, places and projects shaping Brisbane’s future. Featuring insights from BEDA’s investment team, a guided exploration of the city’s innovation corridor, Olympic and Paralympic infrastructure legacy projects, and a curated visit to QAGOMA’s Make, Believe, Magic: The Worlds of The Jim Henson Company exhibition. Finish the afternoon by connecting with fellow investors over rooftop networking in one of Brisbane’s premier dining destinations. Following #CapTech2026 Sydney, the Brisbane Summit brings together investors, government representatives, business leaders, infrastructure experts and international market specialists for a focused day exploring Queensland’s investment landscape and its connections with Australia, India and Asia. Inside the #CapTech2026 Brisbane Summit Monday, 28 September | Brisbane The Brisbane Summit brings together a carefully curated programme focused on Queensland’s growth ambitions, infrastructure pipeline, emerging businesses, critical minerals, future cities and cross-border investment opportunities. Opening the Conversation on Queensland’s Investment Opportunity Hermann Voster MPAssistant Minister for Multicultural Affairs and International Student Attraction The opening keynote, Queensland’s Investment Opportunity: Growth, Capital & Ambition, will be delivered by Assistant Minister Hermann Vorster MP, setting the stage for a day focused on Queensland’s investment potential and economic ambition. Investing in Queensland: Capital, Growth & Opportunity The first major panel examines the investment landscape across Queensland, bringing together perspectives from government, business and professional services. India–Queensland: Building a New Investment Corridor The Hon. Suresh PrabhuFormer Union Cabinet Minister, Government of IndiaGlobal Policy Strategist The conversation then turns to the growing investment relationship between India and Queensland. A keynote from The Hon. Suresh Prabhu, Former Union Cabinet Minister, Government of India and Global Policy Strategist, explores the potential for deeper connections between the two markets and the opportunities emerging across the investment corridor. Building Tomorrow: Investment into Infrastructure The focus then shifts to the infrastructure required to support Queensland’s next phase of growth. The discussion will examine infrastructure investment, regional development and the projects shaping Queensland’s future. An Investment Showcase featuring Zetatek will also put an emerging business opportunity directly in front of the room. Women, The Modern Economy The session looks at the businesses, ideas and opportunities positioned to contribute to the next phase of economic growth. Capital at Scale: Mining, Critical Minerals & the Energy Transition The afternoon opens with a conversation around some of the major forces shaping Australia’s investment landscape. The panel will examine mining, critical minerals, energy transition and the capital required to support these sectors at scale. A further Investment Showcase featuring Base 2 will add another opportunity to discover businesses and investment prospects within the programme. Future Cities: Investing in the Precincts, Infrastructure & Industries of Tomorrow The conversation then moves into the development of the cities, precincts and industries that will shape tomorrow. The panel explores the intersection of precinct development, infrastructure and emerging industries, and the investment opportunities created by future-focused urban development. The Australia–ASEAN Capital Corridor: Connecting Queensland with Asia The final major panel connects Queensland with the wider Asian investment landscape. The discussion examines the opportunities for Queensland to strengthen its connections with ASEAN markets, capital and businesses. Alongside these conversations, Investment Showcases and dedicated networking sessions will create opportunities to continue discussions beyond the main stage. More Than a Seat in the Room CapTech2026 creates opportunities to meet investors, private capital, business leaders and decision-makers in a setting designed for meaningful exchange. Discover businesses, emerging opportunities and ideas that can open new commercial conversations. Use the connections made at #CapTech2026 to explore investment, partnerships, market access and cross-border opportunities. The event brings together people who can help turn introductions into strategic relationships and conversations into new possibilities. Queensland’s Opportunities are Opening The conversations are happening. Be in the room at #CapTech2026 Brisbane. Explore the Brisbane Summit. Sydney, This Is Your #CapTech2026 Sydney | 24 – 25 September 2026 Thursday, 24 September 2026 Friday, 25 September 2026 Brisbane | 28 September 2026  Sight Seeing & Social Activities Follow & Subscribe to stay ahead of what’s next.

The business world is becoming more complex. Markets are shifting, investment opportunities are evolving, and the decisions facing business leaders are rarely straightforward. At #CapTech2026, two highly experienced voices come together to explore what lies ahead, where emerging opportunities are taking shape, and how leaders can navigate an increasingly complex global environment. The People Behind the Conversation The Hon. Andrew Robb AOChairman & Founder, The Robb Group | Former Australian Minister for Trade, Investment & Tourism With a career spanning government, investment, trade and business, Andrew Robb brings a deep understanding of how markets, policy and international relationships shape economic opportunity. As Australia’s former Minister for Trade, Investment and Tourism, he led negotiations for major Free Trade Agreements with China, Japan and South Korea, alongside the 12-country Trans-Pacific Partnership and the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership with Singapore. Today, through The Robb Group, he provides strategic advice and sources investment opportunities for two-way trade and investment between Australia and the Asia Pacific. Owen Hegarty OAMCo-Founder & Executive Chairman, EMR Capital Owen Hegarty brings more than five decades of experience across the global mining and investment landscape. After 25 years with Rio Tinto, Owen founded and led Oxiana, taking it from a junior explorer to a major Asia-Pacific producer. He later co-founded EMR Capital, where he continues to apply his experience as an operator, investor and business leader across mining and investment opportunities worldwide. His career has been defined by identifying opportunity, deploying capital, and building businesses through changing market conditions. A Conversation Worth Being In the Room For What happens when deep international investment experience meets decades of experience building, investing in, and scaling businesses through multiple market cycles? This conversation brings together two perspectives shaped by very different journeys, but connected by a common understanding of capital, markets, opportunity, and what it takes to act when the environment is changing. At #CapTech2026, the conversation goes beyond simply identifying what is changing. It is about understanding where opportunity is emerging, what is driving it, and how experienced leaders are thinking about what comes next. Be part of the conversation. Hear from The Hon. Andrew Robb AO and Owen Hegarty OAM as they share their perspectives on emerging opportunities in an increasingly complex business world. Join the conversation at #CapTech2026.. Let’s all gather #CapTech2026 Australia…. Sydney | 24 – 25 September 2026 Thursday, 24 September 2026 Friday, 25 September 2026 Brisbane | 28 September 2026  Sight Seeing & Social Activities Follow & Subscribe to stay ahead of what’s next.

Two days. Two very different settings. One powerful opportunity to connect with the people, capital, and ideas shaping what comes next. CapTech2026 Sydney brings together investors, family offices, business leaders, policymakers, founders, and global decision-makers for conversations designed to move beyond networking, toward investment, partnerships, market access, and growth. It Begins at NSW Parliament House Thursday, 24 September | NSW Parliament House, Sydney The Sydney experience begins with an exclusive Investor Roundtable and Welcome Evening at NSW Parliament House. Inside the #CapTech2026 Sydney Summit Friday, 25 September | Hilton Hotel, George Street, Sydney Our speakers for the NSW Parliament House event are The room opens. The conversations begin. Inside the #CapTech2026 Sydney Summit Friday, 25 September | Hilton Hotel, George Street, Sydney The Sydney Summit brings together a carefully curated programme of discussions on markets, emerging sectors, cross-border capital, financial innovation and the technologies shaping the next investment cycle. Opening the Conversation on Capital & Growth The morning begins with a Capital Connections Breakfast, followed by the official welcome and opening keynotes from Dr Joseph Rizk AM and Linda Scott, Chair of CareSuper, setting the stage for a day focused on the investment outlook and the forces reshaping global capital. From there, the conversation moves into the issues investors and businesses cannot afford to ignore. Where Is Capital Moving? The New Space Economy: Capitalising on the Next Frontier Australia, India & the Global Opportunity A keynote from The Hon. Suresh Prabhu, former Union Cabinet Minister of the Government of India and … Investing Through Cycles A fireside conversation with Owen Hegarty OAM The ASEAN Century Examining the region’s next investment and growth opportunities Family Offices & Private Capital Where patient capital meets high-potential opportunities The Next Generation of Financial Products Exploring how financial innovation is changing the investment landscape The Intelligence Economy AI, digital and emerging technologies and where Investment is heading next Alongside these conversations, Investment Showcases will put emerging opportunities directly in front of the room. More Than a Seat in the Room #CapTech2026 is designed for what happens between the sessions as much as what happens on stage. Throughout the day, there will be opportunities to: Meet investors. Build relationships with family offices, institutional investors, and private capital. Meet businesses. Discover companies, technologies, and opportunities looking for their next stage of growth. Build strategic connections. Explore partnerships, market entry, investment, and cross-border opportunities. Get closer to the decision-makers. From private conversations to investor networking and business matching, the value is in who you meet and where the conversation goes next. The day closes with an Executive Networking Reception, giving the room one more opportunity to turn introductions into meaningful conversations. Let’s all gather #CapTech2026 Australia…. Sydney | 24 – 25 September 2026 Thursday, 24 September 2026 Friday, 25 September 2026 Brisbane | 28 September 2026  Sight Seeing & Social Activities Don’t wait for the Opportunity to Find You Get into the room where the conversations are happening.Limited participation. Limited seats. High-value conversations. info@sipbn.com.au | #CapTech2026 Australia Follow & Subscribe to stay ahead of what’s next.

In just 18 days, Australia’s most strategic capital and growth platform opens its doors, bringing together institutional investors, fund managers, family offices, growth enterprises, and high-net-worth individuals from across the globe. #CapTech2026 Australia is bringing together a curated community of institutional investors, fund managers, family offices, growth enterprises, international businesses and high-net-worth investors across Sydney and Brisbane. The platform is designed to connect capital with businesses, projects and opportunities while creating pathways for investment, partnerships and cross-border growth. If you’re serious about capital, partnerships, or market expansion, #CapTech2026 is where your next opportunity begins. The Capital Ecosystem Has Changed! Australia’s superannuation system now manages $4.8 trillion in assets — the world’s fourth-largest pension pool and growing fast. But capital alone isn’t enough. What matters is access — being in the room where strategic decisions are made, where introductions happen, and where deals are born. #CapTech2026 is that room. Participants & Industries: Opportunities Across Sectors This isn’t a mass-market event. #CapTech2026 is curated, selective, and outcome-driven — designed for serious players who understand that quality conversations beat crowded networking every time. Already Confirmed Attendees: CapTech2026 brings together diverse sectors where capital, capability, and policy converge to create real opportunities. Participating Sectors: Your Next Step – Be at #CapTech2026 Australia! At #CapTech2026 Summit & Business Presentations, you will get a second opportunity to connect with capital, businesses, investors and strategic decision-makers in one of Australia’s fastest-growing economic centres. If you’re raising capital, managing a fund, scaling a business, entering Australia, expanding overseas or looking for strategic investment partnerships, now is the time to secure your place. Let’s all gather #CapTech2026 Australia…. Sydney | 24 – 25 September 2026 Thursday, 24 September 2026 Friday, 25 September 2026 Brisbane | 28 September 2026  Sight Seeing & Social Activities Don’t wait for the Opportunity to Find You Get into the room where the conversations are happening.Limited participation. Limited seats. High-value conversations. info@sipbn.com.au | #CapTech2026 Australia Follow & Subscribe to stay ahead of what’s next.

Connect with Mark Burgess – one of the most experienced institutional investors in the country – Chairman – Investment Committee and Director of one of Australia’s largest institutional investors, a former CEO of Australia’s Future Fund, global CIO for Credit Suisse Asset Management (EMEA) with over US$350 billion under management, and a director of some of Australia’s most significant financial and healthcare institutions. His presence at #CapTech2026 adds a rare layer of institutional depth to the Sydney and Brisbane programs. About Mark Burgess Former CEO of the Future Fund and Institutional Investor Mark Burgess is Chairman – Investment Committee and Director of one of Australia’s largest institutional investors. He has built a career at the highest levels of global investment management. He previously led Australia’s Future Fund and has chaired investment committees and served on the boards of major institutional funds. His international career includes serving as Executive Vice-Chairman and CEO, EMEA, Credit Suisse Asset Management, as well as Global CIO for Equities and Multi-Asset, overseeing portfolios of significant global scale. He has also held senior investment leadership roles with American Express Asset Management, Colonial First State and Bankers Trust. Today, his portfolio spans institutional investment, capital markets, insurance, venture capital and global economic policy. Value That He Brings To #CapTech2026 Institutional capital operates on a different scale. It looks beyond the next quarter – towards long-term value, resilience, risk, diversification, and opportunities capable of creating sustainable returns. Mark’s participation signals the institutional-grade quality of #CapTech2026, and by joining this event, you gain access to: From Global Capital to Australian Opportunity Australia is entering a period where infrastructure, energy transition, critical minerals, technology, healthcare, emerging industries, and cross-border investment are creating new opportunities for long-term capital. CapTech2026 brings these opportunities into the same room as: This is where the conversation moves from “What is happening?” to “Where is the opportunity?” So, whether you’re looking to raise capital, deploy capital, build partnerships or understand where institutional investors are looking next, #CapTech2026 is designed to create conversations that can lead somewhere. Let’s all gather #CapTech2026 Australia…. Sydney | 24 – 25 September 2026 Thursday, 24 September 2026 Friday, 25 September 2026 Brisbane | 28 September 2026  Sight Seeing & Social Activities Book Your Tickets to Secure Your Seat at #CapTech2026 Australia This is where strategic relationships are formed, cross-border opportunities are explored, and business growth is shaped through collaboration. Seats are limited!!! info@sipbn.com.au | #CapTech2026 Australia Follow & Subscribe to stay ahead of what’s next.

If you’re looking to access opportunities, raise capital, meet investors, enter new markets, find strategic partners or accelerate your next stage of growth, #CapTech2026 brings the people and conversations that can help move those ambitions forward. Our platform is designed around strategic connections, global business expansion, capital raising, innovation and outcome-oriented collaboration – not simply networking for networking’s sake! So, secure Your #CapTech2026 Australia Ticket as this is not just another business event; it’s a room built for capital, connections and commercial opportunity. Why You Need To Join #CapTech2026? Because being in the right room can change your perception! At #CapTech2026, you’ll have opportunities to connect with: And explore conversations around: What You’ll Experience In Sydney: If you’re looking for maximum access, this is the flagship experience! With two days of events, investor and business engagement, networking, and access to the broader #CapTech ecosystem, Sydney is designed for those who want to meet more people, explore more opportunities, and stay closer to the action. What You’ll Experience In Brisbane: If you want to reconstruct your growth strategy, this is your chance! Meet business leaders, investors and project stakeholders while exploring opportunities across one of Australia’s most dynamic growth markets. The Brisbane program is designed to connect capital, industry leadership and strategic partnerships around diverse opportunities. Why Buy Tickets Today? Book Your #CapTech2026 Ticket Sydney | 24 – 25 September 2026 Thursday, 24 September 2026 Friday, 25 September 2026 Brisbane | 28 September 2026  Sight Seeing & Social Activities Come for the Event. Leave with Possibilities. Your next opportunity could start with one introduction. So don’t just watch from the sidelines; be a part of the conversation! Limited Places Available info@sipbn.com.au | #CapTech2026 Australia Follow & Subscribe to stay ahead of what’s next.

A Room Built for Meaningful Conversations The recent launch of #CapTech2026 Australia, at SIPBN Chairman’s Luncheon in Melbourne brought together members of the SIPBN network for an intimate business discussion chaired by Mr Owen Hegarty OAM, SIPBN Think Tank Member and Executive Chairman of EMR Capital alongside Mr Raman Bhalla, President, SIPBN, and Ms Sarah Morgan, CEO, #CapTech2026. Rather than a traditional presentation, the luncheon created space for open exchange between leaders across investment, capital, business, finance, government and industry. The gathering included senior representatives from: What Was On The Table? The focus was firmly on what comes next for Australia – and how stronger connections with Asia can help shape it. The conversation centred on three key themes: Australia: A Growth Country The discussion examined Australia’s position as a destination for investment and expansion, with particular attention to the sectors capable of driving the country’s next phase of growth. From resources and critical minerals to infrastructure, energy, technology, advanced industry, healthcare and emerging sectors, the conversation explored where Australia’s capabilities and Asia’s capital can create mutual opportunity. #CapTech: Taking the Conversation Across Asia The luncheon also looked ahead to #CapTech’s expanding plans across Asia and the wider business opportunities emerging from stronger regional connections. The discussion explored how #CapTech can continue connecting: This reflects SIPBN’s wider vision of building a cross-border platform where relationships can progress towards investment, partnerships, market entry and execution. Capital & Women Entrepreneurship A further focus was the relationship between capital, entrepreneurship and women’s participation in the economy. The conversation considered how better access to capital, stronger networks and innovative financial pathways can help more women build, acquire, scale and invest in businesses. It is a conversation that aligns strongly with the wider #CapTech2026 focuses on capital innovation and new approaches to business growth. The Bigger Question: Can Australia & Asia Grow Together? That was the thread connecting the conversations. The opportunity lies in connecting the two more effectively. And that is precisely where #CapTech2026 is positioned – creating curated environments where business leaders, investors, governments and strategic partners can move beyond introductions and explore meaningful commercial opportunities. From Luncheon To a Bigger Platform The conversations around the table are now feeding into the broader #CapTech2026 agenda across Australia and Asia, and what started today will continue across: Sydney | 24 – 25 September 2026 Thursday, 24 September 2026 Friday, 25 September 2026 Brisbane | 28 September 2026  Sight Seeing & Social Activities The Most Valuable OpportunitiesOften Start Around a Table. A Conversation | A Connection | A Shared Ambition info@sipbn.com.au | #CapTech2026 Australia Follow & Subscribe to stay ahead of what’s next.

From 2–12 August 2026, SIPBN members and #CapTech partners were on the ground in Singapore, kicking off the #CapTech2026 Australia Roadshow across Singapore, Hong Kong and Seoul. The mission was clear: connect Asia’s leading capital allocators with Australian opportunities and invite them to host and invest through #CapTech2026 Australia in September. These cities have brought together conversations with some of the region’s most influential capital and business networks — creating new pathways for collaboration, investment and market expansion. Who We Met Inside the Capital Ecosystem? Across the three cities, meetings were held with a wide range of capital stakeholders, including: These are the relationships that can move businesses from conversation to collaboration — and from opportunity to execution. Why These Cities Matter? Singapore, Hong Kong and Seoul represent three of Asia’s most dynamic investment ecosystems — each with distinct strengths that complement Australia’s market. Together, they form a powerful pipeline of investors, partners, and innovators for #CapTech2026 Australia. From Asia’s Capital Hubs to Australia’s Growth Platform The roadshow is not the destination. It’s the beginning of the next conversation If your business is looking to raise capital or expand into Asia, #CapTech2026 Australia is the bridge. The roadshow has already opened doors to family offices, sovereign funds, and institutional investors who are now looking at Australian opportunities with fresh interest. We are inviting the investors, institutions, and business leaders we meet across Asia to continue these discussions at #CapTech2026 Australia — bringing Asia’s capital networks into direct dialogue with Australian businesses, projects, and opportunities. Let’s all gather #CapTech2026 Australia…. Sydney | 24 – 25 September 2026 Thursday, 24 September 2026 Friday, 25 September 2026 Brisbane | 28 September 2026  Sight Seeing & Social Activities Bring your delegation to connect with Asian & Australian capitals. The Roadshow Opened the Door. #CapTech Takes the Conversation Further.So, if you’re looking for capital, partnerships or a pathway into Asia, this is the room to be in. Connecting Asia. Australia. Opportunity. info@sipbn.com.au Follow & Subscribe to stay ahead of what’s next.

Linda ScottChair of CareSuper We’re excited to announce Linda Scott as the keynote speaker for #CapTech2026 Australia. Linda is one of Australia’s most experienced governance leaders, Chair of CareSuper, a $60 billion superannuation fund, and Acting Deputy Chair of Industry Innovation and Science Australia (IISA). Her experience spans superannuation, innovation policy, and public leadership, making her a powerful voice for anyone focused on capital, governance, and long-term growth. The Room Is Getting Stronger: The Countdown Is On! Sydney is preparing to welcome one of Australia’s foremost governance and investment leaders, Linda Scott, as a Keynote Speaker at #CapTech2026 Australia. For businesses and funds, that perspective is especially relevant in a room designed around investment, growth, and strategic relationships. Her keynote will bring insight that is practical, informed, and directly connected to the decisions that shape opportunity. A Leader Trusted Across Australia’s Most Influential Institutions Linda Scott’s leadership extends across Australia’s financial, public and innovation sectors. Her current portfolio includes: Her experience sits at the intersection of capital, governance, innovation and national economic development. Why Does Her Presence Matter? Today’s investment landscape is changing rapidly. Institutional capital, innovation policy and sustainable governance are reshaping how businesses attract investment and create long-term value. Linda Scott offers insights drawn from decades of leadership across Australia’s largest institutions, helping organizations understand what investors, boards and policymakers are looking for in the next generation of growth businesses. A Rare Opportunity For Businesses Raising Capital CapTech2026 Australia will bring together business leaders, investors, policymakers, and capital allocators across a curated environment built for meaningful conversations and commercial outcomes. If you’re: …then #CapTech2026 Australia provides an opportunity to learn from and connect with leaders shaping capital allocation and governance in Australia. Because raising capital isn’t just about finding investors; it’s about earning confidence. Let’s all gather #CapTech2026 Australia…. Sydney | 24 – 25 September 2026 Thursday, 24 September 2026 Friday, 25 September 2026 Brisbane | 28 September 2026  Sight Seeing & Social Activities Join us in Sydney to hear from Linda Scott and connect with the right capital conversations. If your company or fund is actively seeking capital, strategic investors or long-term growth opportunities, this is where the conversation begins. Limited Seats. Exceptional Access. info@sipbn.com.au Follow & Subscribe to stay ahead of what’s next.

One of the largest emerging opportunities in the economy remains significantly undercapitalised. Women are acquiring businesses, building digitally native companies and inheriting wealth at unprecedented levels. Yet the financial products supporting business ownership, investment and wealth creation have not evolved at the same pace. F5 Collective is creating what comes next. The capital innovation company is developing solutions for women building, acquiring and growing businesses, including; investment funds, business lending and acquisition finance. F5 Collective’s work is focused on three structural shifts reshaping the economy. The Rise of the Acquisition Entrepreneur Australia is approaching one of the largest business succession periods in its history. This is creating opportunities for a new generation of women to acquire, modernise and grow established businesses. The Growth of Digitally Native and Creator-Led Businesses Women are transforming communities, content and creativity into highly scalable companies. Traditional financial models were not designed to assess or support them. The Great Wealth Transfer Unprecedented levels of wealth are moving into the hands of women and the next generation, creating demand for new approaches to capital, investment and wealth creation. F5 Collective is Already in Market Since inception, the team has co-authored California Senate Bill SB 54, landmark legislation introducing diversity reporting requirements across the world’s largest venture capital market. It has deployed its inaugural investment fund and achieved a successful portfolio exit. Meet F5 Collective at #CapTech F5 Collective joins #Captech this year as a Major Sponsor. Attendees will have the opportunity to meet the F5 Collective team and hear directly from those working to expand the capital available to women-led businesses, acquisition entrepreneurs and the next generation of wealth holders. This is a high-level conversation for investors, financial institutions, business leaders and innovators seeking insight into the markets and financial products shaping the future of capital. The investors who will look back on this moment got in early. Register now. Register for #CapTech2026 Australia: Buy Tickets Learn more about F5 Collective: Investors – F5 Collective Contact F5 Collective: investors@f5collective.com Register Now for #CapTech2026 Australia Continue the conversation at #CapTech2026 Australia this September across Sydney and Brisbane. Follow & Subscribe to stay ahead of what’s next.