Experts from Charles Sturt University (CSU) in Port Macquarie will join government, industry and community leaders from across Australia for Regional Development Australia’s (RDA) Strategic Regional Leadership Conference on Friday 26 October. The conference will examine the importance of regional education provision in light of the communication revolution, which has allowed the development of a mobile and skilled workforce around the country. As a conference sponsor, CSU has made 25 tickets available for young people within the Port Macquarie region to attend. Head of CSU in Port Macquarie, Professor Ross Chambers, will chair a panel discussion on the effects of the digital revolution. The discussion will include Fairfax Media CEO Greg Hywood and AFL Commissioner Sam Mostyn. CSU in Port Macquarie Campus Director, Dr Muyesser Durur, will chair a panel discussion with regional youth and future leaders. The event is designed to inspire government, industry and community leaders to embrace change, learn from experts and create strategies to identify gaps in regional services and make the most of opportunities.