Explore the science behind optimism. Aurecon's CEO Louise Adams speaks with clinical neuropsychologist Dr Kim Hazendonk about how choosing a positive mindset can help us to reshape the way we think, lead and build resilience. Find out how we can re-train our brains for optimism, despite the negativity bias all around us. 

Explore&nbsp;the science behind optimism.&nbsp;Aurecon's CEO Louise Adams speaks with clinical neuropsychologist Dr Kim&nbsp;Hazendonk&nbsp;about how choosing a positive mindset can help us to reshape the way we think,&nbsp;lead&nbsp;and build resilience.&nbsp;Find out how we can re-train our brains for optimism, despite the negativity bias all around us.&nbsp;

The Engineering Reimagined podcast explores how, like engineers, people from all walks of life are reimagining the future and their roles in it. Each month you'll hear inspiring stories from a range of guests as we reimagine how engineering can lead the world to a better future.

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Choosing optimism to build resilience

What communications skills do engineers and scientists need most right now? Recorded live at the CAETS conference, Aurecon's Lorna Bishop sits down with one of Australia's most celebrated science communicators, Tanya Ha. Together they explore how to tailor your message for different audiences, and how to leverage AI in communications without diluting personality. This episode of engineering Reimagined was recorded live at the CAETS conference. 

What communications skills&nbsp;do&nbsp;engineers and scientists need most right now?&nbsp;Recorded live at the CAETS conference, Aurecon's Lorna Bishop sits down with&nbsp;one of Australia's most celebrated science communicators, Tanya Ha. Together they explore how to tailor your message for different audiences, and how to&nbsp;leverage&nbsp;AI in communications without diluting personality.&nbsp;This episode of engineering Reimagined was recorded live at the CAETS conference.&nbsp;

Speaking STEM: how effective communication drives change

In this episode, Tanya de Hoog, Aurecon's Chief Engineering, Eminence and Innovation Officer, speaks with robotics expert and former geochemist Sue Keay about the intersection of robotics, human ingenuity, and the future of our planet. 

They discuss lessons from mining and manufacturing, where robotics has improved safety and unlocked unexpected efficiencies, and how these insights can be applied to construction.  

Tanya and Sue also emphasise the enduring value of human skills: creativity, judgment, and connection. Reminding us that rather than replacing people, robotics offers the potential to augment human capability at scale – if we choose to deploy it thoughtfully. 

This episode of Engineering Reimagined was recorded live at the 2025 CAETS conference. 

In this episode,&nbsp;Tanya de Hoog, Aurecon's Chief Engineering, Eminence and Innovation Officer, speaks with robotics expert and former geochemist Sue Keay about the intersection of robotics, human ingenuity, and the future of our planet.&nbsp;
They discuss lessons from mining and manufacturing, where robotics has improved safety and unlocked unexpected efficiencies, and how these insights can be applied to construction.&nbsp;&nbsp;
Tanya and Sue also emphasise the enduring value of human skills: creativity, judgment, and connection. Reminding us that rather than replacing people, robotics offers the potential to augment human capability at scale&nbsp;&ndash;&nbsp;if we choose to deploy it thoughtfully.&nbsp;
This episode of Engineering Reimagined was&nbsp;recorded live at the 2025 CAETS conference.&nbsp;

How robotics, AI and human ingenuity are reshaping the future of our planet

How much has changed in AI during the last two years? Aurecon’s Dave Mackenzie revisits a past conversation he had on the Engineering Reimagined podcast with Nomic CEO Andriy Mulyar. They discuss how AI adoption in complex infrastructure environments has evolved from early experimentation to practical implementation. This episode also considers how roles are changing, with engineers increasingly acting as orchestrators, and reflects on the skills and capabilities needed for future-proofing.

How much has changed in AI during the last two years? Aurecon&rsquo;s Dave Mackenzie revisits a past conversation he had on the Engineering Reimagined podcast with Nomic CEO Andriy Mulyar. They discuss how AI adoption in complex infrastructure environments has evolved from early experimentation to practical implementation. This episode also considers how roles are changing, with engineers increasingly acting as orchestrators, and reflects on the skills and capabilities needed for future-proofing.

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