Tech in Gov conference at a glance

Your front-row seat to the future of government technology


Tech in Gov 2026 features a curated, multi-track conference designed to tackle the most pressing ICT challenges facing government today.


From national cyber security to emerging technologies like quantum and AI, the conference brings together public sector leaders and industry experts to share insights on policy, strategy and implementation across two impactful days.

What to expect?


Hear from 150 speakers representing all levels of government, explore real-world case studies, and join expert-led panels and roundtables designed for open discussion and peer learning. All stages are free to attend with your pass.

SPEAKERs

 

  • Michelle McGuinness at Tech in Gov 2026
    Michelle McGuinness
    Australia’s National Cyber Security Coordinator
    National Office of Cyber Security
    Mike Moroney at Tech in Gov 2026
    Mike Moroney
    Executive Director, Defence AI Centre
    Department of Defence
  • Tim Neal at Tech in Gov 2026
    Tim Neal
    Assistant Secretary - Commonwealth Security Policy Branch
    Department of Home Affairs
    Jade Carson at Tech in Gov 2026
    Jade Carson
    CIO
    National Gallery of Australia
  • Lorraine Finlay at Tech in Gov 2026
    Lorraine Finlay
    Human Rights Commissioner
    Australian Human Rights Commission
    Nikhil Patinge at Tech in Gov 2026
    Nikhil Patinge
    Director – Whole of Victorian Government Digital Integration Services
    Department of Government Services
  • Kate Lucas at Tech in Gov 2026
    Kate Lucas
    Chief Analytics Officer & Executive Director
    Victorian Department of Health
    Arvind Ramana at Tech in Gov 2026
    Arvind Ramana
    Director Space Programs
    Australian Space Agency
  • Andra Cimpean at Tech in Gov 2026
    Andra Cimpean
    Senior Cyber Security Specialist
    Department of the Premier and Cabinet WA
    Frank den Hartog at Tech in Gov 2026
    Frank den Hartog
    Research Chair in Critical Infrastructure
    University of Canberra
  • Dominique Barker at Tech in Gov 2026
    Dominique Barker
    Chief Information Officer
    Australian Institute of Family Studies
    David Farmer at Tech in Gov 2026
    David Farmer
    CEO
    Central Coast Council
  • Wigna Winston Fernando at Tech in Gov 2026
    Wigna Winston Fernando
    Head of Cyber Security
    City of Darebin
    Olga Vasilyeva at Tech in Gov 2026
    Olga Vasilyeva
    Director of Data Analytics
    Australian Skills Quality Authority
  • Justin Daly at Tech in Gov 2026
    Justin Daly
    Emerging Technologies Lead
    Mornington Peninsula Shire
    Tammy Braybrook at Tech in Gov 2026
    Tammy Braybrook
    Senior Director, Data Capability and Analytics
    Australian Maritime Safety Authority
  • Mike Dudarenok at Tech in Gov 2026
    Mike Dudarenok
    Chief Information and Digital Officer
    NSW Education Standards Authority
    Peter McKechnie at Tech in Gov 2026
    Peter McKechnie
    Deputy Commissioner Strategic Capability
    NSW Rural Fire Service
  • Peter John at Tech in Gov 2026
    Peter John
    Chief Information Officer
    Queanbeyan-Palerang Regional Council
    Scott Newman at Tech in Gov 2026
    Scott Newman
    Enterprise Solutions Architect
    Devonport City Council
  • Raul Villamarin Rodriguez at Tech in Gov 2026
    Raul Villamarin Rodriguez
    Vice President
    Woxsen University
    Irene Zhen at Tech in Gov 2026
    Irene Zhen
    Innovation Program Manager
    Canberra Innovation Network
  • Adam Nettheim at Tech in Gov 2026
    Adam Nettheim
    Chief Customer Officer
    Commonwealth Superannuation Corporation
    Dimitrios Salampasis at Tech in Gov 2026
    Dimitrios Salampasis
    Associate Professor, Emerging Technologies and FinTech | FinTech Capability Lead
    Swinburne University of Technology
  • Antoine Acklin at Tech in Gov 2026
    Antoine Acklin
    Chief Information Officer
    Whitehorse City Council
    Savithri Munasinghe at Tech in Gov 2026
    Savithri Munasinghe
    Senior Manager, Technology Risk and Governance
    Commonwealth Superannuation Corporation
  • Tony Hutton at Tech in Gov 2026
    Tony Hutton
    Application Manager Business Analytics and Intelligence
    NSW Health
    Rajiv Shah at Tech in Gov 2026
    Rajiv Shah
    Fellow
    Australian Strategic Policy Institute
  • Abu Barkat Ullah at Tech in Gov 2026
    Abu Barkat Ullah
    Associate Professor in Cyber Security
    University of Canberra
    Samantha Maher at Tech in Gov 2026
    Samantha Maher
    CEO
    GovTech Australia P/L
  • Brett Wilson at Tech in Gov 2026
    Brett Wilson
    Chief Information Officer
    The Royal Australasian College of Physicians
    Tasleem Ullah at Tech in Gov 2026
    Tasleem Ullah
    ICT Program Manager
    Campbelltown City Council
  • Shane Worthington at Tech in Gov 2026
    Shane Worthington
    Chief Digital Officer
    Australian Skills Quality Authority
    Amir Aridi at Tech in Gov 2026
    Amir Aridi
    Startup Community lead
    State Library Victoria
  • Mat Voller at Tech in Gov 2026
    Mat Voller
    Managing Partner
    Pinery Capital

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