The most anticipated event and premier gathering of data leaders in Australia
21 - 23 April 2026 | National Convention Centre Canberra
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The most established and longest running Australian government data event!
Now in its 12th year, Akolade’s Aus Gov Data Summit 2026 is the premier gathering for senior data, technology, and policy leaders across the Australian Public Service.
This summit provides a collaborative platform to equip you with actionable strategies for strengthening and scaling data capabilities, enhancing cross-departmental data sharing and governance, and ensuring data quality and maturity support regulatory compliance and operational excellence.
What to expect in 2026:
Insights from industry leaders: Hear from notable local and international speakers as they explore how data is reshaping government policy, service delivery, and citizen engagement
Five dedicated streams that will cover: Data Infrastructure, Analytics & Intelligence, Data Strategy & Culture, and Privacy, Compliance & Cybersecurity
30+ actionable strategies and government applications covering: data-driven projects across government, innovative implementation and scalability strategies and real-world experiences and lessons
60+ solution providers under one roof: Engage with leading technology providers showcasing the latest tools and solutions designed to address public sector data challenges—from cloud platforms and AI tools to analytics and security solutions
Unmatched learning and networking opportunities: Expand your professional network, spark collaboration, and explore new ideas through dynamic networking opportunities, including: Interactive panel discussions, fireside chats with thought leaders, workshops, peer-to-peer networking sessions, networking drinks and networking dinner
2025 Speakers
Hear from 100+ experienced industry practitioners and policy makers to lead thought-provoking discussions and share actionable insights driving data innovation in APS
Who should attend:
By Job Function
C-Suite
- Chief Executive Officer
- Chief Data Officer
- Chief Information Officer
- Chief Information Security Officer
- Chief Risk Officer
- Chief Compliance Officer
Heads Of
- Data architect/governance/security
- AI (Artificial intelligence)
- Cloud
- Digital Transformation
- Machine Learning
- Information Technology
- Risk & Compliance
- ICT
Government Sectors:
Federal Government
State Government
Local Government
Universities
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Share a stage with 100+ Industry Experts
We invite you to join us and share your experience or suggest a presenter. Please get in touch with us for more information on the event and how to participate. We look forward to hearing from you!
What our clients say
“The variety of the topics and industries it covers; the level of engagement. AI is broadly applied to the work. The session of discussing CDO importance. It gathered the CDOs from different gov agencies, and it shared how the CDO functions divers in different environment.”
“This is the 2nd time I have attended the Aus Gov Data Summit and I find the insights from different speakers extremely valuable. I believe the Summit provides an important forum for agencies to discuss what is working well and opportunities for calibration.”
“Lots of speakers sharingvarious experiences from different data management areas. A lot of organisations are facing into the same problems e.g. identifying good tools for tackling data governance.”
“The Aus Government data summit was an excellent event where the participants including myself were able to freely and collaboratively share our views on the effective use of data in government services, talk technology, build knowledge and connect with like-minded individuals and group”
Manager
Machine Learning and Evaluation Austrade
Manager - Data Office
Australian Retirement Trust
Assistant Director Strategic Analytics
Australian Financial Security Authority
“I really enjoyed speaking at the Australian Government Data Summit, and found that not only did I get a supportive and engaged audience, but that the engagement didn’t stop when my speaking slot was over. Many of the attendees
approached me afterward and the conversations continued, with some very insightful discussions”.
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