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What’s In Store for 2024
The newly developed Data and Digital Government Strategy will serve as
a blueprint for the use and management of data and digital technologies
through 2030. By aligning the Australian Public Service’s data and digital agenda for the first time, the Strategy will support more joined-up delivery across the Government.
The vision is simple, secure, and connected public services, for all people and businesses, delivered through world-class data and digital capabilities.
With this in mind, the 9th Annual Innovate Australia Showcase will bring together 300+ federal government leaders and influencers to converge, decipher, and navigate how to best deliver this vision by 2030. We will be sense-checking critical tools, technologies, and requirements to underpin the next frontier of public service progression, and collectively unveil powerful next steps in accelerating digital and data capabilities within APS.

As a B Corp-certified organisation, Public Sector Network (PSN) is dedicated to creating positive change within our communities.
This May, we joined White Ribbon to recognise and support Domestic Violence Awareness and Prevention Month.
Help us support a crucial cause. Here’s how?
Register & Support: For every registration, PSN pledges to donate $5 to White Ribbon, aiding their efforts to combat domestic violence and advocate for gender equality.
Attend & Amplify: Show up in person, and PSN will donate an additional $5 on your behalf.
Your presence not only inspires innovation but also amplifies our support for White Ribbon.
By registering and attending our Innovate Australia Showcase this May 29th, you’re doubling your impact and supporting a crucial cause.
Together, we can make a difference.
Check Out the 2023 Highlights
Explore Last Year’s Content

Let’s Talk: Investing in Data & Digital with Chris Fechner

Let’s Talk: Meeting Changing Citizen Expectations with Fay Flevaras
Deep Dive Into Three Dedicated Streams
People & Change
Pathfinders
The People and Change stream will focus on wellbeing, strategic workforce planning and increased employee engagement.
Digital & CX
Pioneers
The Digital and CX stream explores the next frontier of citizen services – CX and digital services that inspire true public trust and engagement.
Data-Driven Technology & Transformation Trendsetters
The Data and Technology stream pinpoints how to utilise critical insights to advance capabilities across all service delivery and operational priorities.
2024 Speaker Panel

Dr. Rachel Bacon,
Deputy Commissioner, Integrity, Reform and Enabling Services,
Australian Public Service Commission

Chris Fechner,
Chief Executive Officer,
Digital Transformation Agency

David Hazlehurst,
CEO,
Services Australia

Carly Kind,
Privacy Commissioner,
Office of the Australian Information Commissioner

Anthony Murfett,
Head of Division, Technology and Digital,
Department of Industry, Science and Resources

Damon Rees,
Co-Founder, ServiceGen

John Shepherd,
First Assistant Secretary, Digital ID and Data Policy Division,
Department of Finance

Stela Solar,
Director, National Artificial Intelligence Centre,
CSIRO

Zoe Hawkins,
Head of Policy Design, ANU Tech Policy Design Centre

Alison Rose,
Chief of Division, Space,
Geoscience Australia

Mark Williams,
Senior Client Partner, Federal Government Lead,
Publicis Sapient

Ramah Sakul,
Head of Government Affairs Australia New Zealand and Korea, Government Affairs, SAP Australia

Perry Singh, President, Government and Defence,
Toll Group

Nick Kwiatkowski, Industry Business Architect,
SAP

Andrew Powell, ERP Lead APJ,
Amazon Web Services

Harmees Singh Gill, Partner, Public Sector ERP Leader, IBM

Rai Fergusson,
Chief Digital and Data Officer,
Infrastructure Australia

Justine Hall,
General Manager, Customer
Experience,
IP Australia

Ryan Mavin, Executive Branch Manager,
Australian Digital Health Agency

Rebecca Ostergaard, Chief Digital Officer,
CSIRO

Adam Shain,
First Assistant Secretary, Digital
Solutions/Chief Digital Officer, Department of
Employment and Workplace Relations

Adele Marshall, Service Design and User
Research Lead, Department of Health and
Aged Care

Tim Morris, Sales Director, Federal and NSW Government, OpenText

Kal Marshall. Regional Vice President for Public Sector, APJ,
Appian

Fawad Abro, Assistant Commissioner, Enterprise
Data and Analytics, ATO

Dr Rina Bruinsma, Head of Government,
Australian Red Cross

Michael Burn,
Chief Information Officer,
Australian Institute of Aboriginal and Torres
Strait Islander Studies

Lisa Bush,
Branch Head, National Location
Information, Geoscience Australia

Greg Cassis,
Chief Information Officer &
Program Director, Service Modernisation,
Australian Financial Security Authority

Tania Churchill,
Chief Data & Analytics Officer,
Australian Criminal Intelligence Commission

Michael Hopkins, CEO and Commissioner,
National Transport

Kathryn King,
Chief Information Officer,
eSafety
Commission

Ian Opperman,
Co-founder, ServiceGen

Thomas Ryan,
First Assistant Commissioner,
Organisation Development, Australian Electoral
Commission

Kylie McKenzie,
Consulting Director
Fujitsu Australia

Tish Karunarathna, Executive Director, R/GA Public Practice,
RGA

Matt Wilkinson, ANZ GM Business Transformation,
SAP Signavio

Melanie Morrisey,
Managing Director – Business Performance Improvement Lead,
Protiviti Australia

Rachael McMahon,
Chief People Officer,
National Indigenous Australians Agency

Miranda Lauman,
First Assistant Secretary
Workforce Australia for Business Division,
Department of Employment and Workplace
Relations

Daniela Schlesier,
Assistant Commissioner, Professions and Pathways Group,
Australian Public Service Commission

Catherine McLachlan,
Assistant Secretary,
People Strategy and Engagement,
Department
of Home Affairs

Jody Riley,
Chief People Officer,
Commonwealth Treasury
What Your Peers Had To Say

“A great way to gain insight into innovative practices and learn from senior leaders in the public and private sectors.”




“I enjoyed the opportunity to get together in person and hear from leaders on what the key directions are in government currently.”




“A thought provoking day to consider options and working together with other agencies to achieve real results.”
Discussing the Most Current Topics
#Transformation
#Data & Analytics
#Innovation
#Technology
#People & Change
#Citizen Service
#Digital & CX
#NextPhase
50 + Inspiring Speakers
Hear from and network with the industry’s most senior federal government decision makers in data, digital, ICT, and people strategies that are pioneering the advancement of the Australian innovation agenda.
A Chance to Get Out of the Office
Join 300+ of your peers set to come through the doors of the showcase. Kick up your heels and strike up a conversation – who knows where it may take you?
An Immersive Show Floor
The exhibition floor will showcase bleeding edge technology providers that provide solutions for your most pressing challenges. Pop down in the networking breaks and explore the expo.
Registration
LIVE PRESENTATIONS
Hear from public sector leaders about the latest trends and explore how to instantly apply these insights and gain unique perspectives
NETWORKING
An opportunity to engage with your peers from across the state in dedicated networking sessions, interactive roundtable discussions and meal breaks
TECHNOLOGY SOLUTIONS
Hear from leading solutions providers in the government space as they explore key technologies to improve citizen services
ON-DEMAND
Receive on-demand access to session content on the complimentary Public Sector Network social learning platform
Location
National Convention Centre Canberra
The National Convention Centre Canberra (NCCC) is the capital’s largest, purpose-built conference, meeting and events venue. Offering 15 flexible spaces over two floors, we’re unrivalled in facilities, size and scope. With an abundance of natural sunlight, pillarless space, onsite car parking facilities and a central location, the NCCC is a business events venue leader, in the heart of the nation’s capital.
“It was valuable in that it provided a good update on all the innovation issues, and reflected on the speed at which the APS can provide services and needs to keep on journey of continuous improvement and data transformation.”
Australian Taxation Office
Exclusive Strategic Event Partner


SAP
SAP solutions offer the broadest suite of integrated, modular enterprise software capabilities to help you optimise your end-to-end processes. Learn More
Business & Digital Transformation, Business Intelligence, Change Management, Compliance, Data Science & Artificial Intelligence Services, Enterprise Software , Financial Management, Procurement, Regulatory, Risk
Enterprise
2024 Event Partners


Publicis Sapient
For more than 30 years, we’ve helped some of the world’s biggest organizations build a competitive advantage through digital. Learn More
Business & Digital Transformation, Consulting, Data Science & Artificial Intelligence Services, Digital Government & CX, Engineering
Enterprise
Cloud & Computing, Management Consulting, Professional Services, Project Management, Technology Cloud Consulting
Enterprise


Sitecore
Sitecore is the global leader in experience management software that enables context marketing / contextual communication. The Sitecore® Experience Platform™ manages content, supplies contextual intelligence, automates communications, and enables personalised commerce, at scale. It empowers digital marketers to deliver content… Learn More
Digital Government & CX, E-Commerce, Marketing and Advertising
Enterprise


Oracle
We’re a cloud technology company that provides public sector agencies with computing infrastructure, analytics and cloud services to help innovate and unlock efficiencies. Learn More
Cloud & Computing, Cybersecurity, Data Management, Information Technology & Services, Infrastructure Management
Enterprise


HireVue
At HireVue, we’re putting the human back into human resources with Human Potential Intelligence. Learn More
Automation, Data Science & Artificial Intelligence Services, Enterprise Software , Human Resources/Personnel, Information Technology & Services
Enterprise


Tungsten Automation (previously Kofax)
AI-powered Intelligent Automation empower digital transformation and citizen services Learn More
Automation, Business & Digital Transformation, Digital Signatures, Low code/No code, Printing, Software
Enterprise, Medium


Appian
Appian accelerates your business by designing, automating and optimising critical processes, from start to finish. Learn More
AI/ML, Automation, Business & Digital Transformation, Digital Government & CX, Low code/No code
Enterprise, Medium
Enterprise & IT Solution Architecture, Human Resources/Personnel, Information Technology & Services, Software, Staffing and Recruiting
Enterprise, Medium


Fujitsu Australia and New Zealand
Building new possibilities by connecting people, technology and ideas, creating a more sustainable world where anyone can advance their dreams. Learn More
Information Technology & Services
Enterprise


OpenText
Helping you tackle the most complex digital transformation programs with confidence Learn More
Automation, Cloud & Computing, Data Management, Enterprise Software , Information Management System
Enterprise
Agile, Change Management, Innovation, Management Consulting, Operational Management, Professional Training & Coaching, Project Management, Software Development, Strategic Planning, Training & Education
Enterprise
Agile, Business & Digital Transformation, Change Management, Coaching, Consulting, Devops, Digital learning, Information Technology & Services, Professional Training & Coaching, Training & Education
Medium
Critical Event Management, Data Centres, Data Management, Data Privacy & Governance
Enterprise, Medium


Pega
Pega is a powerful enterprise platform that unlocks business-transforming outcomes with real-time optimisation. Learn More
Automation, Low code/No code, Software Development
Enterprise


Avanade
Avanade is the leading provider of innovative digital, cloud and advisory services, industry solutions and design-led experiences across the Microsoft ecosystem. Learn More
AI/ML, Business & Digital Transformation, Cloud & Computing, Cybersecurity, Digital Government & CX
Enterprise, Medium
Business & Digital Transformation, Information Technology & Services, Managed Services, Recruitment, Software Development
Enterprise, Medium


WithYouWithMe
WithYouWithMe is a social impact company that believes technology holds the key to solving underemployment. Learn More
Business & Digital Transformation, Digital Government & CX, Recruitment, Staffing and Recruiting
Social Enterprise
Cybersecurity, Data Science & Artificial Intelligence Services, Enterprise Software , Information Technology & Services, Innovation
Enterprise
Information Technology & Services
Enterprise
Business & Digital Transformation, Consulting, Engineering, Professional Services
Enterprise
Application Management, Cloud & Computing, Data Management, Devops, Operational Management
Enterprise, Medium, PSN Advisor


R/GA Australia
We help public sector and impact driven organisations make a difference in the lives of Australians. Learn More
Branding, Creative & Digital Services, Business & Digital Transformation, Data Science & Artificial Intelligence Services, Digital Government & CX, Software Development
Medium

