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Government Cyber Security Showcase South Australia

Turning Strategy into Real-World Cyber Resilience for South Australia

10 Jun 2026 Adelaide Oval, Adelaide

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Event Overview

South Australian government agencies are shifting from designing roadmaps to delivering visible, measurable uplift. As the state progresses toward Government 3.0—a more connected, data-driven and citizen-centred model of public service—cyber resilience is becoming a core operational priority. Following the release of South Australia’s Cyber Security Strategy, agencies are embedding security into everyday operations, from ageing core systems and statewide platforms to new AI-enabled services, ensuring commitments around critical infrastructure, telco resilience, data protection and citizen trust translate into real-world outcomes for South Australians.

The Government Cyber Security Showcase South Australia on 10 June 2026 will bring together senior leaders to examine how policy, investment and collaboration are reshaping the state’s cyber posture. Discussions will highlight the human and community dimension of security – how openness, transparency and citizen-first approaches to data protection are vital to rebuilding trust after outages, breaches and service disruptions.

This year’s showcase is designed to help delegates:

Explore the implementation of the SA Cyber Security Strategy and whole-of-government platforms.
Understand new risks to legacy environments, cloud and hybrid systems as mainframe and back-office modernisation gathers pace.
Learn how SA agencies and the Office for AI are using artificial intelligence both as a defensive capability and a transformation tool without compromising security or ethics.

Designed for cybersecurity professionals, solution providers, and decision-makers, this event offers a unique platform to drive meaningful progress in securing South Australia’s digital government ecosystem

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Who will be there?

Gain insights into leadership in cybersecurity, exploring advanced solutions in Information Security, Cyber Defence, and securing public sector operations.

Increase the maturity of your cyber threat intelligence capability to improve risk-informed decision making around threats to government systems
Progress the ability to prevent and prepare for, as well as respond to and recover from, cyber security incidents including insider threats, through capability and capacity uplift across people, process, and technology
Enhance your security posture through increased monitoring and incident response capabilities to protect government data

Progress the ability to prevent and prepare for, as well as respond to and recover from, cyber security incidents including insider threats, through capability and capacity uplift across people, processes and technology
Bolster security operational capability for the whole of government services and establish a strong risk-based approach to the security risk management of vendors and the government's supply chain.
Activate widespread agency adoption of contemporary network security approaches, including zero-trust network principles for government systems and applications.

Information Management and Privacy Leaders

Foster cyber talent and support the hiring of trainees and graduates in cyber security and related fields
Activate collaboration, engagement and a common vision for cyber security across industry, academia, education, and government
Drive a culture of cyber security through education and awareness to enhance protection and resilience

2026 Featured Speakers

Michael Billett

Deputy Director, Cyber Threat Intelligence and Incident Management, Office of the Chief Information Officer, Department of Treasury and Finance SA

Sarah Mason

Deputy Director, Cyber Strategy, Policy and Engagement, Office of the Chief Information Officer, Department of Treasury and Finance

Alastair McDonald

Director, Strategy and Architecture, Digital Health SA, Department for Health and Wellbeing

Miranda Shaw

Executive Specialist Cyber Assurance and Engagement, Australian Securities and Investments Commission

Scott Julian

SA Lead, Cyber Security Engagement, National Office of Cyber Security

Peter Meere

Director, Office for Artificial Intelligence, Department of Treasury and Finance

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Why attend?

Actionable insights

Gain valuable insights from keynotes, case studies, and expert panels. Leave with actionable strategies and knowledge to apply directly to your agency’s cybersecurity journey.

Fostering Collaboration

Participate in interactive sessions designed to foster collaboration across agencies. Work together on shared challenges, learn best practices, and explore solutions that drive collective impact.

Unmatched Networking

Meet and connect with fellow government leaders, innovators, and industry experts. Build relationships and grow your professional network with peers dedicated to advancing and protecting public service.

What your peers had to say

This event I attended today was fabulous. Please organise similar events for collaboration and sharing knowledge. Thank you

SA Health

The showcase was fantastic with engaging presentations, useful round table sessions discussing real scenarios, and a good turnout of relevant exhibitors.

Australian Taxation Office

A great Cyber Showcase hosted by the Public Sector Network at the Adelaide Convention Centre. An informative collaborative event, well run, with a excellent networking opportunity. Well done

Tafe SA

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Becoming a partner at the Government Cyber Security Showcase South Australia offers unique opportunities to connect with decision-makers, showcase innovative solutions, and align with transformative public sector goals. As a partner, you’ll have access to influential government leaders, providing a valuable platform to demonstrate your expertise and contribute to critical conversations on public sector modernisation.

With a focus on South Australia's specific needs, partnership enables you to collaborate directly with key players, co-develop solutions for the state’s challenges, and reinforce your commitment to advancing government services in impactful ways.

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Rewind: Moments from 2025

South Australia’s Cyber Security Strategy: From Threat Awareness to Resilience

At the 2025 Cyber Security Showcase South Australia, leaders from across government, law enforcement, and industry came together to address the growing scale and complexity of cyber threats. From AI-powered scams to attacks on critical infrastructure, it’s clear that cybersecurity is now a core pillar of national security, public trust, and economic stability.

Key themes included the need to uplift workforce capability, modernise frameworks like Zero Trust and the Essential Eight, and strengthen AI governance. The Hon. Stephen Mullighan MP underscored the state’s commitment to innovation, backed by over $200 million in digital investment.

With collaboration across sectors and a focus on capability-building, South Australia is laying the foundation for a resilient, secure digital future. This article explores the key insights and actions shaping that journey.

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