Western Australia Government Industry Engagement Briefing: What’s Next for Digital and AI in WA

Join Jonas Petersen, Chief Digital Officer, Office of Digital Government, Department of Premier and Cabinet (Western Australia) for an industry-focused briefing on strategic direction for digital transformation in the WA Government, and what it means for suppliers and delivery partners supporting WA Government’s digital agenda. Jonas will share perspectives on emerging priorities and how government intends to collaborate to deliver on strategic aims.

What you’ll hear about:

• How collaboration with industry will support delivery of the strategy’s aims
• The role of State Digital Assets and why prioritising and investing in them matters
• Creating more consistent and efficient front-end service delivery
• Improving the overall back-end operation of government
• How digital reform can lift government productivity and help ease fiscal pressure over time
• Live Q&A: submit questions on registration and ask them during the session

Speakers:

• Jonas Petersen, Chief Digital Officer, Office of Digital Government, Department of Premier and Cabinet (Western Australia)
  Jonas has a background in public sector digital strategy, transformation and innovation, he helps lead work that supports and coordinates digital transformation across the WA public sector
• Ross Ashman, Co-Founder & CEO, Public Sector Network.
  Since co-founding PSN in 2014, he has helped grow the organisation into a global community for public sector leaders, connecting government professionals through insights, case studies, events and year-round learning.

Get your brand in front of the right audience
If Western Australia is a priority market for your organisation, Government Innovation Week Western Australia 2026 is a strong opportunity to build visibility with senior public sector leaders across digital, cyber security, AI and service delivery.

Taking place in Perth from 25 –27 August 2026, the week brings together four focused events:

• Government Innovation Showcase | 25 Aug

• Government Cyber Security Showcase | 25 Aug

• Digital Leadership Day | 26 Aug
• Local Government Focus Day | 27 Aug

For sponsors and exhibitors, it is a valuable platform to showcase capability, start meaningful conversations, and position your brand alongside the priorities shaping Western Australia's Government.