12th Australian Government Data Summit
Location: National Convention Centre Canberra
Date: 21 - 23 April 2026
1Spatial is proud to be attending and sponsoring the 2026 event, supporting the conversations and innovation driving the next chapter of government data transformation.
This is your chance to connect, learn, and collaborate with more than 800 senior government decision‑makers who are shaping the future of data across Australia — alongside industry leaders driving innovation in insights, research, and emerging technologies.
The 2026 program focuses on the most pressing opportunities and challenges influencing government data strategy today, with key themes including:
- Data Governance & Interoperability: Build consistency and enable seamless cross‑agency collaboration
- Ethical & Effective AI Implementation: Embed responsible and scalable AI in public sector operations
- Privacy, Cyber Protection & Trust: Safeguard citizen data while enabling innovation
- Digital Infrastructure & Cloud Scalability: Develop the architecture needed for modern government services
- Cultural & Organisational Change: Strengthen data literacy, leadership, and capability at every level
This premier event brings together Chief Data Officers, Chief Data & Analytics Officers, and senior data leaders to address the unique challenges and opportunities in advancing public sector data maturity. Your role is central to shaping how your organisation harnesses data to improve decision‑making, enhance service delivery, and build public confidence.