Tech in Gov 2026

Overview

Tech in Gov 2026 is Australia’s leading conference and exhibition dedicated to digital transformation across the public sector. Taking place in Canberra, the event brings together government executives, technology leaders, cybersecurity professionals, and solution providers to examine the technologies shaping the future of public services.

The conference serves as a meeting point for decision-makers responsible for modernizing government operations, while also providing valuable insights for professionals working in architecture, urban planning, and infrastructure projects where digital systems increasingly influence the design and management of public assets.

Focus

Tech in Gov 2026 explores the technologies transforming government services through seven conference tracks covering artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, cloud infrastructure, quantum technology, service delivery, data analytics, and critical infrastructure.

More than 150 speakers from government agencies, research institutions, and the private sector will discuss practical case studies and emerging policies. Alongside the conference, over 150 exhibitors will showcase digital solutions designed to improve operational efficiency, resilience, and citizen services.

The event also highlights the growing relationship between digital innovation and design, demonstrating how technology is becoming an essential component of planning smarter public environments.

Highlights

Visitors can attend keynote presentations, technical sessions, interactive panel discussions, networking events, and a comprehensive exhibition featuring Australia’s leading technology providers. The event is expected to attract approximately 3,000 attendees, including more than 1,600 government decision-makers.

Topics range from AI implementation and cyber resilience to digital identity, cloud migration, critical infrastructure protection, and data-driven decision-making. These discussions increasingly intersect with interior design and workplace planning as government buildings continue adopting intelligent technologies and flexible work environments.

Audience

Tech in Gov is intended for federal, state, and local government employees, chief information officers, chief technology officers, cybersecurity specialists, digital transformation leaders, ICT managers, infrastructure professionals, consultants, and approved technology partners.

The event provides an opportunity for government organizations to evaluate emerging technologies while allowing solution providers to connect directly with public sector decision-makers responsible for future digital investment.

Event Details

✦ ArchUp Editorial Insight

Although Tech in Gov is positioned primarily as an information technology conference, its influence extends well beyond government ICT. The rapid integration of artificial intelligence, digital twins, cloud infrastructure, and advanced analytics is reshaping how public buildings, civic infrastructure, and urban environments are planned, managed, and maintained.

For architects and designers, the event illustrates an important industry shift: digital infrastructure is becoming as significant as physical infrastructure. Future public projects will increasingly depend on intelligent building systems, real-time operational data, and integrated digital platforms that improve efficiency throughout a building’s lifecycle.

Rather than presenting technology as an isolated discipline, Tech in Gov demonstrates how collaboration between government agencies, technology companies, and built environment professionals is driving smarter, more resilient cities. As governments accelerate digital transformation, architects will play a growing role in designing spaces capable of supporting both physical and digital public services simultaneously.