Gold Sponsors

Hewlett Packard Enterprise (NYSE: HPE) is a global technology leader focused on developing intelligent solutions that allow customers to capture, analyze, and act upon data seamlessly. The company innovates across networking, hybrid cloud, and AI to help customers develop new business models, engage in new ways, and increase operational performance. For more information, visit: www.hpe.com.

Sophos defends your organization from inevitable cyberattacks with innovative, adaptive defenses and deep security expertise. Our extensive portfolio of managed security services, comprehensive endpoint, network, email, and cloud security solutions, and industry-leading threat intelligence from Sophos X-Ops all work together and adapt to defend through the Sophos Central platform. Our AI-driven platform is embedded in the security operations of hundreds of thousands of organizations globally to identify risk, automate threat defense, and stop cyberattacks. Sophos provides 24/7 cybersecurity services to organizations needing fully managed solutions or a partner that can augment their in-house teams.

Welcome Sponsor

Extreme Networks delivers AI-native cloud networking solutions that simplify and secure networks for organisations facing extreme demands. Tens of thousands of customers, including government agencies, healthcare providers, manufacturers, retailers, schools and major enterprises worldwide, trust Extreme to ensure seamless connectivity. Our solutions optimize existing investments and proactively address security threats.
Extreme's portfolio includes intelligent cloud management, security, and analytics capabilities that run across cloud and on-prem environments. With a customer-ﬁrst commitment, we drive value, innovation, growth, and peace of mind, empowering our customers to tackle any challenge.

Dinner Sponsor

Founded in Melbourne over 20 years ago, Nitro is a trusted alternative to complex, costly PDF and eSign solutions. Our mission is to simplify how people work with documents - making workflows smarter, faster, and more secure. Today, we support over 67% of the Fortune 500 and continue to grow across government and enterprise sectors. Nitro helps agencies reduce costs, improve compliance, and enhance digital service delivery with intuitive, scalable tools. We're committed to empowering public sector teams to work more efficiently and focus on delivering value to their communities.

Coffee Sponsor

We are Architects of Change™. We help organisations succeed in a digital-first world. At Logicalis, we harness our collective technology expertise to help our clients build a blueprint for success, so they can deliver sustainable outcomes that matter. Our lifecycle services across cloud, connectivity,
collaboration, and security are designed to help optimise operations, reduce risk and empower employees. As a global technology service provider, we deliver next-generation digital managed services, to provide our clients with real-time visibility and actionable insights across the performance of their digital ecosystem including reliability, user experience, security, economic performance, and sustainability. Our 7000+ ‘Architects of Change’ are based in 30 territories around the globe, helping our 10,000+ clients across a range of industry sectors, create sustainable outcomes through technology. For over 15 years, Logicalis has been a trusted partner to NSW Local Government, delivering successful IT strategies, reliable networks, end point management, cybersecurity, and hybrid cloud solutions—with a strong track record and a long list of satisfied clients ready to share their success stories

After Dinner Sponsor

Ethan Indigenous, a certified Indigenous business under the Supply Nation program, is a catalyst for change in Indigenous communities across Australia. We aim to bridge the digital divide by providing laptops to Indigenous students, enhancing their technology literacy, online collaboration, and research skills. Our mission is to equip Indigenous youth with the necessary IT tools and skills for a prosperous future, encouraging school engagement and completion of secondary education. We believe in creating a brighter future for Indigenous youth through technology.

Ethan Indigenous offers a broad range of ICT Services which includes Technology Procurement, Professional Services (including Cyber) and Managed Services and Hybrid Cloud. Ethan Indigenous is highly suited to deliver value to Local Government whilst driving our Social Programs which help bridge the ‘digital divide’.

Silver Sponsor

ASUS is a global technology leader delivering experiences that enhance the lives of people everywhere. World renowned for continuously reimagining today’s technologies for tomorrow, our ‘in search of incredible’ philosophy drives us to provide innovative and sustainable devices to elevate outcomes across Enterprise, SMB, Government and Education. With over 14,500 employees, we are home to industry-leading experts who are encouraged to pursue their passion to deliver the future of technology. We’ve been ranked as one of Fortune’s World’s Most Admired Companies and recognised with awards from CES and Computex, as well as design accolades from iF and Red Dot.

Aten Systems, with a dedicated focus on local government, has been providing innovative technology solutions since 2010 to aid councils to simplify systems and processes and to enable smarter touchpoints for a connected community. Our solutions for mobile enabled citizen self-service platform, a single view of customer, a corporate meeting management framework and complete o/s agnostic mobile enabled asset maintenance and works management framework, are designed to complete the citizen engagement lifecycle. Our mission is to create a partnership with our clients for sustainable delivery of core business services and for enablement of a citizen-focused council.

Atturra (ASX: ATA) is one of Australia's leading advisory and IT solutions providers, focused on providing end-to-end digital and business transformation services to its clients. Headquartered in Sydney, Atturra has offices across the rest of Australia, New Zealand, Singapore, Hong Kong and the United States. With over 1200 people, Atturra helps both public and private sectors adapt and grow.

CentrePal is built for local government to simplify citizen engagement through Microsoft Teams. Developed in Melbourne and Microsoft-certified, it brings contact centre and omnichannel capabilities into Microsoft Teams - the tool councils already use - streamlining enquiries, improving service delivery, and cutting complexity. Councils like Tablelands, Yorke Peninsula, Colac Otway, Coffs Harbour, and many more rely on CentrePal to stay connected and responsive to their communities.

Cloud Context is committed to helping customers solve IT problems by leveraging the latest technologies and platforms. With our expertise in Microsoft 365, Microsoft Azure, Power Apps, networking, and infrastructure solutions, we provide comprehensive solutions to address a wide range of IT challenges. Cloud Context offers services including data migration, secure access, process automation, infrastructure deployment and management, cost optimisation, and managed services, among others.

At Colourworks, we're more than just a Managed Print Service provider—we're your partner in progress, working hand in hand with local councils across regional NSW to revolutionise how they operate.

Our cutting-edge technology solutions are tailored to elevate efficiency, cybersecurity, sustainability, and community engagement. From simplifying daily tasks to slashing operational costs, we're here to empower councils to focus on what truly matters: serving their communities.

With our expert team, top-tier partnerships with Canon, Trellix, and Microsoft Azure, and unwavering commitment to client success, we're redefining what it means to thrive in the digital age.

Compnow works with local councils across Australia, in addition to supplying businesses, education institutions, and State Government departments. Our expertise in delivering technology solutions that meet the unique needs of Local Government has made us a trusted partner for councils of all sizes. Whether it's improving infrastructure, managing devices, improving constituent experiences or providing managed and secure employee choice programs - Compnow has the knowledge and resources to help councils achieve their goals and KPI’s. With a national presence and a commitment to exceptional service, Compnow is the ideal technology partner for local councils.

Crayon is a customer-centric innovation and IT services company that helps organisations build the commercial and technical foundation for a successful and secure cloud-first, digital transformation journey. With an accredited team of over 4,000 experts spanning 10 countries in Asia Pacific and over 40 countries worldwide, Crayon guides organisations of all sizes to optimise their entire IT lifecycle.

With a vendor-agnostic approach, Crayon’s goal is to empower businesses to make data-driven and cost-saving decisions while navigating the digital future. Crayon’s comprehensive suite of services encompasses planning, optimisation, management, and innovation for organisations’ IT estates. With such services Crayon helps companies to right size their IT estate for a cloud future, optimise their hybrid and multi-cloud environment, operate a secure and managed modern workplace and innovate with a scalable data platform, AI and IoT.

Built on a foundation of over 45 years’ experience, combined with world-leading vendor technologies, Data#3 is constantly evolving its solutions and services to enable its customers’ success. Leveraging solutions such as cloud, modern workplace, security, data & analytics and connectivity, combined with Data#3’s services across consulting, project services and managed services, Data#3 is delivering the digital future.

Datacom is Australasia’s largest homegrown tech company, delivering innovative, sustainable solutions to government and corporate clients. Our cloud-based Datascape suite is purpose-built for local government, helping councils streamline operations and improve services. Over 75% of councils in New Zealand currently use Datascape, and adoption in Australia is ramping up.

Founded more than 25 years, Fortinet continues to be a driving force in the evolution of cybersecurity and the convergence of networking and security. Securing people, devices, and data everywhere is our mission. To that end, our portfolio of over 60 enterprise-grade products is the largest integrated offering available across both IT & OT domains, delivering proven cybersecurity everywhere you need it. More than 755,000 customers globally trust Fortinet solutions, to defend against an ever-evolving cyber security threat landscape.

Generation-e helps local councils and government agencies embrace AI, smart technology, and secure collaboration tools to better serve their communities. We provide tailored solutions that enhance communication, streamline operations, and support hybrid work.

From smart meeting spaces and intelligent contact centers to modern telephony and cybersecurity, our AI-driven solutions improve efficiency, strengthen engagement, and drive better outcomes. With managed services and future-ready technology, we ensure seamless integration and ongoing support.

We're committed to transforming how your agency collaborates, communicates, and delivers services—creating smarter, more connected communities.

GoTo Connect is a cloud-based unified communications platform designed for businesses of all sizes. It integrates VoIP phone systems, video conferencing, messaging, and collaboration tools into a single interface. Offering features like call routing, virtual meetings, mobile access, and team messaging, GoTo Connect helps organisations streamline communication and improve productivity. With scalable plans and easy deployment, it supports remote and hybrid workforces seamlessly. Robust security and 24/7 customer support ensure reliable performance and peace of mind. GoTo Connect enables teams to connect and collaborate from anywhere, making it an efficient solution for modern business communications.

Hitech Support is an Australian owned and operated company that provides a wide range of high quality and secure ICT services. Having been in the industry for over 30 years, the business has continuously evolved with the rapidly changing technology but our focus on servicing our clients remains the same.

We invest the time with clients and never rush to offer any recommendations or solutions unless we are confident that we understand the current environment along with the desired outcomes. Applying a security best practice approach to all engagements ensures that we minimise the associated risks.

ICT Networks is a trusted network integrator and long-standing Juniper Networks partner, helping local government agencies across Australia modernise infrastructure with secure, scalable, and cost-effective solutions. With deep expertise in mission-critical environments, we're the safe set of hands public sector IT teams rely on. Powered by Juniper Mist AI, we help councils automate operations, boost visibility, and deliver exceptional user experiences – all with security and compliance built in. Whether you're upgrading your Data Centre or improving operational efficiency, we’ll help you build an intelligent, scalable network. Visit the ICT & Juniper Networks stand – let’s talk about what’s possible!

Kaon Security specialises in Information Security Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC), providing tailored cybersecurity services to protect data, manage risks, and ensure compliance. With a strong track record across government and commercial enterprises in Australia and New Zealand, Kaon takes a strategic approach to IT security, offering both programmatic improvements and tactical advice. Our experts communicate effectively at all levels, helping organisations enhance cybersecurity maturity and resilience. Get in touch today to learn how we can help strengthen your organisation’s security and reduce cyber risk.

NICE CXone Mpower automates end-to-end customer service—enabling organizations to improve customer satisfaction while boosting efficiency and reducing costs at an unprecedented scale. As the ultimate AI hyper-platform, CXone Mpower seamlessly orchestrates customer service across every touchpoint. Connect front- and back-office workflows. Optimize enterprise-wide knowledge. Increase productivity with AI agents and augmented human agents. Unlike traditional CCaaS and inflexible point-solutions, CXone Mpower provides the most comprehensive applications portfolio, an open framework for integration, and Enlighten—CX-specific AI trained on the industry’s largest labelled and validated CX dataset — for organizations to design, build and operate every element of customer service.

MyCISO is a cybersecurity management platform that simplifies governance, risk and compliance (GRC). It enables IT and security leaders to assess, manage, and improve their security posture through data-driven insights and automation.

Customers can select from one or more of the 65+ Australian and International Frameworks and track program improvements, in a single platform. World-class board-ready reports take much of the heavy lifting out of audit preparation and reporting responsibilities, giving time back to focus on what matters most to the business.

MyCISO empowers organisations to reduce risk, enhance cyber resilience, and meet compliance obligations - efficiently and with confidence.

SAF Australia is a leading provider of microwave radio networks for Local Government across regional NSW and Victoria. We take care of the complexity inherent in designing, building, and maintaining radio networks to ensure their absolute reliability. With more than twenty years experience, we operate 24x7 to look after your critical infrastructure and address any issues immediately. We take great pride in what we do – we encourage you to talk to any of our many existing customers to hear first-hand of their experience with partnering with SAF.

Please contact us or visit our website for further information

www.safaustralia.com.au.

Every day, our Clients trust us to handle their most important customer interactions.

Customer support has never been easy, however Premier’s Aussie made cloud-based contact centre solution, expertly supported by our Australian based team, will empower your customer service staff.

Premier is a group of tech innovators with one common love: helping organisations deliver the ultimate customer experience across any channel, at any time. Native integration with Microsoft Teams, Power BI and other platforms like Infor Pathway UX bring together best of breed solutions to take your CX to the next level.

Please visit our stand to discuss how we can help you, like we have for many other Councils such as City of Parramatta and Hornsby Shire Council.

Seccom Global is a leading Australian cybersecurity and networking provider, established in 2003. We deliver enterprise-grade managed security, professional services, consulting, and network services to government, mid-market and enterprise organisations. Backed by a 24x7 Security and Network Operations Centre, our solutions are designed to safeguard critical infrastructure, ensure business continuity, and mitigate evolving cyber risks. Trusted for over two decades, Seccom Global enables businesses to operate with confidence in an increasingly complex digital landscape.

S5 Technology Group is an award-winning enterprise system integrator and specialist services provider. Founded in 2000, S5 has been delivering security, network and data centre expertise and guidance to Australian businesses and government for over 2 decades.

S5 is proud to be 100% Australian owned and operates onshore, from offices in NSW and QLD. Our local presence means faster response times, a tailored, personal service, and a deep understanding of Australian business needs.

At S5, our unwavering commitment to technical excellence and exceptional client service sets us apart. Our dedication ensures our clients receive best-in-class technology and service, built on a foundation of trust, innovation and a 20-year legacy of excellence.

ThreatDefence is an Australian cyber security provider specialising in managed SIEM, SOC as a Service and Managed Detection and Response. With all data and staff based in NSW, we deliver local support and sovereign cyber security capabilities. Trusted by numerous NSW councils, ThreatDefence helps safeguard critical systems against evolving threats and ensures compliance with local regulations.

Vestone Capital is a joint venture between Macquarie Group and Mitsubishi HC Capital, with over 25 years of experience in the Australian market.

We partner with corporate entities, educational institutions, government organizations, and healthcare facilities to provide equipment leasing solutions, transitioning them to an operating expense (OPEX) model. This streamlines budget management, ensures access to up-to-date equipment, and eliminates the risks associated with asset ownership and disposal.

We can finance a broad range of ICT equipment (not limited to):

Laptops, desktops & monitors
Tablets & smartphones
Photocopiers, printers & scanners
AV equipment
Server, Storage & networking equipment
Software licenses