Tas Tech Fest 2025

Tas Tech Fest 2025, organised by TasICT, was held on Wednesday 26 March 2025 at Wrest Point Function Centre in Hobart, from 8:00 AM to 6:30 PM. The full-day conference brought together technology professionals, industry leaders, government representatives, innovators, and members of Tasmania's ICT community to explore emerging technologies and industry developments.

Under the theme Celebrating Tassie Tech, the event highlighted technological innovation, industry development, workforce opportunities, and the role of emerging technologies in Tasmania's future. The program included keynote presentations, two concurrent speaking streams, a technology exhibition, and networking activities.

A major highlight was the opening keynote featuring Cameron Adams, co-founder of Canva, and Lisa Miller, founder of the environmental technology startup Wedgetail. Their participation highlighted the connections between Australian technology businesses, environmental innovation, and Tasmania's growing technology sector.

The conference also included the Tasmanian Government ICT Industry Summit, providing insights into government technology priorities and future directions. Other presentations covered technology industry development, workforce development, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, and emerging technology trends.

Throughout the day, the Tech Expo provided opportunities for attendees to engage with technology companies, explore innovative products and services, and exchange ideas with industry representatives. Networking activities, including morning tea, lunch, and an end-of-day gathering, encouraged professional connections across Tasmania's ICT community.

For UTAS ICT students, Tas Tech Fest 2025 offered an opportunity to learn about developments in Tasmania's technology industry, engage with industry professionals, and explore potential career pathways. The event also highlighted the importance of professional networking, industry engagement, and understanding how emerging technologies are applied in real-world business and government environments.