As part of the DIF2023 Festival, the Digital Summit will bring together digital leaders from Victoria and beyond to celebrate, learn and shape our digital landscape over the next decade.

As the feature event of the Regional DIF2023 program, the Digital Summit is presented by Regional Development Australia Loddon Mallee, Regional Development Victoria, Public Sector Network and Delos Delta.

By providing an opportunity to showcase digital and innovation advancements within the Loddon Mallee region, the Digital Summit will catalyse future initiatives and investments in digital infrastructure, skills development and capabilities. Learn from thought leaders as they explore leading digital case studies, network with 300+ peers from federal, state and local government and hear from leading solutions providers as they explore key technologies to improve citizen services.

Ultimately, the Digital Summit will culminate with the presentation of a Policy Paper designed to drive policy and action for the future of digital and innovative regions.

✓ Early Bird ticket sales end Friday 4 August. Secure your tickets today!

✓ Find out more about the Digital Summit on the DIF Hub.

Keynote Speaker Highlight

Victor Dominello is a former senior NSW Government Minister. In July 2022, he was recognised by The Australian newspaper as one of the country’s top 100 innovators. In 2019, Victor was appointed the world’s first Customer Service Minister. His presentation, Driving National Transformation Through Policy and Reform, will explore the theme of Digital Leadership and coordinating beneficial partnerships.

Other Speakers include:

Lisa Chesters MP, Federal Member for Bendigo

Hon. Maree Edwards MP

Kathryn Arndt, CEO, Victorian Local Governance Association

Carys Evans, Director, Digital Twins Victoria

Leonie Burrows, Chair, Regional Development Australia Loddon Mallee

Leanne Rosewall, Regional Director Loddon Mallee, Regional Development Victoria

Dr Adam Mowlam, Head of the Smart City Office at the City of Greater Geelong

Learn more about the Digital Summit.