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THE AGENDA
09:30 - 11: 00
Room 1
INTRODUCTION- THE EVOLVING THREAT LANDSCAPE
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11:30 - 12:00
Break
12:00 - 13:00
Room 1
PANEL DISCUSSION: RETHINKING CYBERSECURITY STRATEGY
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13:00 - 14:00
Lunch
14:00 - 15:00
Room 1
PROTECTING DATA IN A VIRTUALIZED WORLD
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Room 2
THE BASICS OF OPEN SOURCE INTELLIGENCE
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15:00 - 15:30
Break
15:30 - 16:30
Room 1
FOSTERING AWARENESS AND USER EDUCATION
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Room 2
IDENTIFYING THE INSIDER THREAT
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16:30 - 17:30
Room 1
ADVANCED THREAT DETECTION AND RESPONSE (HANDS-ON WORKSHOP)
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17:30 - 18:30
Happy Hour
SECURE YOUR KNOWLEDGE
ABOUT THE CONFERENCE
NATSIPA Te Akatea 2026 is guided by the theme Celebrating Connection, Culture and Leadership, recognising the depth, strength and brilliance of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander leadership across Australia.
Inspired by Bundjalung Country, the NATSIPA Te Akatea 2026 Conference Logo created by local Bundjalung artist Jason King captures powerful cultural symbolism that reflects the heart of this year’s gathering.
The design honours:
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Leadership that lights the way, symbolised by the rising sun
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Diverse voices and strengths, told through the story of the feather
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Cultural identity and unity, held within the gathering circle
Together, these elements reflect the enduring connections between people, culture and place.
At NATSIPA Te Akatea Conference 2026, we come together to celebrate who we are, the work we do, and the future we are shaping for First Nations communities across the nation.
Why Attend
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Be part of a national movement of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander leadership
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Connect with peers from across government sectors
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Engage in professional development, workshops and panels
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Celebrate culture, identity and community
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Experience powerful speakers and cultural moments
MEET OUR SPEAKERS
SEAN CHOOLBURRA
Master of Ceremonies
Sean Choolburra is one of Australia’s most recognised Indigenous performers and cultural ambassadors, known for his charismatic stage presence and engaging storytelling. With ancestral connections to the Gu-Gu-Yalanji, Kalkadoon, Kandju and Bwgcolman peoples, Sean draws on deep cultural knowledge, traditional dance, didgeridoo and humour to connect with audiences of all ages.
Having performed nationally and internationally and worked as an MC across major events and festivals, Sean brings energy, cultural depth and authenticity to NATSIPA 2026.
PROF. MARNEE SHAY
Speaker
Professor Marnee Shay is an Aboriginal woman from the Ngen'giwumirri language group and a nationally and internationally recognised leader in Indigenous education research.
A Professor and Deputy Head of School at The University of Queensland, her work focuses on Indigenous education, strengths-based approaches, co-design, STEM participation and education policy.
A Chief Investigator with the ARC Centre of Excellence for Indigenous Futures, Professor Shay is a highly awarded scholar whose work bridges research, policy and practice to advance Indigenous-led educational change.
PROF. PETER ANDERSON
Speaker
Professor Peter Anderson, from the Warlpiri and Murinpatha peoples of the Northern Territory, is Pro Vice-Chancellor Indigenous at the University of New England.
His work advances Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander educative rights, Indigenous student success and self-determination in higher education.
Using Indigenous rights-based approaches, data sovereignty and ethical frameworks, Professor Anderson’s scholarship challenges deficit narratives and promotes Indigenous-led pathways to educational equity and rightful success.
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