As we prepare for the 2025 ALGIM Annual Conference, we're pleased to share some exciting updates about what’s in store.

Collaborating Beyond Council Boundaries

This year’s theme is all about fostering cross-organisation discussions and partnerships that deliver greater value to our communities by working together.

What’s New in 2025

• Educational Focus: A stronger emphasis on practical learning and skills development.
• New Stream – Data and Insights: Includes content on spatial data, analytics, and data storytelling.

Keynote Speakers

• Brett Johnson – "The Original Internet Godfather"
  Former cybercriminal turned security consultant and international speaker, bringing unparalleled insight into the world of cybercrime.
• Dr. Non Arkaraprasertkul – Smart City Expert
  Speaking Wednesday on sustainable urban development and the role of emerging technologies in city design.
• Eric Murray – Olympic Gold Medallist and World Rowing Champion
  Sharing leadership and motivation insights during the Awards Dinner.
• Dr. Mahsa McCauley – AI Expert and Academic, a globally recognised researcher in machine learning, cybersecurity, and AI literacy, speaking on the future of AI in public service.

ALGIM Awards

Celebrating those who ensure our technology environments are resilient, secure, and high performing. Open to all councils and council-controlled organisations (CCOs) in Aotearoa New Zealand.

Recognising excellence in local government projects, teams, and individuals.

• New Award for 2025: ALGIM Excellence in IT Infrastructure (Network, Cloud & On-Premise)

Learn more

Conference Schedule

• Day 1 Registration Opens: 7:30 AM, Tuesday 25 November
• Welcome and Opening Session: 8:30 AM, Tuesday 25 November
• Conference Closes: 2:30 PM, Thursday 27 November

Please book travel accordingly to avoid missing key sessions.

Programme Development

We’ve worked closely with advisory groups from across local government to shape a conference programme that is:

• Practical and relevant
• Forward-thinking and educational
• Focused on innovation and collaboration

New in 2025

• Hackathon Launch
• Teams will work on real-world local government challenges.
• Encourages innovative, actionable solutions.
• Workshops and Panels
• Offering hands-on learning and deep-dive discussions.

View the 2025 Conference Programme

More updates to follow as we finalise the programme.