The exclusive peer-to-peer roundtable brought together senior government technology and digital leaders to examine the growing importance of data foundations, interoperability and responsible AI adoption in delivering effective public services. Featuring Matthew Hay PSM, First Assistant Secretary / Chief Information Officer, Department of Home Affairs and Marina Muttukumaru, Assistant Secretary, Department of Health, Disability and Ageing, the session provided a trusted environment for candid discussion and knowledge sharing.

The conversation explored how agencies were strengthening data quality and fit-for-purpose data platforms, while enabling secure and practical cross-agency data sharing and interoperability. Leaders also discussed the foundations required to support responsible and scalable AI capabilities, including the alignment of policy, technology and operating models.

Held as a closed, discussion-led forum, the session enabled participants to share practical lessons, challenges and emerging approaches to building stronger data ecosystems, improving service delivery and maintaining public trust across government.