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13th Annual Police Technology Forum

Australia’s premier law enforcement technology and networking event showcases the latest capabilities that are being trialed and developed to enable our police forces to become more effective and efficient in the face of increasingly sophisticated organised crime.

24-25 March 2026 | Hyatt Hotel, Canberra

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overview

Australia’s premier law enforcement technology and networking event returns in 2026 to showcase the latest capabilities being trialed and deployed across police forces. The Forum will spotlight innovations that enhance operational efficiency, combat organised crime, and build public trust.

Attendees will include senior police leaders, government officials, academics, and technology providers. Topics will span AI, drones, digital forensics, cybercrime, and the future of policing in a tech-driven world. With a focus on collaboration, capability-building, and ethical deployment, this is the must-attend event for anyone shaping the future of law enforcement.

2026 Speakers

David Gillies

Prevent & Protect Fraud Officer, Essex Police

Vaiju Joshi

Director, Mobility Portfolio, South Australia Police

Laura Wheeler

A/Senior Team Leader Strategic Insights Centre, Australian Federal Police

Detective Inspector Matt Leahy

Mobility Portfolio, South Australia Police

Paul Daly

Superintendent Police Air Wing, WA Police Force

Anne-Louise Brown

Special Advisor, Akin Agency

Mike Cowley

Freeman, Digital Learning & Engagement, Police Digital Service

Matthew McCarthy

Chief Inspector, Spatial & Analytical Capability, NSW Police Force

Kathrine Peereboom

Founder & CEO, iSafe Connect

Matt Whalley

Innovation Manager, Police Digital Service 

Hayden Archibald

Manager Future Aviation Defence Business, Toll Aviation/ Toll Uncrewed Systems

Michael Callan

Chief Executive Officer, Australian Fraud and Anti-Corruption Academy

Dr Leo S.F. Lin

Senior Lecturer, Australian Graduate School of Policing and Security , Charles Sturt University

Agenda

8:50 am

OPENING REMARKS | Opening remarks from the Chair

AI, PREDICTIVE TECHNOLOGIES & IMMERSIVE ENVIRONMENTS IN MODERN POLICING

9:00 am

  • How the NSWPF trained and evaluated AI vision models to identify the make, shape and
    colour of vehicles from MANPR images with a high degree of accuracy to lead and support
    investigations.

9:30 am

• Enhancing situational awareness and officer safety
• Integrating AR into daily operational workflow
• Collaborative efforts across jurisdictions and sectors

10:00 am

• Investigating offences in immersive digital environments
• Jurisdictional and legal challenges in virtual spaces
• Tools for monitoring and evidence collection in the metaverse
• Preparing officers for virtual crime scene investigations

10:30 am

Morning Tea & Networking Break

11:00 am

• Anticipating future digital investigation landscapes and disruptive technologies
• Identifying and mitigating emerging investigative, legal and ethical risks
• Building capability, resilience, and innovation to stay ahead of threat actors
• Pathways to a preferred future: strategy, policy and officer readiness

11:30 am

• Automating evidence analysis and improving accuracy
• Challenges in training and certification
• Managing digital evidence in complex investigations
• Ensuring integrity and admissibility of AI-generated insights

12:00 pm

• Leveraging analytics and AI to detect fraudulent claims
• Cross‑agency data sharing to identify repeat offenders
• Automation for early‑warning systems and anomaly detection

12:30 pm

Lunch & Networking Break

SMART INFRASTRUCTURE, DRONES & AUTONOMOUS SYSTEMS

1:30 pm

• Modernising frontline operations through mobility
• Digital transformation and workforce enablement
• Strategic delivery and project management insights
• Lessons learned from SA’s innovation roadmap

2:00 pm

• How could law enforcement agencies integrate autonomous UAS into operations.
• Technology trends that enhance autonomous system teaming.
• Case studies on real-world applications in crisis response, surveillance, and crime
prevention.

2:30 pm

• Overview of new legislative instruments enabling expanded operational use of drones
• Immediate benefits these changes deliver for law-enforcement agencies
• Integration of advanced technologies into drones to enhance operational outcomes
• Real-world scenarios supported by video demonstrations to showcase impact

3:00 pm

Afternoon Tea & Networking Break

DIGITAL ENGAGEMENT & EVIDENCE MANAGEMENT

3:30 pm

• Leveraging mobile apps and digital platforms for community engagement
• Using data to identify and respond to local safety concerns
• Case studies in tech-supported neighbourhood policing
• Enhancing transparency and responsiveness through digital tools

4:00 pm

• Securing digital evidence with immutable records
• Applications in firearms, vehicles, and sensitive equipment
• Legal implications and interoperability challenges
• Improving audit trails and accountability

4:30 pm

• Managing digital evidence across multiple platforms and formats
• Ensuring chain of custody in cloud-based environments
• Legal admissibility and challenges in presenting tech-derived evidence
• Integrating evidence management systems with judicial workflows

5:00 pm

CLOSING REMARKS | Closing remarks from the Chair

5:05 pm

Networking Drinks

8:50 am

OPENING REMARKS | Opening remarks from the Chair

RESPONSIBLE INNOVATION & INTELLIGENT TECHNOLOGY IN MODERN POLICING

9:00 am

• Why responsible innovation matters in the AI arms race
• The new(ish) frontier – where principles clash with practice
• A whole system approach to Fairness by Design

9:30 am

• Highlighting Essex’s Multi‑Agency Approach to Fraud (MAAF) and how collaborative working
raises awareness, safeguards vulnerable victims, and reduces the impact of fraud on
communities.
• Demonstrating the initiative’s integration of partners across policing, local authorities,
health services, voluntary organisations, and the private sector.
• Showcasing innovative elements such as the #FraudFriday campaign and emerging
AI‑driven prevention strategies, positioning MAAF as a strong international case study

10:00 am

• Co-designing strategy and tools with end-users to improve adoption and effectiveness
• Designing user-friendly systems for frontline officers – ideation to delivery to beyond
• The importance of cohesive comms, delivery and tech to deliver intuitive systems
• Enduring innovation in law enforcement tech

10:30 am

Morning Tea & Networking Break

11:00 am

• Expanding access to generative AI tools to enhance operational decision‑making and
frontline support
• Trialling AI‑driven policy review products to streamline governance and improve policy
accuracy
• Exploring future opportunities for intelligent automation across policing functions

INTERAGENCY COLLABORATION & EMERGENCY RESPONSE

11:30 am

• Building secure, interoperable platforms for cross-border collaboration
• Real-time intelligence exchange between federal, state, and local agencies
• Overcoming legal and technical barriers to data sharing
• Case studies in joint operations powered by shared tech infrastructure

12:00 pm

• Voluntary platform helping people with disabilities share vital info with emergency services.
• Uses Bluetooth beacons and wearables to transmit medical and behavioural data.
• User-controlled privacy settings ensure consent and autonomy.
• Includes SOS alerts, geofencing, and live updates for real-time safety.

12:30 pm

Lunch & Networking Break

1:30 pm

• Queensland Police share insights from live trials of iSafe Connect.
• How wearable tech improves response to vulnerable individuals.
• Managing privacy, consent, and real-time data in the field.
• Community feedback and future rollout plans.
• Opportunities for broader emergency services adoption.

COMBATTING DIGITAL DECEPTION & EMERGING THREATS

2:00 pm

• Examining the evolution of deepfakes in organised crime and their impact on public safety
and trust.
• Case studies and challenges faced by law enforcement agencies from various perspectives.
• Opportunities, tools, and collaboration in education, training, and crime prevention to
effectively counter AI-related crimes and deepfake threats.

2:30 pm

• Understanding the business models behind digital crime
• Emerging threats like ransomware kits and phishing-as-a-service
• Strategies for dismantling cybercrime networks

AI-DRIVEN INTELLIGENCE & SURVEILLANCE

3:00 pm

• Real-time transcription and contextual tagging
• Facial recognition and automated alerts
• Privacy, data storage, and legal considerations
• Enhancing evidentiary value through smart features

3:30 pm

CLOSING REMARKS | Closing remarks from the Chair

3:35 pm

END OF CONFERENCE

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Sponsorship & exhibition opportunities

The 12th Annual Police Technology conference, exhibition, and networking functions offer unparalleled opportunities to reach key industry stakeholders, senior decision-makers, and customers within the industry.

Don’t miss the opportunity to share your expertise and showcase your products, services, and solutions at this established industry gathering. Forge new business relationships, share your experiences and position yourself as a leader in the police technology field.

Contact Andrew Sinkovich for a copy of the sponsorship & exhibition prospectus today!
Andrew Sinkovich
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We recognise that it’s not just about the way we produce our events and products but recognising that we have a role to play in providing a space to work in partnership together with our markets to inspire the sustainable development of the industries we serve.

To read more on our latest sustainability reports and Faster Forward initiatives – click here.

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All of our events utilise a bespoke dynamic smartphone app, ConnectMe – which guarantees attendees a premium event experience. Logins are sent prior to the conference commencement allowing you to check who’s attending, schedule in meetings and catch ups, participate in live Q+A and interactive polls, and much more. ConnectMe ensures you never miss a beat prior, during and post event.

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24 - 25 Mar 2026

Hyatt Hotel, Canberra
120 Commonwealth Ave,
Yarralumla ACT 2600

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