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)
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.
Organiser
ALGIM (Association of Local Government Information Management) provides professional development and thought leadership across a range of local government professions. Our roots are in ICT, but over the years we’ve expanded to encompass the traditional IT roles, IT infrastructure, web and digital, information and records management, customer service, and GIS.
Venue
50 Cable Street
Te Aro
Te Whanganui-a-Tara, Wellington 6011
