NT Digital Excellence Awards

🚀 Exciting News! 🚀 Have you spotted us yet?! 🔍 Jackadder International is featured in the current edition of Territory Q magazine highlighting our award as ICT Business of the Year! 🎉 Territory Q is known for showcasing the best of business, innovation, and leadership across the Northern Territory, and we’re honoured to be featured among other inspiring companies and people. A huge thank you to our team, clients, and partners who support our vision. Your trust and collaboration drive us to deliver outstanding results every day! 📖 Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/e4PBDGX8 #JackadderInternational #ICTBusinessOfTheYear #Innovation #Monday.com #NorthernTerritory #TerritoryQ

Charles Darwin University is building on the sensational Sem 1 and 2, 2024 Mentoring programs and invites you to sign up as a Mentor for the CDU Careers Centre Mentoring Programs in Semester 1, 2025. The program runs between 24 March – 30 May 2025 and requires 4-6 hours across 10 weeks (approx. 1 hour every 2 weeks). Check out what some of their past Mentors say in this Mythbusting for Mentors video. https://lnkd.in/gxyqsCdF CDU would love to have their previous mentors return for another round, but they are also super keen to bring some new mentors into the program, so if you are available, please complete the quick Expression of Interest form by Sunday, 2 March 2025. https://lnkd.in/ggEXeU6p   If you are unavailable at this time, please share this information with any industry professionals you think might be interested in becoming a mentor.

As we come to the end of the year and wind down for the holidays, it's a great time to look back at the year that was. The NT Digital Excellence Awards wants to thank all the fantastic sponsors this year; please enjoy a video from this year's event. https://lnkd.in/gJ9p3Rv has all of the photos and award winners. Northern Territory Government Fortinet NEC Australia Kinetic IT Red Centre Technology Partners New Future IT ICT Industry Association of the NT Australian Information Security Association (AISA) ACS (Australian Computer Society)

Winner Series: Jeremy Boucher won the Minister's Gold Award! Jeremy leads a transformative community project through New Future IT, aimed at equipping young people in remote communities throughout the Northern Territory with entry-level IT technical skills.  He teaches them about computers and data entry, fostering a foundational understanding of technology. Jeremy actively identifies individuals with a keen interest in IT, providing them with further training and future employment opportunities. Follow us to see more inspiring stories and nominate for future awards! Northern Territory Government Joshua Burgoyne MLA

Winners Series: The Array [ ] won the Northern Territory Government Department of Trade Business and Asian Relations ICT Innovation of the Year Award! The Array is a not-for-profit (NFP) Technology Hub located in the heart of Darwin City, playing a pivotal role in advancing the Territory’s technology sector through education, training, and business opportunities. The Array offers state-of-the-art classrooms and co-working spaces from the iconic Victoria Hotel. With a strong foundation in interactive digital entertainment (Game Development), The Array emphasises community and collaboration, using an innovative consortium model to connect local talent with global networks. As a NFP, it works closely with government and industry partners to drive growth and development in the Territory’s tech landscape. Follow us to see more inspiring stories and nominate for future awards! Martin Redhead Dylan Bennett Aya MaAya Matsuyama (Ph.D) Taneille Brann

Winners Series: Jackadder International has won the ICT Industry Association of the NT ICT Business of the Year Award! Jackadder International, a Territory-born ICT company, has impressively grown into a $10 million enterprise within just eight years, expanding its team to 70 professionals, with women making up half the workforce, showcasing a firm commitment to diversity and inclusion. Jackadder’s culture is deeply focused on its people, ensuring they receive the highest development and support throughout their employment. Since establishing its Darwin headquarters in 2017, Jackadder has expanded nationally, with offices in Sydney and Hobart, and plans to extend to Western Australia and South Australia within the next 12–24 months, highlighting its dynamic growth. Follow us to see more inspiring stories and nominate for future awards! Lou Martini Karina McLeod Bourne

Winners Series: New Future IT and Jeremy Boucher have won the Kinetic IT Community Benefit Project/Program of the Year Award! Jeremy is the co-owner of New Future IT, an Aboriginal business enterprise in the Northern Territory. With a passion for technology and community empowerment, Jeremy has been instrumental in providing high-quality IT services and support. Under his leadership, New Future IT has launched successful traineeship programs, offering valuable opportunities for skill development and employment to Indigenous youth. Jeremy’s commitment to innovation and community growth has significantly impacted the local business landscape, making New Future IT a cornerstone of technological advancement and social progress in the Northern Territory. Follow us to see more inspiring stories and nominate for future awards! Jenna Thomson

Winner Series: Carter Smith is our Australian Information Security Association (AISA) Cyber Security Professional of the Year!! Carter is a senior cybersecurity consultant based in Darwin. He leads CyberCX’s Northern Territory office and brings a wealth of experience in developing, advising and testing security solutions across a diverse range of industries. Carter’s expertise spans everything from securing web applications to protecting critical infrastructure, such as power stations. His ability to tailor security strategies to specific business needs while considering the broader cybersecurity landscape sets him apart as a leader in his field. Follow us to see more inspiring stories and nominate for future awards! Mark Ames

Winner Series: Lily Kawai won the DCDD Digital Futures Progression of Women in ICT Award! Lily started at NEC Australia in 2016 as part of their Indigenous work placement program. In 2017, Lily undertook a full-time traineeship, gaining her Cert III in Information Technology. In 2017, Lily successfully won the inaugural NTDEA Rising Star Award; in 2018, she became a Finalist in the ACS (Australian Computer Society) Digital Disruptor Award Young Professional of the Year (Female). Lily is currently the Field Services Team Lead, leading 22 techs. Follow us to see more inspiring stories and nominate for future awards! Northern Territory Government Bruno Braga

Winners Series: The ACS ICT Professional of the Year is Dylan Bennett! Dylan is an innovative educator and leader passionate about creativity, entrepreneurship, and digital literacy.  He thrives at the crossroads of education and game design, mentoring new talent and advocating for the growth of the tech industry in the Northern Territory. Dylan has spearheaded the growth of the Interactive Entertainment Industry by leading his team at his video game studio, Larrikin Interactive, to release games such as The Finke Desert Race Game and the award-nominated hit Diets & Deities. Dylan is a Founding Director and CEO of The Array [ ], a Not For Profit Technology Hub, upskilling local Territorians in all things technology through various training and educational experiences. Follow us to see more inspiring stories and nominate for future awards! ACS (Australian Computer Society)