
GALA DINNER
The ASIS SAGE Gala Dinner concludes the day as an evening event that recognises contributions within the security profession.
Date: 20th November
Location: National Press Club, Canberra
Networking drinks: 5:00 – 7:00 pm
Dinner: 7:00 – 10:00 pm
The dinner program includes a three-course meal, performances by a string quartet and a jazz band, acknowledgement of sponsors, and presentation of recognition awards to members of the profession.
Event Overview
Learn about recent developments in security
Access insights from seminars led by experts
Network with peers, policymakers, and industry professionals
Attend the concluding Gala Dinner
Options are available to book a table or individual tickets, with early bird pricing.
SEMINAR EVENT SCHEDULE
| SESSION | SPEAKER | ORGANSIATION | TOPIC |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. 10:00pm – 11:00am | Hamish Hansford |
| “Security and Resilience” |
| 2. 11:00pm – 12:00pm | Professor Clive Williams MG |
| “How the Chinese intelligence service operates in the West” |
| 3. 1:00pm – 2:00pm | Pia Andrews |
| “Digital transformation for security: real time responses to real time threats” |
| 4. 2:00pm – 3:00pm | David Johnson Sam MacDonald |
| “Risk to Resilience: Reimagining an Organisational Approach to Insider Threat” |
| 5. 3:00pm – 4:00pm | Jordan Carmichael Ruarri Fairweather |
| “Because we can – Should we? Digital Vetting and ideological threat detection in the age of online radicalisation” |
TRAINING EVENT SCHEDULE
Exclusively for Government employees and DISP members, this year’s training has been meticulously expanded to cover our broadest range of topics yet. Join us at the prestigious Hotel Realm in Canberra for an immersive experience that blends practical skills with strategic insights.
This program is not just an event but an opportunity to enhance your expertise, connect with peers, and gain actionable knowledge to advance your career in government security. Don’t miss out on this unparalleled professional development experience.
Training Day Schedule
This full-day training will be delivered concurrently in two rooms, allowing attendees to choose their preferred training path. Please note that space in each room is limited. The day promises to be packed with learning opportunities and valuable insights into the current security environment.
| SESSION | ROOM 1 | ROOM 2 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8:30am – 10:00am | Insider Threats | SCEC Zone Construction | Book Training |
| 10:30am – 12:00pm | Protective Security Policy Framework (PSPF) | Gallagher Type 1A and EACS | Book Training |
| 1:30am – 3:00pm | Making Sense of AI | Acoustic Security | Book Training |
| 3:00 – 4:30pm | Enterprise Risk Management | Emanation Security | Book Training |
| SESSION | ROOM 1 | ROOM 2 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8:30am – 10:00am | Insider Threats | SCEC Zone Construction | Book Training |
| 10:30am – 12:00pm | Protective Security Policy Framework (PSPF) | Gallagher Type 1A and EACS | Book Training |
| 1:30am – 3:00pm | Making Sense of AI | Acoustic Security | Book Training |
| 3:00 – 4:30pm | Enterprise Risk Management | Emanation Security | Book Training |
TRADESHOW – SEMINAR – TRAINING – DINNER
TRADESHOW – SEMINAR –TRAINING – DINNER
TRADESHOW – SEMINAR – TRAINING – DINNER
TRADESHOW – SEMINAR – TRAINING – DINNER
TRADESHOW – SEMINAR – TRAINING – DINNER
SECURITY & GOVERNMENT EXPO (SAGE) 2025
Security & Government Expo (SAGE) 2022, 23 and 24 was a great success with over 440 high-quality visitors and 30 exhibitors in just 7 short hours.
Parking is available within the Realm Precinct for event guests. Realm Precinct has over 800 car spaces located across Hotel Realm, Burbury Close, 9 & 3 Sydney Avenue and Little National Hotel. Parking is complimentary at the Hotel Realm for the first 60 mins.
Wilson Parking offer free parking from 4.30pm – 3am. Please note these are public car parks and space cannot be guaranteed and rates vary across car parks.
To check rates, visit Wilson Parking Australia.
CONTACT SAGE TODAY
Please do not hesitate to contact SAGE on the form below should you have any questions. You will also find further contact details below.
CONTACT – SAGE HQ
ADDRESS:
PO BOX 237,
DARLINGHURST NSW 1300
Phone: +61 2 9280 4425
Web: securityandgovernmentexpo.com.au

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