Sunshine Coast

The Sunshine Coast Cyber Security Innovation Node was announced in June 2020, a partnership between the Sunshine Coast Council and AustCyber to accelerate the growth of the Sunshine Coast’s cyber security sector in alignment with AustCyber’s national mission. Delivering increased cyber security capability, talent and education programs across the region, as well as fast-tracking cyber security exports internationally, the Sunshine Coast Cyber Security Innovation Node will play a strong role in AustCyber’s National Network of Nodes.

The Sunshine Coast Node works closely with the Sunshine Coast Council, Queensland State Government, industry bodies and academic and research institutions in the region. Activities of the Node are guided by an Industry Advisory Group that includes leaders across industry, business development, government, academia and research; and will be consultants and advocates for the Sunshine Coast Node and AustCyber.

The Sunshine Coast Council partnership with AustCyber is an important step in the advancement of the cyber security industry in region. Growth in the cyber security sector has been identified as a key initiative in the digital transformation of the region touching every business from advanced manufacturing, agriculture and health, to fintech, defence, supply chain and logistics industries. The region boasts direct high speed data connectivity to Asia and the US as well as being recognised as one of the 'top 7 intelligent communities' globally.