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Wollongong’s high-tech future: Is it time for a flagship event?
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Wollongong’s high-tech future: Is it time for a flagship event?

Driven by collaboration and talent, Wollongong’s tech ecosystem is ready to take centre stage, says entrepreneur Nathan Harper

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Apr 21, 2025
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A rising tide floats all boats, that's the saying isn't it? asked Nathan Harper.

Nathan Harper has never shied away from a challenge — which is exactly why he believes the time is right for Wollongong to host its own technology conference.

The tech leader, part computer scientist and part entrepreneur, sees two paths forward: either build a homegrown event from the ground up or play host to a high-profile travelling conference previously reserved for Australia’s capital cities. In Harper’s view, Wollongong is ready — and it’s the strength of the region’s tech ecosystem that gives him confidence.

The Illawarra’s tech sector has quietly flourished, driven by collaboration over competition. From the nearly 1800-member-strong Siligong Valley network to the University of Wollongong’s iAccelerate, the local environment has nurtured a culture where established businesses, entrepreneurs, and freelancers actively support each other.

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