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We acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the ACT, the Ngunnawal people and recognise any other people or families with connection to the lands of the ACT and region.

A thriving tech sector

Leveraging our knowledge capital and close connections to universities and research institutes, technology is an area where we easily showcase our strengths and capabilities.

Defence

Canberra is the home of Australia’s national security and defence, with an established defence business network.

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Space

Canberra is the natural home for space in Australia, with a long and far-reaching history of space research and development.

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Cyber and quantum

Canberra is Australia’s cyber and quantum capital, with world-class cyber security research and quantum capabilities.

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Agri-technology

Canberra’s agri-technology sector is growing fast, with leading expertise and knowledge in plant and food sciences.

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Climate Action

Canberra is delivering one of the most ambitious climate action agendas in the world, and building a smarter, healthier, net zero future.

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Digital Technology

Canberra is one of Australia’s leading centres for digital technologies, with the nation’s highest security-rated data centres.

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Education and tourism

These billion dollar sectors attract people from around the world to explore what our city has to offer, from stunning scenery, to world-class institutions and a thriving research community.

Education and Research

We’re home to one of Australia’s highest-ranking universities, two research-intensive Group of Eight (Go8) universities, as well as high-quality vocational education, training and research institutes.

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Tourism

Canberra’s $3.4 billion tourism industry is booming, offering opportunities for investment in accommodation and other tourism services.

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