2018 State Awards
Each year the Pearcey Foundation holds state awards and we hope you will attend the events in your capital city and connect with local industry. Nominations can be submitted at anytime. Contact YWRtaW5AcGVhcmNleS5vcmcuYXU= and check the State Awards pages.
| State | Date (2018) | Event |
|---|---|---|
| WA | 15 June (Fri) |
Awarded to Dr Mark Andrich as part of the WAITTA Incite Awards gala dinner. |
| SA | 28 Aug (Tue) | In conjunction with the ACS SA Branch Forum. To be held at SAHMRI, North Terrace in Adelaide |
| Vic | 28 Aug (Tue) |
Part of a special Pearcey Day with the Victorian Government's Digital Innovation Festival. |
| ACT | 4 Sep (Tue) | In conjunction with ACS Canberra |
| Tas | 4 Oct (Thu) | In conjunction with ACS and Tasmanian Disruptor Award finalists. Details to be announced soon |
| Qld | 10 Oct (Wed) | Gala dinner in conjunction with ACS, AIPM, AISA, APSco, ICSC, IIBA, ISACA, ITFGC, ITSMF, SIBA and WiT. |
| NSW | 1 Nov (Thu) | In conjunction with ACS NSW to be held at Sydney Startup Hub, 11-31 York Street, Sydney |
2018 Pearcey National Sponsor
2018 National Awards
The Pearcey Medal, Pearcey Hall of Fame and Pearcey National Entrepreneur Award will be held as part of the ACS National Disruptors Award program, 1 November 2018 at Melbourne's MCEC
We are delighted that Data61 (CSIRO) once again is sponsoring the Pearcey Medal and Pearcey Hall of Fame Awards program.
Special Heritage Event
The Pearcey Foundation is holding a special Heritage Event at 3pm on Friday 7th September 2018 at Federation University in Ballarat. The event is entitled Celebrating the Past; Informing the Present; Inspiring the Future.
| Date | 7th September 2018 |
| Time | 3.00pm - 5.30pm |
| Location |
Level 1, Building K, Federation University, Albert Street, Ballarat |
| Bookings |
For more information, please see Ballarat Heritage Event.
Recent News
12 Aug 2018
Vale Brenda Aynsley OAM
A very brave Australian stalwart of the ICT industry has left us. Brenda was a pioneer in promoting women in ICT by example. Based in Adelaide, she influenced our national and international reputation over a sustained lifetime of commitment including a two year role as President of the Australian Computer Society (2013-2015). »» Read more...
11 Jul 2018
Pearcey Institute Update July 2018
The Pearcey Institute was registered in April 2018 as a 'Company limited by Guarantee' and designated the Pearcey Institute Limited (PIL). Pearcey Institute Board members are as follows: Mr Denis Tebutt (Chairman), Prof. Leon Sterling, Mr Colin Farrelly, & Mr Wayne Fitzsimmons. »» Read more...
21 Jun 2018
Dr Alex Zelinsky appointed Vice Chancellor at Newcastle Uni
Dr Alex Zelinsky is to take up the position of Vice Chancellor at NSW's University of Newcastle in November 2018. Alex, 2013 Pearcey Medallist, is currently Chief Defence Scientist in Canberra heading up the Defence Science and Technology (DST) Group. Congratulations from all the Friends of Pearcey. »» Read more...
10 Jun 2018
Wayne Fitzsimmons awarded OAM
The Pearcey Foundation's own chairman, Wayne Fitzsimmons, was awarded an OAM in the Queen's Birthday 2018 Honours List. Wayne was recognised for his service to information technology, covering a career lifetime in senior executive positions and helping to advance Australia's ICT capabilities. »» Read more...
Awards
Pearcey Medals for Lifetime Achievement
The Pearcey Medal is a prestigious annual individual award that recognizes a distinguished lifetime achievement and contribution to the development and growth of the ICT industry in Australia. In 2017, we were delighted that Data61 at CSIRO once again sponsored the Pearcey Medal and the Pearcey Hall of Fame and that Dr Tim Wark, Director of Product, Programs & Marketing ... »» Read more...
Pearcey Entrepreneur Awards
The Pearcey National Entrepreneur Award is a special recognition annual award. This award gives prominence to one of the State Pearcey winners for inspiring leadership, scale, impact, innovation and acclaim on the world stage. »» Read more...
Pearcey Hall of Fame
The Pearcey Hall of Fame recognises individuals who have made very significant lifetime contributions into one or more of Australia's ICT research, industry, or professional development. It is a yearly award which includes the Pearcey Medalist and up to two other individuals. »» Read more...
State Nominations
The Pearcey Foundation welcomes nominations all year round for any of its awards. We encourage the nominations of anyone who has made a significant contribution to the ICT industry. Simply contact us with the details. »» Read more...
Initiatives
Australia 3.0
Australia 3.0 leverages the collective wisdom of a grouping of some of Australia's leading Technology and Innovation thinkers and most experienced professionals to develop insight into the pivotal issues that will impact Australia's ability to succeed in the global digital economy. »» Read more...
Pearcey Institute
The Pearcey Institute was launched during the '60th Anniversary of Computing in Victoria' celebration held on 14th June 2016 at the Melbourne Museum, Melbourne Victoria. »» Read more...