The TNQ Drought Hub was proud to be a sponsor for the Northern Australia Indigenous Datathon.  Developed by Entrepreneur in Residence, Darryl Lyons, the2-day event held at the Nguma-bada Campus, James Cook University, Cairns that brought together a diverse group of data professionals, indigenous communities and students to explore digital as well as data-driven solutions to solve real-world indigenous community challenges in Northern Australia.

Each team was supported by a community leader to use data to solve a challenge or problem applicable to their community; at least one of the data sources provided was used to create a digital solution using AI/ML. Teams presented their solution in a 4 minute pitch to a judging panel on the final day of the event.

The purpose of the event is to share knowledge with participants and partners on indigenous culture and community. We wanted to engage participants in indigenous communities to encourage the transfer of digital innovation back into the community. The event trained participants to handle data and to develop tools that solve real world problems, as well as creating connections and fostering collaborative engagement with technologists, students and indigenous peoples and communities.

Keep an eye out for more information about the Northern Australia Indigenous Datathon as Darryl takes it on Country in 2022