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Welcome new Members – February 2026

Welcome to our newest Professional Members:

Naresh Balasubramanian
Chris Buckridge
Sandra Davey
Thomas Dunn
Thomas Fernandes
Arsh Kataria
Craig Lomans
Kent Plummer
Stephen Schwetz
Tim Stockman

Welcome to our Corporate Members:

Acronis

We’re pleased to welcome Acronis ANZ Pty. Ltd. as a new Member of IAA.

Acronis is part of the global technology company known for its cyber protection and data-security solutions, including backup, disaster recovery and integrated cybersecurity for businesses and service providers. They are joining our NSW-IX as part of their network strategy.

VERNet

Join us in welcoming VERNet to our VIX-IX peering network.

A long-standing Victorian telecom carrier, VERNet designs and operates a large fibre network serving universities, research, health and community sites across Victoria. They joined to support IAA’s advocacy work.

Vytal

Welcome Vytal Group to IAA as a new Corporate Member.

Through its Dialplan brand, Vytal Group delivers business-grade internet and voice solutions with reliable connectivity and WA-based support to organisations across Western Australia. Their network also participates in peering and industry-level interconnects.

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IAA Convergent Brisbane 2026 – QLD-IX 15th anniversary

Date: Wednesday, 13 May 2026
Time: 5:30 PM – 9:00 PM AEST (tours at 5:45 PM and 6:00 PM)
Venues:
Queensland Communications Museum | 3 Oriel Road | Clayfield
Followed by Hamilton Hotel | 442 Kingsford Smith Drive | Hamilton
Parking:
Free carpark and road parking at QCM
Free carpark at Hamilton Hotel

Don’t miss our final Night at the Museum. This IAA Convergent Brisbane social is celebrating 15 years of QLD-IX. The evening starts at the Queensland Communications Museum (formerly Telstra Museum), where we’ll step back through the history of communication and explore the technologies that paved the way for today’s internet.

Guest will join one of two guided tours, starting at 5:45 PM and 6:00 PM, with plenty of time for good conversation along the way.

After the museum visit, we’ll continue the evening just a quick five-minute drive away at the Hamilton Hotel for relaxed networking, drinks, light refreshments, and a proper catch-up with industry peers.

As with all IAA Convergent events, the focus is on connection. Bringing people together to share ideas, experiences, and perspectives as we continue shaping the future of the internet.

Event highlights

A guided tour of the Queensland Communications Museum
Insights into the history and evolution of communication technologies
Informal networking with industry peers at the Hamilton Hotel

Spots are limited and registrations are now open. Secure your place via the IAA Member Portal.

By RSVPing for this event, you agree to comply with IAA’s Code of Conduct – Events.

Upcoming Events

IAA Convergent Melbourne 2026 – VIC-IX 15th anniversary

Date: Wednesday, 29 April 2026
Time: 5:30 PM – 9:00 PM AEST
Venue: National Communications Museum | 375 Burwood Rd | Hawthorn
Parking: Hawthorn Town Hall Carpark (opposite Museum), free for two hours and after 6pm.

Join us for our second Night at the Museum event. This special IAA Convergent Melbourne social is celebrating 15 years of VIC-IX. This milestone with be marked at the National Communication Museum, where we’ll explore the stories, technology, and milestones that have shaped how we communicate, from early telephony to today’s digital networks.

Enjoy a guided museum tour, great conversation, and the company of industry peers, with two tour options available (6:00 PM and 7:15 PM). Drinks and light refreshments will be available throughout the evening as we catch up on your news in a relaxed setting.

As with all IAA Convergent events, the focus is on connection. Sharing ideas, perspectives, and experiences that help strengthen our industry and the internet we rely on every day.