ANZ Cyber Crime Hackathon

The ANZ Cyber Crime Hackathon is a competitive event where participants collaborate to solve challenges related to cyber crime, cyber security, and digital forensics. It encourages innovation, skill development, and teamwork to create solutions that help detect, prevent, or respond to cyber threats.

The ANZ Cyber Crime Hackathon is open to all current students from Griffith University, Griffith College and the University of Queensland, however the content is generally suited to students with a background or interest in IT, criminology and/or business.

Participants will be working in teams during the Hackathon, so it's not essential for every team member to have cyber security experience. However, we do recommend that each team includes at least one member with some background in this area. For individuals registering without a team, we’ll take cyber security experience into account when forming balanced teams.

There is no requirement for coding experience to take part in this event.

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To complete the registration form, you will need to provide:

• Your full name
• University or institution name
• Student ID (if applicable)
• Email address
• Details of your team members (if registering as a group)
• Details of your skills and experience for the purpose of forming teams (if registering as an individual or a partial team)
• A copy of your student transcript to fcic@griffith.edu.au to support your registration

Registration for the ANZ Cyber Crime Hackathon closes on Sunday, 12 October 2025. If you're registering as part of a team, each member should complete the form individually, accurately listing the other team members where prompted.

We’re happy to report that your registration fee will be sponsored by ANZ, which means no cost for students!

Due to the registration sponsorship, we wish to remind students that participation is required on both days of the event.

Students should bring a laptop (including charger), as this will be their primary tool throughout the Hackathon. Access to a limited number of desktops computers will be available, however due to login restrictions, only Griffith University and Griffith College students will be able to log in to these devices.

We also recommend bringing a notebook and pen for jotting down ideas, comfortable clothing, and a reusable water bottle to stay hydrated. All other materials and resources will be provided on the day.

Yes, internet access will be available throughout the ANZ Cyber Crime Hackathon:

• Griffith University and Griffith College students can connect using the standard Griffith Wi-Fi network, just as they would on any Griffith campus.
• University of Queensland students can access the Griffith University internet via Eduroam. Simply select the eduroam network on your device and log in using your home institution credentials. For more details on connecting via Eduroam at Griffith, visit: Griffith Eduroam Guide

Yes! To help you prepare for the ANZ Cyber Crime Hackathon, registered participants will receive access to self-paced pre-event content. These resources are designed to build your foundational knowledge in cybercrime and cybersecurity topics relevant to the hackathon.

While participation in these resources is not compulsory, it is highly recommended to ensure you're well-prepared and confident going into the event. Details about accessing the content will be shared closer to the hackathon date.

The ANZ Cyber Crime Hackathon will be held in person at Griffith College’s campus, located at 333 Ann Street, Brisbane. All participants are expected to attend on-site for the full duration of the event. There will be no online or hybrid participation options.

Yes, participants will be provided with morning tea, lunch, and afternoon tea on each day of the ANZ Cyber Crime Hackathon. We’ll reach out closer to the event to confirm any dietary requirements you may have.

We do recommend bringing your own refillable water bottle to stay hydrated throughout the day, as water taps are available at the venue.

Yes, each student team will be supported by a dedicated ANZ staff member throughout the Hackathon. These mentors will provide guidance, share insights, and help teams navigate challenges as they work through their solutions. It's a great opportunity to learn directly from industry professionals and gain valuable experience in a collaborative environment.

Each member of the winning team will be eligible for an exclusive interview opportunity for one of two, paid work placements with ANZ. These work placements will be based in Brisbane during January and February 2026.

Securing one of these paid work placements does not guarantee any future employment with ANZ.