After months of boot camps, qualifiers, and preparation across the nation, Cyber Battle Australia 2025 reached its epic conclusion at SEEK HQ in Melbourne. This year’s program once again showcased the skills, teamwork, and determination of TAFE and university students from around the country, proving that the future of Australia’s cyber workforce is in capable hands.
The Champions
The Grand Final delivered an electrifying contest, with Team Born2Duck, representing TAFE SA & The University of Adelaide, taking out the championship with a stellar performance. Their skill, strategy, and resilience earned them the top spot and recognition as Australia’s cyber leaders of tomorrow.
Celebrating Talent
Special recognition also goes to:
Outstanding Female Competitors: Elizabeth White, Bianca Margareth Lo, and Emily Zhang
Best Individual Performer: Glebe Zhivoglyadov
These competitors exemplify the diverse talent and dedication driving Australia’s cyber capability forward.
A National Effort
Cyber Battle Australia would not have been possible without the support of our sponsors and partners:
Platinum: Trend Micro AMEA
Gold: TAFEcyber, Future Skills Organisation
Silver: Amazon Web Services (AWS), CybExer Technologies
Bronze: Mercury Information Security Services, Infoblox, SEEK, Vertical Scope Group, Redacted Information Security
Event Partners: AWSN – Australian Women in Security Network, Areo Travel
We extend a special thank you to Kersti Eesmaa for her leadership in growing Cyber Battle into a truly national competition with global connections.
Leadership and Collaboration
We were honoured to have Senator Raff Ciccone, Chair of the Parliamentary Joint Committee on Intelligence and Security, and His Excellency Mr Jaan Reinhold, Ambassador of Estonia, join us at the Grand Final. Their presence highlighted the importance of cooperation, leadership, and international partnerships in building cyber resilience.
Watch the Highlights
Relive the journey and experience the excitement of the Grand Final in our official highlights video:
