When Abir arrived in Tasmania in 2024, he was beginning a new degree in a new place.Two years later, the University of Tasmania student has been named Technology Industry Rising Star at the 2026 TasICT Excellence Awards “I am incredibly honoured,” Abir said. “When I arrived in Tasmania in 2024, much of what I have achieved over the past two years felt impossible.“This award belongs to the people who supported me along the way, and it has made me even more motivated to contribute to the Tasmanian community and the technology sector.”His win led a strong night for the University, with students, staff and industry partners recognised across several categories, read more below