Techtels 40th Birthday Extravaganza!

 Celebrating 40 Years of Storytelling Technology

This year, we’re bringing the festive season forward — and you’re invited to a Christmas in July like no other!

Join us as we mark Techtel’s 40th year in operation with an afternoon of great food, festive cheer, and inspirational guest speakers, all set against a backdrop of powerful storytelling.

Our theme, News & Stories, honours four decades of empowering broadcasters and content creators — and celebrates where Techtel stands today: at the intersection of innovation, connection, and community.

This informal gathering is about more than tech — it’s about the people behind the stories. Expect a stellar line-up of guest speakers from unexpected walks of life, each bringing a unique and uplifting perspective.

Come celebrate with the clients, partners, and friends who’ve helped shape our journey…


RSVP NOW TO SECURE YOUR SPACE!

🗓 Date: Thursday, 24 July 2025
🕑 Time: From 2:00pm
📍 Venue: The Ballroom, Crows Nest Hotel, Sydney


OUR STELLAR LINE UP OF PRESENTERS

  • Ron Allum has played a key role in of some of the most audacious explorations of our planet. In 1983 he was a dive leader on a world record 6.24-kilometre exploration of Cocklebiddy Cave which runs under Australia’s vast Nullarbor Plain.

    In 2001 he joined James Cameron’s expedition team to Titanic. Over the next four years his technical expertise was key to the success of Cameron’s expeditions to the wreck of the Bismark (depth 4,796m) and the Mid-Atlantic and Pacific hydrothermal vents (1,000-4000m).

    Ron commenced work on the Deepsea Challenger submersible in 2005. His many innovative ideas kept the submersible’s weight to a minimum while maximising its ability to conduct science and imaging work at the deepest points on earth.

    Following that expedition, he and wife Yvette established Ron Allum Deepsea Services to design and build specialised underwater vehicles, including a full ocean depth autonomous vehicle to collect samples from the Mariana Trench.

    Ron has been awarded NSW Senior Australian of the Year in recognition of his outstanding contributions in the fields of engineering, science and exploration; named as one the country’s 50 greatest explorers by the Australian Museum; and honoured with a Lifetime of Adventure Award by Australian Geographic.

    As James Cameron puts it: “If I had to go to Mars and could only take one person, I’d take Ron… a bona fide genius—deeply intuitive, endlessly curious, and utterly reliable in the face of the unknown.”

    View: Deep Sea Challenger Interview with James Cameron Ron Allum

  • Spencer Frost is an award-winning filmmaker and adventure cinematographer based in Avalon Beach, Sydney. Specialising in travel, ocean and aerial cinematography, Spencer brings stories to life through visually stunning, emotionally immersive content.

    Over the past decade, he has worked with major international brands and broadcasters including BBC Earth, National Geographic, Red Bull Media House, Japan Airlines, Corona, and P&O Cruises. His camera has taken him to some of the world’s most remote and breathtaking locations—across the Russian Far East, Iceland, Africa, Indonesia, and the vast coastlines of Australia.

    Spencer is known for his ability to capture high-impact visuals in challenging environments, combining technical mastery with a strong narrative eye. His work often features drone cinematography, underwater filming, and advanced gimbal setups using the RED Raptor 8K digital cinema camera and DJI Inspire 2 drone kit.

    From solo expeditions to large-scale productions, Spencer’s calm under pressure, passion for exploration, and commitment to storytelling make him a standout voice in the world of adventure filmmaking. Whether documenting wild waves or icy frontiers, his work connects audiences with the awe, beauty and fragility of the natural world.

  • Jessica Doyle is a rising star in the AFL Women’s league, known for her toughness, game smarts and trademark left-foot kick. A medium forward for the GWS GIANTS, Jessica was drafted at pick 49 in 2021 after coming through the Swans Academy pathway.

    She made her AFLW debut in Round 3 of Season Six and quickly made an impression, finishing her first season as the GIANTS’ second-highest goalkicker. Over the past two seasons, Jessica has played 18 of a possible 20 games, becoming a reliable and dangerous presence in the forward line.

    Her versatility, strong marking, and ability to read the play make her a key target in attack. But it’s her work ethic and team-first attitude that truly set her apart, earning respect from coaches, teammates and fans alike.

    Off the field, Jessica is passionate about growing the game and is an inspiring role model for young athletes. As women’s football continues to gain momentum across the country, Jessica Doyle represents the future—skilful, driven, and ready to take the game to new heights.

  • Ben Toyer is a leading Australian stunt coordinator, head rigger, and precision stunt driver with over 15 years of industry experience. Based in Sydney, he was MEAA stunt graded in 2009 and has since worked across major feature films, television and commercial productions.

    Ben specialises in high-impact vehicle stunts—drifting, car crashes, rolls, and flips—as well as rigging for wire work, decels, aerials, and custom stunt builds. He’s also a skilled performer in parkour, freerunning, fight choreography, gymnastics, and high falls. His versatility and reliability on set have made him a go-to for productions requiring dynamic, physically demanding action.

    Ben's behind-the-scenes expertise is equally impressive. He designs and builds roll cages, ramps, pod cars and crash reinforcements to ensure both performer safety and visual realism. He’s also competed in and instructed professional drifting, and was a grand finalist on Ninja Warrior in both Australia and Japan.

    Known for his calm under pressure, creative problem solving and dedication to safety, Ben is a trusted name in Australian stunt work. Whether crashing cars, flying rigs, or choreographing stunts, he delivers cinematic impact with engineering precision.