A big win for open-source innovation
Salsa Digital has been recognised at the 2025 Drupal Splash Awards, bringing home the Government category award for our work on the Department of Social Services . The award highlights our dedication to delivering world-class, accessible and user-friendly digital experiences for government agencies.
We’ve always believed in the power of open source, and this recognition is a testament to the impact that collaborative, community-driven innovation can have in the public sector.
Celebrating the Drupal community
The Drupal Splash Awards celebrate the best and brightest projects across the industry, recognising innovation, impact and technical excellence in open-source web development.
This year, our GovCMS Rules as Code sandpit program was also named a finalist in the Open Source category — an exciting acknowledgment of the role open-source technology plays in shaping the future of government services.
A huge thank you to the incredible Drupal community and our talented team at Salsa Digital. We’re proud to stand alongside other finalists and winners who continue to push the boundaries of open-source excellence.
Award-winning government website
Our winning project, the Department of Social Services website, was recognised for its innovative use of Drupal to improve user experience, accessibility and performance. Built on GovCMS, the platform enhances digital service delivery, making it easier for Australians to access essential information and support.
This award reflects our commitment to leveraging open-source technology to drive better outcomes for government agencies and the communities they serve.
The power of open source in government
Government agencies are increasingly turning to open-source solutions for their security, cost-effectiveness and scalability. Our work with GovCMS and Rules as Code showcases how Drupal and open-source platforms can deliver robust, future-proof digital services.
From whole-of-government platforms to specialist solutions, Salsa Digital continues to lead the way in helping agencies embrace open-source technology to improve digital service delivery.
What’s next for Salsa Digital?
Winning at the Splash Awards is a milestone, but we’re not stopping here. We remain committed to pushing the boundaries of what’s possible with open source, collaborating with the Drupal community, and delivering transformative digital solutions for government agencies.
If you’d like to learn more about our work or explore how open-source solutions can support your organisation, get in touch — we’d love to chat!
About the Drupal Splash Awards
The Drupal Splash celebrate outstanding projects built on Drupal, recognising excellence in innovation, technical achievement, and impact. The awards highlight the best work in open-source web development across multiple categories, from government and enterprise to non-profit and community-driven initiatives.
Since its inception, the Splash Awards have showcased the power of Drupal as a flexible, secure, and scalable content management system, widely adopted by governments and organisations worldwide.