Government News

The OAIC has launched a new public data dashboard to share updates about the ongoing operation of the freedom of information (FOI) system.

The Australian and Singapore Governments have renewed their Memorandum of Understanding to focus on new opportunities for cooperation in AI.

SA has awarded a tender to digitise the patient record system used by the ambulance service to global healthcare information firm, Dedalus.

The Australian Signals Directorate (ASD) announced Stephanie Crowe will take on the role of Head of the Australian Cyber Security Centre (ACSC).

The NSW Government has announced five separate technology trials to improve road safety and driver behaviour particularly in regional areas.

The Australian Government and NBN Co announced on Monday that a combined $3.8 billion had been committed to upgrade the country's remaining FTTN network.

The government has released a consultation paper requesting feedback on implementing a 'Zero Trust Culture' into the cyber security policy.

The Tech Council of Australia has welcomed the NRF's $13 million investment in diamond quantum technology company, Quantum Brilliance.

The NBN Co has welcomed a $20 million boost from the Federal Government to expand its First Nations Community Wi-Fi Program to service a further 15 communities.

Microsoft has launched its first 'hyperscale' data centre in NZ to provide the cloud infrastructure to support the country's tech adoption.

The Department of Home Affairs has launched a new, invitation-only visa program prioritising migrants with various tech-related skills.

Austroads has completed pilot testing of the platform set to revolutionise national and global digital driver licence authentication,

The NSW Government has introduced new procurement guidelines between agencies and tech companies to streamline service delivery.

The Western Australia Government has passed two new laws to strengthen the protection and handling of citizens' personal information held by the government.

The latest results from Adobe's overhauled Digital Government Index (DGI) report has seen Australia slip in the rankings with a score of 67.7.