Government News

The Australian government has announced new legislation to protect vulnerable groups from on-line bullying and offensive content, while broadening the reach beyond children at risk.

Queensland Health has appointed Dr Richard Ashby as the chief executive for e-Health Queensland to lead the state’s information communication technology (ICT) and e-health agenda.

The Victorian government is upgrading its ageing telecommunications infrastructure under $126 million worth of telco contracts that were awarded to seven core and niche providers.

The Queensland government is revitalising digital services under a new action plan due for release by mid-year, and coinciding with the creation of a Data Analytics Office.

eHealth Queensland Health has appointed five senior executives to tackle digital transformation in the New Year, while strengthening the base for front-line services.

Political parties will gain a first-hand look at cyber-security planning during a February Canberra briefing that has been flagged by Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull.

A reshuffle by Premier Gladys Berejiklian heralded a new-look Cabinet – with new ministers taking over the innovation, industry finance and counter-terrorism portfolios.

The Australian government has earmarked $12 million to test positioning technology that will deliver more precise and detailed tracking data for core sectors.

The NSW government will spend more than $10 million on contactless credit card technology for commuters under a trial that is underway in Sydney. 

Treasurer Scott Morrison is set to meet with counterparts in the UK and Germany to promote Australian fintech and discuss global developments in digitisation.

Mike Baird, Premier for NSW, has announced his resignation, while a Liberal party-room meeting and a spill of leadership positions is expected by next week.

Sydney bus customers will start receiving free wi-fi under a January trial that involves 50 buses across designated routes.

The NSW government has launched a single online resource portal to manage, share and update environmental data for communities and the industry.

The South Australia government has opened up business for small-to-medium enterprises that seek a slice of the state’s $2 billion in contribution for projects and contracts. 

Australia’s $4.6 billion financial services sector is facing growing risks from cyber-related fraud, warns a report by AUSTRAC.