Government News

New Department of Defence modernisation budget capped at $42.4 billion over 7 years. Moves to tackle cyber-attacks and space surveillance in a more vulnerable environment.

Water Corporation integrates IP telephony with omni-channels platforms to support frontline contact centres in Perth.

Plans to establish a new, highly-specialised Cyber Security Unit to tackle cyber-threats and deliver on cyber-leadership.

New report flags widespread adoption of big data to design, deliver and manage 21st century transport systems.

Internet of Things (IoT) hub launched in Sydney, galvanising government, ICT and education partners.

The Victorian Auditor-General’s Office is due to table its second report to Parliament examining the government’s annual $1 billion ICT procurement program.

FST Government Western Australia spotlights smart procurement choices at the 16th March conference in Perth. 

With an annual $1 billion ICT budget, WA seeks to be “smart” around technologies-of-choice. Track latest trends at the Perth FST Government Western Australia 16th March conference. 

The South Australian Office for Digital Government is brushing up its digital credentials. The state’s “digital declaration” is spearheaded by Premier Jay Weatherill.

More than 25 agencies using the Commonwealth’s content management system can now leverage digital and omni-channel publishing. 

Launches a central customer account for online services and transactions. Offers dedicated gateway with access to centralised services and integration with payments systems. 

Melbourne’s 24 hour NBN centre being designed to tackle cyber-attacks.

NSW government is fine-tuning the framework to grow its sharing economy. This sector contributed more than $500 million to state coffers last year. 

PM Malcolm Turnbull strengthens ties with US on cyber-security. Australia “almost defenceless” against cyber-attack, warns security expert.

The “digital disruption” market is capped at AU $79 billion and growing through to 2020.  Track the latest forecasts and implications for government.