Industry News
Department 13 counter-drone on display
The MESMER counter-drone solution will be demonstrated by Department 13 to defence, security and law enforcement personnel. [ + ]
Queensland signs up for satellite scientific hub
Queensland has agreed to partake in the establishment of a scientific hub in Australia to access European satellite data and imagery. [ + ]
IPWEAQ conference attracts record delegates
The Institute of Public Works Engineering Australasia, Queensland's State Conference is expected to attract record numbers of delegates this November. [ + ]
NSW to trial on-demand public transport
The NSW Government will commence a trial of on-demand public transport services, dynamically adjusting schedules to demand, as part of the new Future Transport Roadmap strategy. [ + ]
Library technology upgraded by City of Sydney
City of Sydney is planning upgrades to its nine libraries over the coming months, implementing radiofrequency technology to streamline the experience of library users. [ + ]
NSW adds CA to API supplier lists
CA Technologies has been selected to join the NSW Government's basic and advanced API management supplier lists and support the state government's Open Data Policy. [ + ]
Awards open for govt agencies
Government agencies have been invited to nominate their digital projects for the National Archives of Australia's latest annual Awards for Digital Excellence. [ + ]
Increased numbers access NZ telehealth service
The NZ national telehealth service has assisted 425,000 citizens since its launch one year ago, according to Health Minister Jonathan Coleman. [ + ]
Capgemini, Accenture vie for welfare system project
The Department of Human Services has shortlisted Capgemini and Accenture for the role of systems integrator for the Welfare Payment Infrastructure Transformation program. [ + ]
IP Australia implements electronic correspondence
IP Australia is rolling out electronic correspondence to improve the experience for users, starting with patent holders and applicants. [ + ]
Tas Gov supports TasICT Generations Project
The Tasmanian Government has invested $50,000 in the 2016 Budget TasICT Generations Project, aiming to to redress STEM and ICT skills shortages in the state. [ + ]
Victoria Police extend life of LEAP database
Victoria Police have finally added the ability for frontline officers to input data into the LEAP crime database directly, and combined with a mobile device rollout will soon let officers input data from the field. [ + ]
OAIC to hold de-identification workshop
The Office of the Australian Information Commissioner is holding a half-day workshop on data de-identification as part of next month's GovInnovate summit in Canberra. [ + ]
Wi-Fi for Tilt Trains and cruise ships
Improved Wi-Fi access has been implemented for tourists and locals in both Queensland and Tasmania. [ + ]
Digital Transformation Agency formally established
The federal Digital Transformation Office has completed the transition to the Digital Transformation Agency. [ + ]
