Industry News
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. [ + ]
Wi-Fi for Tilt Trains and cruise ships
Improved Wi-Fi access has been implemented for tourists and locals in both Queensland and Tasmania. [ + ]
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. [ + ]
DocuSign technology adopted by Waverley Council
DocuSign technology will be used by Waverley Council as part of its Digital Waverley program. [ + ]
NZ's EECA appoints new CEO
NSW Roads and Maritime Services network GM for motorways James Hay will take over as CEO of New Zealand's Energy Efficiency Conservation Authority early next year. [ + ]
City of Sydney adopts low-carbon energy production
City of Sydney employees are now working in an environment powered by a low-carbon trigeneration plant. [ + ]
Service NSW app updates mobile features
The updated Service NSW app now enables customers to complete vehicle transactions on their mobiles. [ + ]
Archives boss wants more CIGOs
The Director-General of the National Archives has called on all Commonwealth agencies to establish chief information governance officer positions. [ + ]
NZ$2m in loans for green energy projects
NZ's Energy Efficiency and Conservation Authority will provide low-cost, interest-free loans to public sector organisations looking to fund renewable energy and energy efficiency projects. [ + ]
Data#3 contracted for Queensland education
The Queensland Department of Education and Training (DET) has contracted Data#3 to supply technology to its schools. [ + ]
Tudge to outline digital plans
Minister for Human Services, Alan Tudge, will use the GovInnovate Summit to outline the federal government's plans to transform service delivery. [ + ]
OAIC resolving 97% of privacy complaints within 12 months
During FY16, the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC) resolved 97% of privacy complaints and 87% of applications for FOI reviews within 12 months of receipt. [ + ]
Govt opens up Australian IT data
As part of its open data policy, the government has launched a cloud-based tool to provide anyone with access to Australia's intellectual data. [ + ]
Digital Marketplace beta users give positive feedback
Early adopters of the Digital Marketplace digital procurement portal have been impressed with the beta so far, according to the DTO. [ + ]
ABS engages Accenture for improved data collection
The ABS has undergone a $257m transformation, engaging Accenture to alter the way it collects, analyses and accesses statistics. [ + ]
