DTA signs single sourcing agreement with Microsoft
26 February, 2026 by Dylan Bushell-EmblingThe Digital Transformation Agency has entered into a 5-year whole-of-government single sourcing arrangement with Microsoft.
Australia second globally in the OECD Digital Government Index
17 February, 2026Australia has been recognised as a global leader in digital government, ranking second overall by the OECD.
Service NSW launches Digital ID pilot
16 February, 2026The NSW Government’s Digital ID system has reached the pilot stage, and is being offered to residents participating in the state’s toll rebate scheme.
NSW announces framework to strengthen AI oversight
06 February, 2026The NSW Government's Artificial Intelligence Assessment Framework aims to give agencies clearer guidance, stronger safeguards and more efficient assessments of AI systems.
Victoria wants to be the nation’s AI capital
03 February, 2026Minister for Economic Growth and Jobs Danny Pearson launched the Government’s AI Mission Statement on Friday.
APS disclosure of automated decision-making could be improved: OAIC
22 January, 2026The Australian Information Commissioner has highlighted the need for improved transparency and integrity for government agencies in automated decision-making.
Australia earns top 5 spot in digital transformation
14 January, 2026Australia has been ranked by the World Bank in the top five globally for embracing technology in government.
Atturra signs reseller agreement with Comtrac
18 December, 2025 by Dylan Bushell-Embling | Supplied by: AtturraAtturra has partnered with Brisbane-based Comtrac to provide AI-powered investigations technology to all levels of Australian government.
Most Australians support AI in Triple Zero responses
16 December, 2025 by Dylan Bushell-Embling | Supplied by: Motorola SolutionsResearch commissioned by Motorola Solutions has identified support from residents in Australia and New Zealand for modernising emergency services hotlines.
Gartner: 52% of government CIOs expect IT budgets to increase in 2026
01 December, 2025 | Supplied by: GartnerA Garter survey reveals government IT investments are expected to rise despite overall budget pressures, driven by demand for tangible mission outcomes.
DTA report reveals APS digital talent shortfall
18 November, 2025A report released by the Digital Transformation Agency predicts that the Australian Public Service will need 8000 more tech workers by 2030.
APS to receive mandatory AI training
17 November, 2025The federal government says its AI Plan will give every public servant the confidence and access to use AI to drive productivity.
From principles to practice: OECD E‑Leaders 2025 in Sydney and the road to Government 3.0
10 November, 2025 by Brandon Voight, Fellow at Future Government Institute, and Director of Public Sector - OpenText Australia & New Zealand | Supplied by: OpenTextWhy the E‑Leaders moment matters — right now: moving towards Government 3.0.
TechnologyOne launches agentic AI platform
14 October, 2025 by Dylan Bushell-EmblingTechnologyOne’s Australian-developed developed PLUS agentic AI platform promises to be able to help government organisations automate a range of tasks.
MessageXchange reappointed as NSW e-invoicing provider
08 October, 2025 by Dylan Bushell-Embling | Supplied by: MessageXchangeMessageXchange has been reappointed as the preferred provider to the NSW Government of e-invoicing solutions based on the Peppol framework.
