Why the APS needs to be picky with AI
01 July, 2026 by Rachel Smith-Cianchi, Public Sector Director, Pegasystems | Supplied by: Pegasystems Pty Ltd'AI everywhere' is the wrong strategy for the APS: here's what to do instead.
Queensland Government backs drone manufacturing project
30 June, 2026A new project in South East Queensland will upgrade and expand an existing manufacturing facility for drone systems, components and technology.
Digital ID must prove more than who we are
30 June, 2026 by Fred Slikker, Managing Director, Digidentity | Supplied by: DigidentityDigital ID may make it simpler to identify an individual but the question is whether it will really achieve the bigger goal of reducing unnecessary data collection.
Government announces charging for use of the Digital ID system
29 June, 2026When the government’s Digital ID System becomes open to the private sector the government will charge businesses for the use of myID as a relying party.
Federal government announces new AI Review Committee
23 June, 2026The Australian Government has established an AI Review Committee as a key initiative under the Trust pillar of the AI Plan for the Australian Public Service.
Why sovereign AI matters now
09 June, 2026 by Dean Lacheca* | Supplied by: GartnerSovereign AI doesn't mean stepping back from the global technology ecosystem, but engaging with it on more deliberate, strategic terms.
DTA seeking input on changes to Single Seller Arrangements
03 June, 2026Input is sought to design a new contracting suitability assessment framework for coordinated contracting arrangements.
AI-assisted contract management in the public sector: where the gains are real
02 June, 2026 by Paul Vorbach*As generative AI matures, public sector contract managers are finding real efficiency gains in drafting, clause review and lifecycle monitoring.
Australia and UK partner to strengthen AI safety and security
25 May, 2026The two governments have signed an MoU to increase cooperation on the responsible development, deployment, governance and use of safe and trustworthy AI.
DHA publishes standards framework for digital health
20 May, 2026The National Framework for Digital Health Standards aims to support a more consistent, connected and clinically safe digital health system.
National AI Centre launches online portal aimed at SMEs
20 May, 2026The AI.gov.au portal has been launched to help organisations understand and use artificial intelligence (AI) safely and responsibly.
Digital Health Agency launches digital health safety course
11 May, 2026A new intermediate level eLearning course is now available to further advance clinical safety practices across Australia’s digital health workforce.
Queensland expands its Digital Licence app
04 May, 2026Queensland traffic controllers and dangerous good drivers now able to go digital with their accreditations integrated into the Digital Licence app.
IoT Survival Guide 2026: four rules every government IT leader needs to know
28 April, 2026 | Supplied by: Ericsson Enterprise Wireless Solutions Australia Pty LtdThe complexity of government IoT deployments is rising: more devices, more data and more critical services depending on real‑time information.
Researchers test AI chatbot to target online safety and support for seniors
20 April, 2026Researchers are designing chatbots to help make life online safer and more welcoming for seniors and to assist caseworkers.
