AI policy needs to protect future Australians
06 August, 2025 by Tony Butler*The genie is out of the bottle with AI and it's clear what corporate leaders are using their three wishes on — layoffs, job cuts and 'organisational efficiencies'.
Defence accelerates the acquisition of drone and counter-drone technology
29 July, 2025The federal government has announced it is accelerating the acquisition of cutting-edge drone and counter-drone technologies for the Australian Defence Force (ADF).
Research looks at the future of GenAI in policy work
09 July, 2025Researchers at UNSW Canberra and ANU have revealed research examining the use of GenAI in policy work.
Queensland budgets $1 billion for whole-of-government tech overhaul
25 June, 2025The Queensland Government has announced a $1 billion fund to drive a coordinated whole-of-government approach to investment in digital and IT systems.
NSW Government announces Investment Delivery Authority
23 June, 2025The Investment Delivery Authority aims to attract and accelerate major investment.
Central Coast Council completes first remote sewer inspection
18 June, 2025Central Coast Council has successfully completed a remote sewer inspection using a remote-controlled vehicle employing scanning technology from Emesent.
Agentic AI could be Australia's productivity superpower if we seize it
16 June, 2025 by Sharryn Napier*Government agencies have an opportunity to lead by example and embrace AI technology to solve deeply rooted efficiency challenges.
Policy to practice: simulations can bridge the government AI skills gap
11 June, 2025 by Gerry McCusker*While the private sector seems to be embracing AI 'smarts', many government employees feel they're missing out on crucial learning skills to help them master AI.
Government investment framework moved to digital.gov.au
26 May, 2025The Digital and ICT Investment Oversight Framework (IOF) is a collaborative life cycle approach ensuring comprehensive planning of digital solutions.
NSW Government supports efficiency reforms for councils
12 May, 2025The NSW Government says it remains committed to ensuring NSW councils are efficient and financially sustainable.
Parramatta makes top 21 smart cities list
28 April, 2025Parramatta has earned a spot in the International Communities Forum's top 21 smartest communities list.
Sunshine Coast Council deploys AI avatar for customer service
22 April, 2025The Sunshine Coast Council is testing artificial intelligent (AI) avatar technology to support existing council services.
Queensland transitions to new digital identity system
17 April, 2025The Queensland Government has completed a transition to a new citizen digital ID system replacing the former QGov system.
DTA releases Major Digital Projects Report 2025
15 April, 2025The Digital Transformation Agency has published its annual report on major digital projects with 110 projects aiming to deliver benefits for Australians.
WA Government signs MOU with General Dynamics
14 April, 2025The Government of Western Australia has signed an MOU with one of the largest US defence contractors to help local businesses enter the AUKUS supply chain.
