Major transition to telehealth underway in Tasmania
15 April, 2020 by Amy SarcevicMore than 20 virtual rooms have been expanded to accommodate up to 5000 telehealth appointments at Launceston General Hospital.
ACT expands Chromebook program to primary students
02 April, 2020 by Jonathan NallyThe ACT has expanded its digital education effort by providing Chromebooks to public school students in years 4, 5 and 6.
NSW Police signs deal to strengthen biometrics
02 April, 2020 by Amy SarcevicNSW Police will continue to use Livescan technology to capture biometric data about criminals and suspects.
MFB SoHo S210 enclosures
01 April, 2020 | Supplied by: MFB Products Pty LtdMFB's SoHo 210 simple enclosures provide an under-desk vertical storage solution for modems, switches, routers and other peripheral devices.
Projects shortlisted for smart city awards
31 March, 2020 by Jonathan NallyEight Australian and four New Zealand projects have made the shortlist of finalists for the 2020 IDC Asia Pacific Smart Cities Awards.
Switching technology pays off for IX Australia
26 March, 2020 | Supplied by: Extreme Networks AustraliaIX Australia and Extreme have partnered to deliver 100 GB peering for internet services and content.
US DOD adopts ethical principles for AI
10 March, 2020 by Dylan Bushell-EmblingAs the US Department of Defense adopts ethical principles for the use of AI by the military, Australia, too, is beginning to develop its own AI outlook.
400 SA schools now connected to high-speed internet
03 March, 2020Four hundred SA schools are now connected to high-speed, fibre-optic internet through the state government's $80 million 'SWiFT' project.
Australia and the WRC — seeking spectrum harmony
26 February, 2020 by Jonathan NallyAustralia's delegation to the WRC-19 focused on advancing the nation's legitimate interests in spectrum policy and technology matters.
UK Govt pledges £1.2bn for new climate supercomputer
25 February, 2020The UK Government is set to put up to £1.2bn towards the development of a new weather and climate forecasting supercomputer.
Terabit Territory moves closer with fibre upgrade
19 February, 2020The NT Government is set to invest $7.9 million in a fibre-optic network upgrade, which will see speeds reach 20 Tbps.
Fighting fire with comms firepower
18 February, 2020 by Jonathan NallyThe NSW Telco Authority found itself in the thick of battle during the bushfires, working to maintain emergency communications and restoring damaged sites.
Global smart city spending to reach $124bn in 2020: IDC
14 February, 2020Global spending on smart city initiatives is set to reach nearly $124bn in 2020, with Singapore, Tokyo, New York and London posting over $1bn each, IDC tips.
Victorian Government supports new skills hub
12 February, 2020The Victorian Government has invested $10m in a new 'skills hub' designed to support students' future work success.
Smart Cities & Communities Awards nominations open
10 February, 2020 by Jonathan Nally | Supplied by: Australian Smart Communities AssociationNominations are now open for the 2020 Smart Cities & Communities Awards, presented by the Australian Smart Communities Association.
