Category: Innovation

Australian government extends Digital Sisters program

The Albanese Labor Government is partnering with 55 community organisations across Australia to improve the digital inclusion of refugee and migrant women. Overseen by the...

Calls grow for AI Safety Institute as Australians express concerns over AI risks

Australians for AI Safety revealed that more than half of Australians think that the risks of AI outweigh its benefits, according to polling from the...

Communicating Healthy Masculinities: A partnership to end gender-based violence

The Albanese Labor Government is collaborating with the Movember Institute of Men’s Health. This transformative partnership is to advance the work of assisting young men...

From ‘never trust, always verify’ to action: Australia’s shift to Zero Trust Architecture

The Australian government is implementing a comprehensive zero-trust model across all sectors to enhance cybersecurity. This effort is strengthening the nation’s digital security as part...

CDU study develops tools to promote online safety using linguistic patterns

A groundbreaking new study into the patterns of terrorist language could help authorities create algorithms to detect and flag extremist content online. The study by...

Government unveils ‘Trust Exchange’ for secure digital ID verification

In an address to the National Press Club in Canberra, the Minister for Government Services, Bill Shorten, announced the Albanese government is developing ‘brand new...

Enhancing robot efficiency through team-based communication

New research from the University of Massachusetts Amherst has revealed that programming robots to form their own teams and voluntarily wait for teammates leads to...

Communication in aged care aided by digital advance care plans

Touchstone Life Care and aged care provider Whiddon have secured an $85,000 grant from the J.O & J.R Wicking Trust to provide free digital advance...

Australia advances nuclear submarine program with new AUKUS agreement

Australia, the United Kingdom and the United States have together reached another significant AUKUS milestone, with the signing of an agreement to enable cooperation that...

Revolutionising defence with digital engineering

Defence is transforming how it works with businesses through the launch of the Defence Digital Engineering Strategy to speed up capability acquisition and address operational...

Managing hybrid IT environments in government with observability

Observability can help government IT leaders reduce today’s system complexity and manage complex hybrid environments. A well-executed home renovation goes beyond cosmetic repairs and surface-level...

Australia and US strengthen satellite collaboration with Landsat Next partnership

Australia has formally joined the United States-led Landsat Next satellite program, cementing an enduring partnership and building on nearly half a century of collaboration in...

Albanese government expands funding for farmers’ ag-tech solutions

The Albanese Government is increasing help to Australian farmers and primary producers by launching Round Two of its popular On Farm Connectivity Program (OFCP). The...

Government’s ongoing efforts for digital connectivity in Far North Queensland

Far North Queensland, renowned for its world-heritage listed biodiversity and rich cultural heritage, faces significant connectivity challenges due to its remoteness. The Albanese Government aims...

Securing the future: ANZ’s cybersecurity innovations and standards

Australia and New Zealand (ANZ) are rapidly investing in and strengthening their nationwide cybersecurity postures. Credit is due when great success stories emerge, especially in...

AI’s role in nursing: Balancing innovation with ethical nursing practices

The Australian College of Nursing (ACN) has released a position statement on Artificial Intelligence (AI). It highlights the transformative potential of AI in nursing while...

Advancing Australia’s digital services with comprehensive risk management

As Australia speeds up its digital transformation, more citizens are turning to online platforms for government services. This growing reliance on digital government highlights an...

School Student Broadband Initiative advances digital inclusion

The Albanese Government has announced more than 15,000 Aussie families have been connected with free internet. This was done as part of the School Student...

New safety technology on trial at Quirindi level crossing

Callaghans Lane Level Crossing near Quirindi has been chosen as the site for a $1.2 million trial of digital technology. This trial is designed to...

Election commitments to boost mobile coverage enter stage 2

Applications are open for Stage 2 of the Albanese Government’s targeted election commitment program to improve mobile coverage in Majors Creek and Mangrove Mountain. In...