Category: Innovation

SMS Sender ID Register to restore trust in Australian communications

The new SMS Sender ID Register legislation, which passed Parliament on 22 August, will help disrupt scammers and reduce the number of Australians being ripped...

Australian government strengthens digital project management skills

The Australian Government is prioritising digital transformation to better serve the communication needs of Australians. To ensure the success of these initiatives, the Digital Transformation...

Albanese government’s $18 million investment in ag-tech connectivity for farmers

The Albanese Government has opened Expressions of Interest for businesses and suppliers of ag-tech to participate in Round 2 of the On Farm Connectivity Program...

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...