Industry News
NSW ePlanning service driven by government data
The NSW Government, along with technology start-up Giraffe, has launched an ePlanning service that allows users to analyse layers of data about NSW infrastructure. [ + ]
Survey finds cybersecurity is top priority for US cities
An annual cybersecurity survey of tech leaders from across the United States has found that cybersecurity is a top priority for cities and counties. [ + ]
DTA offering virtual course on cloud computing basics
The DTA is offering a virtual course on cloud computing basics with Microsoft 365 Fundamentals for Australian Public Service digital professionals. [ + ]
Emergency WA platform updated to provide COVID-19 alerts
The Department of Health and DFES have collaborated to customise the Emergency WA platform, to provide geographically targeted warnings and alerts about COVID-19. [ + ]
Returning Qld Govt urged to ramp up digitalisation
The AIIA urged the returning Queensland Government to increase spending on building digital capability to help the state catch up with the rest of the country. [ + ]
Oracle SaaS products get IRAP certification
Oracle has secured protected-level certification for several SaaS products under the ACSC's Information Security Registered Assessors Program. [ + ]
EPA AirWatch awarded for 2020 bushfire service
EPA Victoria has won a global award for its AirWatch website, which provided health advice and air quality forecasts during the 2020 bushfires. [ + ]
My Health Record usage surges in FY20
Hospitals grappling with the effects of the summer's natural disasters followed by the COVID-19 pandemic increased usage of the My Health Record system by 300%. [ + ]
WA creates online induction for public sector
Western Australian public servants will now complete their general induction into the state's public sector online. [ + ]
NSW Government suppliers migrate to scaled-up Supplier Hub
All active registered NSW Government suppliers will migrate to the new buy.nsw Supplier Hub, enabling businesses to connect with government departments. [ + ]
$600m investment in new Navy information systems
The Australian Government will invest $600 million into the Australian Defence Force's maritime communications as part of a new Fleet Information Environment. [ + ]
Digital ID apps to exceed 6.2 billion by 2025
A study has predicted that the number of digital identity apps in use will exceed 6.2 billion by 2025, from just over one billion in 2020. [ + ]
Call for feedback on Open Government national action plan
The final round of consultation for Australia's third Open Government Partnership national action plan is now underway. [ + ]
Beta trial to help shape the future of myGov
The DTA is looking for participants for its myGov Beta trial, to help people more easily find and access government payments and services. [ + ]
Examination of privacy and security in Victorian universities
Victoria's Privacy and Data Protection Deputy Commissioner will examine the protection of personal information in eight Victorian universities. [ + ]
