The Local Government Cyber Security Pilot Project (LG CSPP) strengthens cybersecurity defences in local government operations across Western Australia. The 2024 State Budget allocates $946,000 to support its implementation. The Department of Local Government, Sport, ...
The NSW Government accepts Expressions of Interest (EOI) for the Regional Development Advisory Council (RDAC). They encourage community members with expertise in regional economics, local government, and climate resilience to apply. The Minns Labour Government ...
The Minns Labour Government introduced a new initiative to improve access to government services by implementing an ‘Easy Read’ format. This format presents complex information clearly, using straightforward language, large fonts, and helpful images to ...
The Security of Critical Infrastructure Act 2018 (SOCI Act) includes the Critical Infrastructure Risk Management Programme (CIRMP) as a key element. Starting 1 July 2024, responsible entities must submit their initial CIRMP Annual Report by ...
The Australian Federal Police (AFP) takes proactive steps to influence the future of cybersecurity within the public sector through its forward-thinking Genius Armoury Programme, which mentors neurodivergent individuals and provides them with vital skills to ...
The Albanese Government plans to introduce legislation that establishes a minimum age requirement for accessing social media, representing an essential step in protecting Australian children from online risks. This upcoming federal legislation aims to create ...
The recently passed legislation, referred to as the Future Made in Australia, advances the nation’s economic resilience and industrial capabilities in light of the global transition to net zero emissions. This legislative package plays a ...
The Albanese Labour Government recently passed the Criminal Code Amendment (Deepfake Sexual Material) Bill 2024. This legislation aims to address the issue of non-consensual sexually explicit deepfakes by implementing strict criminal penalties for those who ...
The Albanese Government implements significant measures to improve the safety of artificial intelligence (AI) in Australia, addressing both public and industry apprehensions regarding the swift introduction of high-risk AI technologies. In September 2024, officials unveiled ...
The NSW government has introduced a range of cutting-edge tools to enhance online safety in response to the concerning rise in scam activities throughout Australia. These measures were implemented during Scams Awareness Week. Designers created ...
The Albanese Government has enabled more than 500,000 homes and businesses in Western Australia to upgrade to a world-class full fibre NBN broadband connection. The Albanese Government is investing $2.4 billion in NBN Co over ...
The Executive Cyber Council gathered in Sydney on 6 August 2024, with the Hon. Tony Burke MP, the Minister for Cybersecurity, leading the meeting. This crucial meeting propelled the Australian Cybersecurity Strategy 2023–2030, with a ...
