Western Sydney University disclosed a cyber incident that resulted in unauthorised access to sensitive data in its student management system and other essential backend storage systems. A data breach occurred between 14 August and 31 ...
ASIC has unveiled a new initiative to tackle the growing complexity of the regulatory environment in Australia, focusing on its impact on digital governance and data management in the public sector. “As a community, we ...
The Albanese Government will introduce legislation to set 16 as the minimum age for social media access. This move follows endorsement by the National Cabinet. The decision follows extensive consultation with young people, parents and ...
The Australian Government officially designates 46 additional critical infrastructure assets as “Systems of National Significance” (SoNS), raising the total to over 200 across essential sectors like energy, communications, transport, financial services, food and grocery, and ...
Australia’s public sector leaders prepare for a pivotal moment in digital governance as AI Month 2024 emerges as a unique platform to explore the profound effects of artificial intelligence (AI) on public services and data ...
Noonan Real Estate Agency Pty. Ltd. faces a significant ruling from the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC), highlighting the critical need to safeguard personal data. The agency violated Australian Privacy Principle 6 (APP ...
Recent data from AusTender, Australia’s official procurement information system, shows that the Australian government awarded $99.6 billion in procurement contracts during the 2023-24 fiscal year, marking a remarkable milestone. Recent findings from the Department of ...
The New South Wales (NSW) government advances its digital transformation efforts by pursuing cutting-edge artificial intelligence (AI) and technology solutions that enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of the state’s planning system. The government launches two ...
The Western Australian (WA) Government announces an important update to its state STEM skills strategy, focusing on cultivating a workforce ready to tackle the challenges and seize the opportunities presented by advanced technologies like artificial ...
The National AI Centre and CSIRO’s Data61 unveiled a comprehensive guide to leverage artificial intelligence (AI) for achieving environmental, social, and governance (ESG) goals in Australia’s public sector. “AI and ESG: A Guide for Responsible ...
The Australian Government unveiled the Intelligence Services and Other Legislation Amendment (Cyber Security) Bill 2024, marking a significant advancement in the country’s cybersecurity framework. The recent legislation mandates the Australian Signals Directorate (ASD) to follow ...
The Queensland Government’s Customer and Digital Group (QGCDG) unveiled a detailed artificial intelligence governance policy to guide the implementation of AI in state agencies. The new policy sets up strong governance frameworks and risk management ...
