The Cyber Security Legislation Package marks a significant milestone for Australia’s cybersecurity landscape, particularly in the public sector. The Australian Government has unveiled a package to strengthen national resilience and align the country’s legal framework ...
The development of a successful digital government is driven by accessing information and encouraging participation. This method allows individuals to easily access information about governmental activities and choices. In Australia, the push for increased access ...
To address financial challenges and governance concerns within Insurance and Care NSW (iCare), the NSW Treasury reviewed operational expenditure related to iCare, which has significant long-term implications for the state’s public sector. Minister for Work ...
The ongoing evolution of cyber threats makes protecting the sports sector a rising priority in Australia’s cybersecurity framework. Cyber safety in sports protects athletes, organisations, and sporting communities from digital threats such as data breaches, ...
Strong cybersecurity measures for operational technology (OT) systems ensure the security of Australia’s public sector, protecting essential services like utilities, transportation, and energy grids. Operational technology differs from conventional IT systems in that it focuses ...
The Victorian Protective Data Security Standards (VPDSS) ensure the security of sensitive data within Victorian public sector organisations, as established under the Privacy and Data Protection Act 2014 (PDP Act). The Department of Families, Fairness, ...
Over the past 30 years, we have observed remarkable changes in the way local governments manage and use data. Paper-based systems, at their best, relied on knowledgeable, specialist staff who spent their days manually sorting, ...
New South Wales implements a robust framework of stringent strata regulations that enhance transparency and accountability within strata management. Parliament recently approved these laws, which address concerns such as undisclosed conflicts of interest, excessive insurance ...
The Australian Government will rename its digital identity app, myGovID, to myID in November 2024. This change marks a significant step forward in improving the nation’s digital governance framework. This adjustment clarifies the distinction between ...
The Australian Federal Police (AFP) retrieved $777,000 taken from a victim in a Business Email Compromise (BEC) scam, highlighting the urgent need for prompt measures against cybercrime. A South Australian woman became a victim of ...
In October 2024, Australia will observe Cyber Security Awareness Month (CSAM), a national initiative that aims to improve cybersecurity practices for individuals and organisations. This year’s theme, “Cyber security is everyone’s business,” highlights that all ...
The City of Greater Bendigo launched a Community Needs Assessment survey to identify the most urgent social challenges residents face. Community members can access the online survey on the city’s Let’s Talk community engagement website. ...
