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Tasmanian Place Branding boss to speak at conference
As CEO of Australia’s first statutory place-branding authority, Todd Babiak knows a thing or two about the topic, and he'll be sharing some of that knowledge at the Place Branding Australia conference in Sydney.
NSW trials first locally made emission-free bus
The NSW government is trialing the state’s first locally built electric bus.
Lewd comments, horseplay earn councillor $4,000 fine
A former Qld councillor has been fined after his appearance on a reality TV show.
APS workforce strategy released
An APS Academy will be established to drive transformation of the public service.
Rebooting the night time economy
NSW's first night time commissioner outlines his vision for the 24-hour-economy.
NSW councillors now eligible for super
NSW councils will be able to make superannuation contributions from next year.
ATO awards $11m contract for face scanning technology
A UK biometric authentication company will provide face scanning technology for myGovID.
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Scathing report finds little has changed at PwC
Qld council welcomes progress on massive battery system
‘Local’ procurement turns out not to be so local, committee hears
Another report finds local government falling down on cyber security
MoG changes see regions, investment return to NSW Premier’s Department
A Deep Dive into Digital Transformation with Civica
The power of digital transformation: how Australian councils are achieving a green tech future, providing better citizen services and moving close to the Holy Grail of IT.
A Deep Dive into federated information governance with Objective
With data sprawl and data silos an exponentially growing issue for the public sector, federated information management helps organisations remain compliant with governance regulations and maintain high levels of security – without moving their data. Bad news: information silos will always exist. Good news: Not a problem! The bad news is that information silos will […]
A Deep Dive into environmental, social and corporate governance with Interflow
Sometimes, forward-thinking has to do with innovation. Often it has to do with professionalism and skills and good commercial decision making. But today, there’s another vital ingredient in the recipe for business success – ESG, or environmental, social and governance. For further information, please visit www.interflow.com.au.
Culverts: Delivering Streams of innovation
Mostly unseen, culverts allow waterways to flow while supporting roads and rail networks. Many culverts are now ripe for attention, highlighting the essential role they play in our Regional and Metro infrastructure.
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The Australian government is taking proactive steps to enhance the resilience, security, and reliability of our critical infrastructure. And regional data centres are playing a pivotal role in this transformation.
Over the coming years, cities will need to enhance their traffic management strategies to meet several emerging trends. We’ll soon see connected automated vehicles, micro-mobility, multimodal public transit, and continued use of ridesharing. These change how roads are used and the types of vehicles on our roads.
For government, achieving AI equilibrium boils down to answering one key question: how do you implement comprehensive governance controls without stifling innovation?
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APS hybrid work is here to stay, report finds
Hybrid working is here to stay, and the benefits outweigh the negatives, according to a new report.
Research finds disconnect between apartment growth, transport
Research shows apartment growth in in Melbourne is outstripping growth in public transport.
Research suggests urban green spaces more beneficial than thought
Reserachers have found another good reason to build more parks.
Seeking greater innovation, optimised services and operational excellence?
Seeking greater innovation, optimised services and operational excellence? Service integration and management could be the answer!
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That’s using plastic for good
Not all plastics are the same. Take engineered plastic pipes. Unlike single use plastics, plastic pipes are long-life products, not single use, made from materials engineered to be robust, reliable, recyclable with a service life in excess of 100 years.
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Council uses smart tech to zap footpath weeds
A Queensland Council is using smart technology to eliminate weeds that pop up in cracks on local footpaths.
Council’s leak detection team shows dogged determination
Central Coast Council has recruited a canine team trained by Sydney Water to sniff out leakages in its water and sewer network.
Council scoops prize at Architecture Awards
Blacktown City Council has been recognised for excellence in community development by the Australian Institute of Architects.
Secure, Sustainable, Local: Acer Leads
Acer emphasises local manufacturing in Western Sydney, uniting advanced security with innovation to support government operations. This strategic focus enhances quality, sustainability, and job creation, showcasing Acer's commitment to empowering Australia's future.
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Sue Phillips on: 15 councils participate in SA emissions reduction trial
Garth Daddy on: War memorial contracts fudged, audit finds
Roger Buhlert on: New VLGA appointment vows to lift governance standards