As new laws fast-tracking duplex developments meet resistance from NSW local governments, Urban Taskforce says councils are being “mischievous” while experts call for focus on evidence.
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Author: Georgia Clark (Georgia Clark)
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Government should lead AI certification: Finkel
Australia’s Chief Scientist has urged the Federal Government to use its purchasing power to reward ethical conduct by providers of artificial intelligence.
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Cyber security: call for mandatory APS training
As education providers rush to roll out new cyber security courses for government professionals, an expert has called for mandatory training across the public sector.
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Cyber security: collaboration key as government sets sights on zero risks
Cyber Security Minister says all governments must work together to abolish cyber threats, while a leading cyber-defence CEO points to managing risk in the supply chain as a key issue.
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Councils’ coastal risk: study points to resource shortage
As Queensland councils spearhead programs to mitigate the impact of rising sea levels, new research warns some local authorities lack capacity to manage coastal risks.
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Noticeboard: MAV appoints first female chief executive
Also in this wrap: Gary Murphy appointed head of the Central Coast Council, City of Darwin takes on new CEO Scott Waters, and Peter Achterstraat appointed NSW Productivity Commissioner.
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Budget: Commonwealth ‘looking broadly’ with technology spend
The budget’s boost to the digital identity program and departmental ICT upgrades and investments have been welcomed by industry and analysts.
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Councils swoop on solutions to flying-fox woes
Rapidly growing flying-fox colonies in urban areas are causing grief for councils across NSW but state support for long-term resettlement of habitats could offer a solution.
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NT budget: public sector job and wage cuts condemned
The Northern Territory Government’s cuts to the public sector wage bill have been criticised while its $28 million boost to local government and rural infrastructure has been praised.
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Councils adopt e-forms in digital transition
Residents in more than half of Queensland’s councils will soon be able to lodge council forms online, with self-service on multiple devices and the potential for instant messaging.