New technology sees trucks ‘talk’ to traffic lights

In a bid to tackle growing congestion, the NSW Government is introducing technology that will soon see trucks interact with traffic lights to gain priority on key freight routes.

5 June, 2018

‘Building blocks’ of digital transformation ignored

No longer simply the tools used by developers for internal systems, APIs can push digital government programs to new levels, writes Dean Lacheca.

28 May, 2018

Embrace streets as ‘important public spaces’, governments told

A collaboration of planners, architects and technology developers says that greener, smarter streets lead to more inclusive cities.

18 May, 2018

Local governments tackle water waste

Extensive community education programs and the use of smart technologies are among the tools being used by “water wise” councils in Western Australia.

14 May, 2018

Global smart cities body targets Australia

An international collaboration of global technology companies, advisors and planners is moving to support governments in Australia in the development and roll out of smart city initiatives.

1 May, 2018

IT literacy: training to upskill public sector on the cloud

A new program aims to boost cloud computing skills in the public sector and upskill workers on data security as the Commonwealth’s transition to cloud-based infrastructure gains traction.

23 April, 2018

Augmenting technology: the new skills for government professionals

Government agencies are identifying the skills their staff will need to effectively complement emerging technologies that promise to transform service delivery, senior bureaucrats say.

22 March, 2018

Home alone: tool helps connect isolated residents

An Australian innovation could help local councils tackle worrying rates of social isolation in their communities, particularly among seniors living alone.

5 March, 2018

Technology, jobs, and government input

What impact will new technologies have on future employment, and what’s the government’s role?

21 September, 2017

Public sector innovation: who are the champions?

The awards recognise the innovative work that occurs in the public service.

31 July, 2017

Merged council says it followed procurement rules over $9m IT contract

Pleads ‘extenuating circumstances’

6 June, 2017

NSW edges ahead with digital strategy but must keep promises, says expert

Keeping customer experience central to services.

30 May, 2017

MyGov verdict: functional (just)

‘Little annoyances’ remain for users.

25 May, 2017

Korean solar waste compactor could slash councils’ rubbish collection costs

Victorian council trials Clean Cube.

24 May, 2017