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Avaya focuses on Govt with new appointment
Unified Communications

Avaya focuses on Govt with new appointment

Avaya appoints Peter Whitely as new account director for Federal Government in Australia to drive digital transformation.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Mon, 16th May 2016
UXC: Australia's Cyber Security Strategy a great leap forward
Risk & Compliance

UXC: Australia's Cyber Security Strategy a great leap forward

Australia's new Cyber Security Strategy aims to address shortages in skilled professionals & promote cultural change.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Wed, 11th May 2016
AU Govt Cyber Security Strategy: More insider insights
Cybersecurity

AU Govt Cyber Security Strategy: More insider insights

We published a story last week to share some authoritative opinions from the industry about the Govt strategy - here's some more expert commentary.

By Ashton Young • 3 min read • Thu, 5th May 2016
Is Big Brother watching? How metadata can affect you
Cybersecurity

Is Big Brother watching? How metadata can affect you

It's been 5 months since the introduction of Australia's metadata laws came into effect, and the general public's understanding remains vague at best.

By Mike Cullen • 3 min read • Wed, 4th May 2016
Ask the experts: Unwrapping the Forrest Gump budget
Australian Government

Ask the experts: Unwrapping the Forrest Gump budget

Federal Treasurer Scott Morrison has unveiled a surprise Budget with measures designed to drive economic growth and combat tax avoidance.

By Con Paoliello • 3 min read • Wed, 4th May 2016
Aussie Govt makes sought after datasets available for free
Data Analytics

Aussie Govt makes sought after datasets available for free

The Australian Government has made spatial data free through a dedicated website, benefiting various industries.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 28th Apr 2016
The lowdown on Aussie Govt's Cyber Security Strategy
Cybersecurity

The lowdown on Aussie Govt's Cyber Security Strategy

Malcom Turnbull recently announced Australia's Cyber Security Strategy for the future - here are some insights from professionals in the industry.

By Ashton Young • 4 min read • Tue, 26th Apr 2016
Aussie Government urges business to take action against cyber threats
Cybersecurity

Aussie Government urges business to take action against cyber threats

Australian businesses are falling behind in cyber security, leaving them vulnerable to cyber criminals, according to Deloitte.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Thu, 21st Apr 2016
Blue Coat endorses Aussie Govt cyber security strategy
Cybersecurity

Blue Coat endorses Aussie Govt cyber security strategy

Blue Coat welcomes Australian Government's cyber security strategy update, says it will make networks more resilient.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Fri, 15th Apr 2016
Avaya inks Aussie Treasury deal
Surveillance

Avaya inks Aussie Treasury deal

Avaya secures a deal with the Australian Treasury to replace their outdated network with Avaya's SDN Fx architecture, enhancing efficiency and reliability.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 9th Feb 2016
Digital marketplace opens up access to government ICT spend
Unified Communications

Digital marketplace opens up access to government ICT spend

Government tees up digital marketplace to enable more ICT suppliers to nab some of the $5b annual government ICT spend and a cyber security centre.

By Heather Wright • 3 min read • Tue, 8th Dec 2015

Stories from Other Regions

Australian Government stories

It's about time Australian businesses invested in cyber security
Cybersecurity

It's about time Australian businesses invested in cyber security

Cyber crime costs Australia over $1 billion annually, but many businesses fail to publicly acknowledge breaches.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Tue, 17th May 2016
WA Govt teams with Readify for emergency room app
Health Technologies

WA Govt teams with Readify for emergency room app

The Western Australian Government launches an app to help Perth residents know the best hospital to go to in an emergency.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Mon, 16th May 2016
Should the Government regulate cybersecurity?
Firewalls

Should the Government regulate cybersecurity?

Trying to codify cybersecurity regulations can be a lot like trying to paint a racecar as it zips around the track.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Fri, 13th May 2016
Aussie company takes home four awards for 'inspiring ICT innovation'
Information Communication & Technology

Aussie company takes home four awards for 'inspiring ICT innovation'

Ajilon, the systems integrator, and key client Landgate have been shortlisted in four categories at the WAITTA INCITE Awards.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Mon, 9th May 2016
Cirrus Networks eyes $5b govt ICT spend with Canberra move
DevOps

Cirrus Networks eyes $5b govt ICT spend with Canberra move

IT provider Cirrus Networks is spreading its wings and opening a Canberra office as it seeks to garner an increased share of the $5b govt ICT spend.

By Heather Wright • 2 min read • Wed, 27th Apr 2016
AU Government launches new Agenda to foster innovation
Australian Government

AU Government launches new Agenda to foster innovation

The Australian Government has announced its intent to help support and develop local businesses with The National Innovation and Science Agenda.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 8th Dec 2015
HP, NEC join whole of govt ICT panel
Digital Signage

HP, NEC join whole of govt ICT panel

Ten more companies, including HP and NEC, have been added to the whole-of-Australian-Government ICT hardware and associated services panel.

By Heather Wright • 2 min read • Mon, 16th Nov 2015