Federal Government stories

Atturra forecasts record earnings growth amid acquisitions
3 days ago
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managed services
Atturra forecasts impressive first-half earnings for fiscal 2025, with estimated revenue of AUD $140-142 million, reflecting a 26-28% increase from last year.

Macquarie Government expands partnership with Netskope
Thu, 28th Nov 2024
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firewalls
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network security
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casb
Macquarie Government has expanded its partnership with Netskope, enhancing network security for a major Federal Government department in Australia.

Ransomware payments rise to AUD $1.35m for Australian firms
Thu, 28th Nov 2024
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ransomware
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breach prevention
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cybersecurity
New research reveals that Australian firms now face an average ransomware payment of AUD $1.35 million, highlighting an alarming rise in cyber extortion.

Exclusive: Konica Minolta Australia's Sales Chief highlights innovation and growth
Tue, 26th Nov 2024
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leadership
Dean Hosking, Sales Chief at Konica Minolta Australia, reflects on innovation and growth amid market challenges, aiming for a productive 2024.

AppOmni earns FedRAMP status, enhancing SaaS security
Fri, 25th Oct 2024
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saas
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data protection
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ecm
AppOmni has secured FedRAMP In Process status, marking a pivotal advancement in its mission to enhance SaaS security for federal agencies across the U.S.

Longer passwords advised over complexity, says Tesserent
Thu, 10th Oct 2024
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mfa
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cybersecurity
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online security
Tesserent highlights a major shift in password security advice from NIST, urging longer passphrases over complex passwords to bolster cybersecurity.

Albanese govt shifting to more permanent roles and less consultants
Tue, 8th Oct 2024
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hcm
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recruitment
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federal government
A whitepaper from Talent reveals shifts in the Federal Government's hiring, including a $624 million cut in consulting firm spending and a move to permanent staff.

Consent Labs expands in Victoria amid growing demand for education
Mon, 30th Sep 2024
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edutech
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investment
Consent Labs expands operations in Victoria to meet demand for consent education, supported by a Federal Government investment of AUD $117.6 million.

Government's 15% pay rise for ECE staff misses core issues
Wed, 14th Aug 2024
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ai
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early childhood education
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federal government
The Australian government's recent 15% pay rise for Early Childhood Education workers faces criticism from stakeholders who argue deeper issues like excessive admin tasks and high staff turnover need addressing.

Cybersecurity experts praise new Australian Government mandate
Thu, 8th Aug 2024
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firewalls
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it training
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encryption
Australian Government's PSPF Direction 002-2024 mandates stronger cybersecurity measures, sparking industry experts' applause and calls for resourceful implementation to mitigate risks.

Australia's energy transition behind global pace, study says
Mon, 5th Aug 2024
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power / energy
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cleantech
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government
Leaders are pushing the Australian government to support the energy transition, as many firms still face hurdles in decarbonising their operations.

Speeding towards a sustainable future
Wed, 3rd Jul 2024
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data analytics
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risk & compliance
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cleantech
As consumer demand and regulatory pressures rise, businesses, especially in the automotive industry, are rapidly prioritising sustainability, from electric vehicles to pre-loved parts.

Telco Together Foundation urges action on digital abuse in review
Wed, 29th May 2024
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edutech
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social media
The federal government's 'rapid review' into preventing violence against women has sparked urgent calls for stronger measures against digital abuse, according to the Telco Together Foundation.

Sekuro appoints Scott Waters as security advisor to government
Mon, 20th May 2024
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advanced persistent threat protection
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cybersecurity
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public sector
Australian cyber security consultancy Sekuro appoints Scott Waters as Security Advisor to the Federal Government amid rising cyber threats targeting critical infrastructure.

RecycleSmart secures $1.15 million to fuel national expansion
Fri, 17th May 2024
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power / energy
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google
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transparency
RecycleSmart raises $1.15m from 1014 investors as demand for its innovative waste management services doubles. Expansion set to boost Australia’s recycling efforts.

Carbonix founder questions government support for innovation
Wed, 15th May 2024
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government
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federal government
Dario Valenza, founder of Carbonix, criticises the Australian government's sluggish support for tech innovation, citing delayed grants and inconsistent policies.

FinTech Australia asks for policy rethink amid start-up funding woes
Wed, 17th Apr 2024
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fintech
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crowdfunding
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federal government
FinTech Australia calls for government policy revisions, citing capital raising challenges for startups and the need for stronger support from Austrade to boost the country's fintech reputation internationally.

DTA unveils Learning Pathways to bolster dementia care in Australia
Wed, 3rd Apr 2024
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it training
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healthtech
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federal government
Dementia Training Australia (DTA) introduces Learning Pathways, an online tool for enhancing dementia care standards nationwide.

RIC's digital transformation revolutionises Australian farm loans
Mon, 25th Mar 2024
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saas
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digital transformation
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hyperscale
The Regional Investment Corporation (RIC) and Infosys Finacle have successfully launched the SaaS-based Finacle Digital Lending Solution, streamlining RIC's operations and lowering costs.

Sarah Martin joins Avec as General Manager, ACT
Thu, 18th Jan 2024
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devops
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apm
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software development
Leading IT project delivery company, Avec, appoints seasoned tech executive, Sarah Martin, as General Manager, ACT, enhancing its growth prospects in the region.