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Microsoft to deliver Azure from two Canberra data centres

Tue, 15th Aug 2017
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Microsoft will be the only major cloud provider in Aus to deliver hyperscale cloud services to handle Unclassified and Protected government data.
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Singapore & Australia forge partnership to tackle cybersecurity issues

Wed, 7th Jun 2017
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Singapore and Australia sign MOU to strengthen cybersecurity cooperation, including information sharing and joint exercises.
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Why a VPN is essential in Australia after the Metadata Retention Law

Thu, 20th Apr 2017
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As Australia enforces metadata retention, VPNs become crucial to safeguard privacy from government surveillance, making Get a VPN Day more relevant than ever.
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Aus Gov gets serious about late payments, launches national inquiry

Mon, 21st Nov 2016
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The Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman, Kate Carnell, has launched an inquiry into the late payment of small businesses.
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$14 million boost in supercomputer storage to benefit Australian science

Thu, 28th Jul 2016
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The Australian Government has given an additional £7m to the National Computational Infrastructure's (NCI) supercomputer.
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Australian Govt Dept of Employment chooses Qlik Sense for analytics

Mon, 4th Jul 2016
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We look forward to continuing our relationship with the Department of Employment to help them harness the full power of our visual analytics platform.
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Aussie Govt should make better use of survey data

Tue, 28th Jun 2016
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The Government could do well to make better use of survey data from the public in order to gain a better understanding of people's needs and wants.
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NEC to set up $4.38 million cyber security centre in Adelaide

Tue, 21st Jun 2016
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NEC Australia is set to establish a $4.38m Global Security Intel Centre in Adelaide to address growing demand for cyber security in Australia.
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CGI nabs Queensland government contract worth $58m

Mon, 30th May 2016
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CGI secures a £58.8m deal to enhance Queensland's debt recovery, aiming for smarter, faster collections with a high-tech solution.
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Avaya focuses on Govt with new appointment

Mon, 16th May 2016
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Avaya appoints Peter Whitely as new account director for Federal Government in Australia to drive digital transformation.
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UXC: Australia's Cyber Security Strategy a great leap forward

Wed, 11th May 2016
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Australia's new Cyber Security Strategy aims to address shortages in skilled professionals & promote cultural change.
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AU Govt Cyber Security Strategy: More insider insights

Thu, 5th May 2016
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We published a story last week to share some authoritative opinions from the industry about the Govt strategy - here's some more expert commentary.
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Is Big Brother watching? How metadata can affect you

Wed, 4th May 2016
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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.
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Aussie Govt makes sought after datasets available for free

Thu, 28th Apr 2016
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The Australian Government has made spatial data free through a dedicated website, benefiting various industries.
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The lowdown on Aussie Govt's Cyber Security Strategy

Tue, 26th Apr 2016
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Malcom Turnbull recently announced Australia's Cyber Security Strategy for the future - here are some insights from professionals in the industry.
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Aussie Government urges business to take action against cyber threats

Thu, 21st Apr 2016
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Australian businesses are falling behind in cyber security, leaving them vulnerable to cyber criminals, according to Deloitte.
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Blue Coat endorses Aussie Govt cyber security strategy

Fri, 15th Apr 2016
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Blue Coat welcomes Australian Government's cyber security strategy update, says it will make networks more resilient.
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Avaya inks Aussie Treasury deal

Tue, 9th Feb 2016
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Avaya secures a deal with the Australian Treasury to replace their outdated network with Avaya's SDN Fx architecture, enhancing efficiency and reliability.
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First tranche of federal government hardware suppliers named

Tue, 29th Sep 2015
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New whole-of-government hardware panel includes Mac1, OPC IT and Samsung in first tranche of preferred tenderers, more to follow.
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Aussie Government gears up for nbn satellite launch

Wed, 19th Aug 2015
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The nbn long term satellite service will be a 'game changer' for those living and working in regional and remote areas.