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Umbraco opens Melbourne office & appoints APAC head

Umbraco opens Melbourne hub and names Emmanuel Tissera Head of APAC to drive expansion across Australia, New Zealand and Asia-Pacific.

By Sean Mitchell • 5 min read • Tue, 6th Jan 2026

Hyperscale

Macquarie Data Centres advances AUD $350m Sydney AI facility

Macquarie Data Centres has completed the structural phase of its AUD $350m IC3 Super West AI data centre in Sydney, opening in Q3 2026 with 47MW capacity.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Wed, 3rd Dec 2025

Firewalls

AI-powered assistant CASPER promises smarter cyber threat detection

UTS has developed CASPER AI, an assistant using AI to detect cyber threats and guide users and organisations in secure, compliant responses.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Sat, 22nd Nov 2025

Becextech

Sydney Opera House tops search as Aussies opt for local trips

The Sydney Opera House is Australia's most searched attraction as Aussies embrace daytrips and regional getaways, favouring local travel over international holidays.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 14th Nov 2025

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Unified Communications

NBN Co completes solar deals to hit 100% renewables

NBN taps Queensland solar farm to complete energy deals and power its broadband network with 100% renewable electricity from late 2025.

By Kaleah Salmon • 5 min read • Fri, 9th Jan 2026

Agricultural Technology

Zetifi & Icom launch UHF CB pack for remote drivers

Zetifi and Icom have launched a rugged UHF CB radio and antenna pack, targeting safer comms for remote drivers and fleet operators.

By Sean Mitchell • 5 min read • Wed, 17th Dec 2025

Data Analytics

Aon names James Harmer Head of Global & Corporate in Australia

Aon has appointed James Harmer as Head of Global and Corporate in Australia, leading a 170-strong team serving major complex clients.

By Melvin Hipolito • 4 min read • Thu, 11th Dec 2025

Digital Transformation

OpenAI unveils nationwide AI push & skills drive for Australia

OpenAI launches its first Asia Pacific OpenAI for Countries plan in Australia, pairing sovereign AI infrastructure with major skills drives.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Thu, 11th Dec 2025

Smart Cities

4Cabling expands with new Western Australia distribution centre

4Cabling is bolstering its presence with a new Western Australia distribution centre to enhance fibre solutions and cut lead times for local customers.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Thu, 4th Dec 2025

Digital Transformation

Australian digital services stall despite advances & AI push

Australian government digital services hold second place globally but show little performance gain despite AI advances and ongoing investment challenges.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Wed, 26th Nov 2025

Financial Services

Regional Australia & Summerland merger forms AUD $5bn bank

Regional Australia Bank and Summerland Bank members approve merger forming regional bank with AUD $5bn assets and 49 branches, ensuring no closures or job losses.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 21st Nov 2025

Inflation

Australian tech wages rise as job growth & hours diverge

Australia's tech sector sees 4.4% job growth and rising wages, yet cities like Brisbane and Perth face hiring declines amid reduced working hours.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 19th Nov 2025

Professional services

Australian SME loan applications rise, led by larger firms

Australian SME loan applications rose 14% in Q3, driven by larger firms, amid cautious borrowing and ongoing concerns over loan serviceability.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 18th Nov 2025

Digital Transformation

StackAdapt bolsters Australian team with two senior hires

StackAdapt strengthens its Australian presence with senior hires Chris Scudder and Sam Schneider to drive further growth in NSW and Victoria markets.

By Melvin Hipolito • 2 min read • Fri, 14th Nov 2025

Samsung

Tech tops Black Friday wishlists as astrology sways shoppers

This Black Friday, 58% of Australians aim to snap up tech deals, with astrology influencing 31% of shoppers in their purchase decisions.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Wed, 12th Nov 2025

Incubator

Cicada's deep tech incubator generates AUD $8 billion impact

Cicada Innovations, Australia's deep tech incubator, has generated an economic impact exceeding AUD $8 billion over 25 years, driven by AUD $6.5 billion raised.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 12th Nov 2025

Law firms

LHD Lawyers appoints four new Partners amid national expansion

LHD Lawyers celebrates its 35th year by appointing four new Partners, boosting its national growth across Sydney and Melbourne offices.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Fri, 31st Oct 2025

DevOps

Work experience gives girls hands-on exposure to ICT careers

The 2025 Work Experience Connection Programme offers 43 ACT and NSW girls and gender diverse students placements in ICT roles to boost diversity and skills.

By Kaleah Salmon • 4 min read • Mon, 27th Oct 2025