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Australians spend 9.8 million hours on hold to government
Customer Experience

Australians spend 9.8 million hours on hold to government

A new study reveals 57% of Australians say better government customer service could sway their vote, with 9.8 million hours spent on hold to agencies in 2024.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 17th Apr 2025
Australian councils urged to adopt managed security services
Ransomware

Australian councils urged to adopt managed security services

In light of rising cyberattacks, Australian councils are urged to consider Managed Security Service Providers essential for robust cybersecurity and public trust.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Wed, 16th Apr 2025
Wyndham City Council completes phase one of digital upgrade
Smart Cities

Wyndham City Council completes phase one of digital upgrade

Wyndham City Council has launched the first phase of a digital overhaul, implementing TechnologyOne's OneCouncil ERP system to streamline operations and enhance services.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 3rd Apr 2025
Australian councils urged to enhance digital services
Software-as-a-Service

Australian councils urged to enhance digital services

A new report reveals Australian councils are struggling to meet digital service demands amid growing community expectations for streamlined access.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 26th Nov 2024
Shoalhaven City Council boosts disaster recovery with Azure
Software-as-a-Service

Shoalhaven City Council boosts disaster recovery with Azure

Shoalhaven City Council has upgraded its disaster recovery by migrating key services to Microsoft Azure, enhancing data security and operational efficiency.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 19th Nov 2024
City of Tea Tree Gully upgrades with TechnologyOne system
Document Management

City of Tea Tree Gully upgrades with TechnologyOne system

The City of Tea Tree Gully Council has adopted TechnologyOne's Property & Rating platform, streamlining processes and enhancing efficiency across operations.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Wed, 30th Oct 2024
Queensland councils enhance digital tools with Granicus
Digital Transformation

Queensland councils enhance digital tools with Granicus

The Local Government Association of Queensland has teamed up with Granicus to boost digital tools aimed at enhancing community liveability across the state.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Wed, 9th Oct 2024

Global Stories

Local government stories

Humanforce acquires LiveHire in USD $17.2M HR tech deal
Human Capital Management

Humanforce acquires LiveHire in USD $17.2M HR tech deal

Humanforce has acquired Australian HR tech firm LiveHire for USD $17.2 million, marking its fourth acquisition in two years to enhance workforce solutions.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 19th Dec 2024
Granicus honours Aussie & Kiwi digital government leaders
Digital Transformation

Granicus honours Aussie & Kiwi digital government leaders

Granicus has revealed its 2024 Digital Government Awards winners in Australia and New Zealand, celebrating innovative public sector digital advancements.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Wed, 27th Nov 2024
Lánluas guide helps public sector maximise ERP investments
EduTech

Lánluas guide helps public sector maximise ERP investments

Lánluas Consulting's new guide aims to empower public sector finance teams in optimising digital investments and enhancing operational efficiency.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 22nd Nov 2024
Logic Wireless: New Motorola Solutions body worn video distribution Australasia announcement
EduTech

Logic Wireless: New Motorola Solutions body worn video distribution Australasia announcement

Logic Wireless to distribute Motorola Solutions' Body Worn Video portfolio across Australasia, providing cutting-edge security solutions for diverse sectors.

By Tony Davis • 2 min read • Thu, 22nd Aug 2024

Stories from Other Regions

Local government stories

UK unveils AI action plan with commitment of GBP £14 billion
Data Privacy

UK unveils AI action plan with commitment of GBP £14 billion

Keir Starmer's AI Opportunities Action Plan commits GBP £14 billion to transform UK public services, advancing AI adoption while addressing industry concerns.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 16th Jan 2025
Medallia joins G-Cloud 14 to enhance public sector services
Digital Transformation

Medallia joins G-Cloud 14 to enhance public sector services

Medallia has been named a supplier on the UK's G-Cloud 14 framework, offering cloud solutions to boost experience management for public sector agencies.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Fri, 29th Nov 2024
JAGGAER appoints Mark Roberts as UK Public Sector Director
Supply Chain

JAGGAER appoints Mark Roberts as UK Public Sector Director

JAGGAER has appointed Mark Roberts as UK Public Sector Director, aiming to enhance its strategy in serving Central and Local Government effectively.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Mon, 18th Nov 2024
HCLTech partners with Tasman District for digital upgrade
Digital Transformation

HCLTech partners with Tasman District for digital upgrade

HCLTech will assist Tasman District Council in New Zealand with its Digital Innovation Programme to enhance online interactions for residents and staff.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Thu, 7th Nov 2024
Whanganui District Council selects Brightly for asset management
Digital Transformation

Whanganui District Council selects Brightly for asset management

Whanganui District Council has partnered with Brightly to enhance its asset management capabilities with cloud-based solutions, aiming for improved efficiency.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 10th Oct 2024
Mike Upton joins e2e-assure as Head of Public Sector
EduTech

Mike Upton joins e2e-assure as Head of Public Sector

e2e-assure has named Mike Upton as Head of Public Sector to spearhead strategic cyber defence initiatives amid rising threats to UK Public Sector infrastructure.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Tue, 17th Sep 2024