Archived News for IT Professionals - April, 2023
A super fund lobby has called for gig workers to be included in the system.
Medicare card on myGov
The Federal Government has taken a significant step towards bringing paper and plastic identity credentials into the digital age.
Robodebt collectors dropped
Government Services Minister Bill Shorten has taken steps to remove three private debt-collection agencies from Services Australia.
Traffic change waved ahead
The OneSKY project, a $4.1 billion air traffic control consolidation initiative, has been granted permission to ...
Leaks reveal spy details
Authorities are scrambling after sensitive US intelligence documents leaked online.
Rowland outlines safety plans
The Communications Minister has outlined her plans for online safety in response to a government inquiry into social media and internet safety.
Tesla eyes China site
Electric car manufacturer Tesla has announced plans to open a new ‘Megafactory’ in Shanghai.
App banned on China fears
Australia has followed in the footsteps of other Western countries by imposing a ban on the use of TikTok ...
Mayor considers ChatGPT action
A Victorian mayor could launch the first defamation lawsuit against ChatGPT.
TAFE hack touches thousands
TAFE SA has experienced a significant data breach compromising the personal information of over 2,000 students.
New brain sensors tested
Experts are working on a sensor that could someday enable “mind-controlled” robots.
Clearance system questioned
The Defence department is reportedly struggling to process staff security clearances.
Lifeline for vital records
Australia's largest digitised archive, Trove, has been promised millions in funding in the upcoming May budget.