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Governments everywhere have come to realise that digital service delivery can be both more effective and less costly.

Which is why Australia’s Federal government established the Digital Transformation Agency to pave the way for an aggressive push into digital services.

iTnews has chronicled the resulting stream of new initiatives that change the way citizens and businesses work with government.

For this year’s benchmark we received entries from federal agencies detailing such efforts and showcasing how Canberra is not just talking technology, but using it to deliver outcomes that matter for Australians.

NBN Co to charge free fibre recipients that don't stick with higher speed plans

NBN Co to charge free fibre recipients that don't stick with higher speed plans

For at least a year.
Ry Crozier Sep 15 2021 11:56AM Telco/ISP
NBN Co accused of turning a blind eye to its subcontractor workforce

NBN Co accused of turning a blind eye to its subcontractor workforce

Pay rate row escalates.
Ry Crozier Sep 14 2021 5:18PM Telco/ISP
NBN subcontractors describe diabolical working conditions

NBN subcontractors describe diabolical working conditions

With a workforce practically dependent on a temporary payment.
Ry Crozier Sep 14 2021 1:47PM Telco/ISP
Tiger Global-backed startup brings $3 brokerage to Australia

Tiger Global-backed startup brings $3 brokerage to Australia

Online stock broker launches.
Paulina Duran Sep 13 2021 12:31PM Financial Services
NBN Co asked once more to produce detailed financial data

NBN Co asked once more to produce detailed financial data

For industry examination as part of regulated price review.
Ry Crozier Sep 13 2021 12:13PM Telco/ISP
Australia's top RSPs say NBN ARPU is already $15 too high

Australia's top RSPs say NBN ARPU is already $15 too high

Telstra, Optus, TPG, Vocus and Aussie Broadband give first indication of NBN price negotiation position.
Ry Crozier Sep 13 2021 6:01AM Telco/ISP
NAB keeps a close watch on budding Euro, Australian AI rules

NAB keeps a close watch on budding Euro, Australian AI rules

Looks for future direction on ethical use of data and algorithms.
Ry Crozier Sep 7 2021 6:59AM Financial Services
NBN Co delays app throttling plans for fixed wireless

NBN Co delays app throttling plans for fixed wireless

While continuing to consult on what to do about heavy fixed-line users.
Ry Crozier Sep 3 2021 12:45PM Telco/ISP
RBA to trial digital wholesale currency with international central banks

RBA to trial digital wholesale currency with international central banks

Partners with Malaysia, Singapore and South Africa.
Alun John Sep 3 2021 6:50AM Software
Australia's insurers, banks alarmed at having to pay victims for data breaches

Australia's insurers, banks alarmed at having to pay victims for data breaches

Under proposal aired by Home Affairs in July.
Ry Crozier Sep 2 2021 11:59AM Financial Services
Vodafone opens 5G home internet service to online orders

Vodafone opens 5G home internet service to online orders

'An alternative to NBN services at a competitive price'.
Ry Crozier Sep 2 2021 9:42AM Telco/ISP
NBN Co drops financial projections from its corporate plan

NBN Co drops financial projections from its corporate plan

Coincides with release of a new statement of expectations.
Ry Crozier Aug 31 2021 12:01AM Telco/ISP
UK banking app Revolut seeks Australian banking licence

UK banking app Revolut seeks Australian banking licence

Engaged in talks with APRA.
Paulina Duran Aug 30 2021 12:20PM Financial Services
Vic govt to sink $73m into NBN area switches, business upgrades

Vic govt to sink $73m into NBN area switches, business upgrades

To be pursued under the state's 'Connecting Victoria' program.
Ry Crozier Aug 26 2021 9:37AM Telco/ISP
Encryption: a digital transformation safety net

Encryption: a digital transformation safety net

It is more than a technical mechanism, according to Thales’ Erick Reyes.
Staff Writer Aug 25 2021 11:15AM Digital Nation
NBN price model re-negotiators reduce options from three to two

NBN price model re-negotiators reduce options from three to two

Disinterest in maintaining the status quo.
Ry Crozier Aug 24 2021 11:19PM Telco/ISP
Uniti Group backs superiority of fibre-to-the-premises

Uniti Group backs superiority of fibre-to-the-premises

'And NBN Co acknowledges this'.
Ry Crozier Aug 24 2021 12:24PM Telco/ISP
TPG Telecom sees "rapid early growth" in NBN alternatives

TPG Telecom sees "rapid early growth" in NBN alternatives

4G home wireless customers triple in first half.
Justin Hendry Aug 20 2021 1:15PM Telco/ISP
Date set for second-level .au domain names launch

Date set for second-level .au domain names launch

Australia catches up with the world.
Juha Saarinen Aug 19 2021 4:14PM Networking
Why encryption is the key to digital fitness, according to Thales

Why encryption is the key to digital fitness, according to Thales

The strategic importance of encryption, according to Thales’ Erick Reyes.
Brad Howarth Aug 18 2021 3:52PM Digital Nation

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