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Sigurd Magnusson returns as CEO of Silverstripe to drive growth
Digital Transformation

Sigurd Magnusson returns as CEO of Silverstripe to drive growth

Sigurd Magnusson returns to Silverstripe as CEO, aiming to drive innovation and growth. His extensive experience makes him a key leader for the tech firm.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Mon, 30th Sep 2024
InternetNZ appoints new chief executive. Will take over in October
Unified Communications

InternetNZ appoints new chief executive. Will take over in October

InternetNZ has announced the appointment of its new chief executive, with Vivien Maidaborn taking over the role from interim chief Andrew Cushen in October.

By Mitchell Hageman • 3 min read • Fri, 29th Jul 2022
Dunedin City Council uses Spark IoT network for new water measuring system
Internet of Things

Dunedin City Council uses Spark IoT network for new water measuring system

Dunedin City Council has implemented a smart water metering solution using Spark's IoT network, aiming to improve efficiency and reduce costs.

By Jessie Chiang • 4 min read • Fri, 22nd Jul 2022
Hawkes Bay launches digital transformation project with TechnologyOne
Digital Transformation

Hawkes Bay launches digital transformation project with TechnologyOne

New Zealand's Hawkes Bay Regional Council partners with TechnologyOne for a significant digital transformation project.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 13th Aug 2020

Global Stories

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Newcastle City Council switches to Azul for Java security
Platform-as-a-Service

Newcastle City Council switches to Azul for Java security

Newcastle City Council has tackled major security vulnerabilities by replacing Oracle JDK 8 with Azul Platform Core, securing mission-critical Java applications.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 21st Aug 2024
Who is on Fortinet's new Public Sector Advisory Council?
Firewalls

Who is on Fortinet's new Public Sector Advisory Council?

Fortinet says its new Public Sector Advisory Council will expand its commitment to secure public sector organisations worldwide.

By Jessie Chiang • 5 min read • Wed, 8th Jun 2022
CompTIA forms Cybersecurity Advisory Council, led by 16 security execs
Cybersecurity

CompTIA forms Cybersecurity Advisory Council, led by 16 security execs

CompTIA forms Cybersecurity Advisory Council with industry experts to tackle major cybersecurity challenges and threats in 2021 and beyond.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Mon, 18th Jan 2021
New research project uses VR to make Australian roads safer
EduTech

New research project uses VR to make Australian roads safer

University of South Australia researchers are using virtual reality technology to improve road safety for older Australians.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 10th Nov 2020
Local Govt NZ: 12-months rates freeze misguided during COVID-19 pandemic
Government

Local Govt NZ: 12-months rates freeze misguided during COVID-19 pandemic

The request from the Taxpayers' Union to implement a 12-month rates freeze is misguided and has the potential to put the brakes on economic recovery.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 25th Mar 2020
Northern Melbourne council launches cloud-based solution Nintex
Customer Experience

Northern Melbourne council launches cloud-based solution Nintex

The cloud-based solution will be used to improve customer experience, and to capture and manage processes, according to a statement.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 13th Aug 2019
Seven Aussie projects shortlisted in IDC's Smart Cities Awards
Smart Cities

Seven Aussie projects shortlisted in IDC's Smart Cities Awards

The nominated projects include three from Newcastle alone and span smart water metering, solar farms, virtualization and transport.

By Ben Moore • 7 min read • Wed, 15th May 2019

Stories from Other Regions

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Reversec joins UK council to boost cyber standards & diversity
Cybersecurity

Reversec joins UK council to boost cyber standards & diversity

Reversec has joined the UK Cyber Security Council as a Spotlight Member, aiming to boost national cyber standards and diversity within the sector.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 13th May 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
Australian councils urged to invest in tech for trust boost
EduTech

Australian councils urged to invest in tech for trust boost

New Datacom research reveals that 70% of Australians would increase their confidence in local councils through tech investments, yet only 37% see councils as tech-savvy.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 20th Sep 2024
UK councils show worrying laxity in AI usage policies
Artificial Intelligence

UK councils show worrying laxity in AI usage policies

FOI data reveal a 'shocking' laxity among UK councils in regulating workplace Artificial Intelligence (AI) usage, with three-quarters lacking usage policies and over a third permitting AI use without policy.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 28th Feb 2024
How a complex new NSW Council balanced its workload
Multi-cloud

How a complex new NSW Council balanced its workload

MidCoast Council's ICT manager needed to deliver a robust IT system that allowed staff to do their jobs effectively.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Mon, 5th Aug 2019