WA government investing AU$33.8 million to modernise Perth’s cashless ticketing system
All SmartRider readers across the network will be replaced during the system overhaul, and the back-end technology will be upgraded.
LTA to trial mobile payment modes for public transport from Q1 2018; Visa and NETS to join ABT pilot in June 2018
The LTA will extend the ABT pilot with Mastercard beyond the original duration of 6 months, and Visa and NETS will come on board the pilot from June 2018.
CSIRO researchers develop AI technology for screening eye condition afflicting diabetic patients
Patients at risk would usually be referred to a specialist and would have to wait for6 weeks or more. Now it can potentially be done in a single 30-minute visit to a GP.
Australian Government to fund a total of AU$13.3 million in medical tech to help people with severe disabilities and chronic back pain
“These new BTF investments reflect the Government’s commitment to deliver the benefits of health and medical research to Australian patients.”
Victoria produces Australia’s first Integrated Water Management (IWM) Framework to create better community outcomes
IWM planning is successful when organisations responsible for the management of elements of the water cycle collaborate, share data and work toward implementing integrated servicing solutions.
New payment system launched in Victoria to provide greater convenience for TAC clients
LanternPay allows providers to immediately confirm client eligibility, submit a digital invoice and receive payment from the TAC the next business day.
Collaborative Public Safety – An ecosystem of agencies and communities enabled by digital platforms
Mr. Hong-Eng Koh at the Global Safe City Summit (Photo credit: Huawei) OpenGov interviewed Mr. Hong-Eng Koh, Global Chief Public Safety Expert of Huawei Enterprise Business Group. He discussed threats to public safety in the ASEAN region, the challenges posed by legacy systems, the impact of emerging technologies, and using collaborative communication and collaborative cloud for […]
Australian Ministry of Agriculture shifts focus to on-farm technologies, investing $4 billion to drive innovation
In an effort to create a ‘smarter approach to farming’, the Australian Government has announced the plan for a $4 billion investment in the future of farming. This was relayed in the Agricultural Competitiveness White Paper which represents the government’s plan to boost the agricultural sector.