Tasmanian government departments have scooped the awards at the 2024 TasICT Excellence Awards as projects unlock the benefits of new technology, including improving health services and disaster response. Cutting-edge tech applications and communications projects received top gongs for their focus on modernising health delivery, providing improved patient care and helping emergency services become more responsive…
Tasmanians can expect more use of Artificial Intelligence in government following a national tick of approval on Friday – and public servants need a crash course in how to use it ethically, says TasICT. Tasmania’s technology sector has welcomed the decision of Data and Digital Ministers in Darwin on Friday adopting a national framework to…
The new Tasmanian Government has heard loudly and clearly that Science and Technology is a major growth area for Tasmania – TasICT has made sure of it. Like many in the industry, I was dismayed when the incoming Government removed a dedicated Minister – so we immediately got to work to ask for a rethink.…
TasICT renews its focus on creating ICT jobs in the State and growing the tech industry with the appointment of experienced communications and corporate affairs advocate Russell Kelly as our new General Manager. Formerly NBN Co’s Tasmanian Corporate Affairs Manager, Russell steps into the role with jobs and investment firmly on TasICT’s agenda. An early…
Tasmania’s technology sector is aiming for industry growth and more jobs under new leadership with the appointment of a new TasICT General Manager. Russell Kelly, formally NBN Co’s Tasmanian Corporate Affairs Manager for the past nine years, will take up the role from this week. Mr Kelly is a Tasmanian and has served in several…
Statement from TasICT President David Mills 9.05.24 Tasmania’s tech sector says a dedicated technology minister is even more important to grow the digital economy following today’s announcement of a renewed STEM focus for the University of Tasmania campus. TasICT President, David Mills, said the State Government was missing an opportunity to promote technology jobs, skills…
