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The DTA has published a new look corporate site that shares details on our team, our culture, and our latest achievements.
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The DTA is sponsoring PSN’s Government Innovation Week Federal. An opportunity for APS and industry to explore emerging ethical technologies and service innovation.
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The OECD recognises Australia’s leadership in digital investment governance. Profiling the IOF, Benefits Management Policy, Digital Experience Policy and BuyICT as global best practices.
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From 1 July 2025, the Digital Service Standard fully applies to public-facing services. Supporting consistent, inclusive and high-quality digital service delivery.
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Lucy Poole, Deputy CEO of the DTA, delivers a keynote on AI in the public sector at Tech in Gov 2025.
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The OECD has recognised Australia’s Investment Oversight Framework as global best practice. The DTA’s approach strengthens digital planning, assurance and alignment across government.
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The DTA has released the AI Technical Standard to guide responsible government adoption. Embedding transparency, safety and accountability across the AI system lifecycle.
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From 1 July 2025, Digital Investment Plans are mandatory. The framework helps agencies align digital initiatives with strategy, outcomes and future needs.
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The 2024 DDGS Implementation Plan highlights APS projects and industry partnerships, like the Workforce Plan and ACS MOU, to build talent and digital capability.
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The DTA has released the SDM Guide, helping agencies reduce ICT waste through secure, ethical reuse and recycling—supporting sustainability and digital inclusion.
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The 2025 AI Government Showcase highlights practical, responsible AI adoption across the APS and industry. Registrations are now open for the 31 July event in Canberra.
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The IOF has moved to digital.gov.au, creating a central hub for digital investment guidance. This shift supports consistent, transparent planning across government.
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The DTA has today published its annual report on major digital projects. All 110 projects featured harness technology to deliver benefits for Australians. The report highlights work underway to support the success of these projects.
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The 2024 DDGS Implementation Plan showcases key initiatives, including Digital ID and privacy reforms. Advancing secure, trusted digital services and protecting Australians’ personal data.
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The DTA is proud to sponsor the 2025 AIIA iAwards, supporting digital innovation that strengthens public services and delivers better outcomes for Australians.
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The APS Workforce Plan 2025–30 outlines a strategic approach to building a skilled, sustainable workforce to deliver secure, modern digital services for Australians.
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Applications are now open for the DTA’s 2026 Graduate program.
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The 2024 DDGS Implementation Plan supports future-ready digital investment and safe adoption of emerging tech, ensuring secure, ethical and transparent public service delivery.
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The 2024 DDGS Implementation Plan affirms DTA’s commitment to delivering secure, user-centric services through data-driven, digitally designed systems and infrastructure.
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The 2024 DDGS Implementation Plan highlights progress in digital inclusion, First Nations data governance, and data collaboration to improve services for all Australians.
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DTA has signed a new three-year whole-of-government AWS arrangement. Improving cloud access, contract performance, and support for digital transformation.
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DTA has released a Request for Information to explore ERP solutions, seeking industry insights to inform future system needs including automation and interoperability.
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DTA has signed a 2-year MOU with ACS to strengthen APS digital capability, promote SFIA, and foster collaboration between government and industry.
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The first updated DDGS Implementation Plan highlights progress in AI, digital ID, data use, and service standards—advancing the APS toward its 2030 vision.