Local government stories

Local government reform in England demands CIOs overcome tech and process challenges to ensure smooth service delivery during major council restructures.

Efex has acquired Australian cybersecurity firm Datcom to boost its managed IT services amid rising cyber threats and over 500 breach reports in six months.

Only 6% of UK public sector organisations have fully embraced digital transformation, with legacy systems and skill shortages causing major delays, research finds.

ICS.AI launches SMART platform to boost UK councils' productivity, cutting costs and aiming to save GBP £5 million across mid-sized local authorities.

Lumify Group was named Cyber Security Training Business of the Year at the 2025 Australian Cyber Awards, recognising its role in boosting Australia's cyber skills.

Australian organisations face rising cyber threats bypassing MFA, prompting a shift to passwordless authentication and a AUD $288.1 million government security boost.

A new study reveals 57% of Australians say better government customer service could sway their vote, with 9.8 million hours spent on hold to agencies in 2024.

In light of rising cyberattacks, Australian councils are urged to consider Managed Security Service Providers essential for robust cybersecurity and public trust.

Wyndham City Council has launched the first phase of a digital overhaul, implementing TechnologyOne's OneCouncil ERP system to streamline operations and enhance services.

Keir Starmer's AI Opportunities Action Plan commits GBP £14 billion to transform UK public services, advancing AI adoption while addressing industry concerns.

Humanforce has acquired Australian HR tech firm LiveHire for USD $17.2 million, marking its fourth acquisition in two years to enhance workforce solutions.

Medallia has been named a supplier on the UK's G-Cloud 14 framework, offering cloud solutions to boost experience management for public sector agencies.

Granicus has revealed its 2024 Digital Government Awards winners in Australia and New Zealand, celebrating innovative public sector digital advancements.

A new report reveals Australian councils are struggling to meet digital service demands amid growing community expectations for streamlined access.

Lánluas Consulting's new guide aims to empower public sector finance teams in optimising digital investments and enhancing operational efficiency.

Shoalhaven City Council has upgraded its disaster recovery by migrating key services to Microsoft Azure, enhancing data security and operational efficiency.

JAGGAER has appointed Mark Roberts as UK Public Sector Director, aiming to enhance its strategy in serving Central and Local Government effectively.

HCLTech will assist Tasman District Council in New Zealand with its Digital Innovation Programme to enhance online interactions for residents and staff.

The City of Tea Tree Gully Council has adopted TechnologyOne's Property & Rating platform, streamlining processes and enhancing efficiency across operations.

Whanganui District Council has partnered with Brightly to enhance its asset management capabilities with cloud-based solutions, aiming for improved efficiency.