NSW government stories

Cisco and UTS have opened Innovation Central Sydney, a new AI-focused hub in Tech Central to link research with industry and government.

A nationwide call has opened for novel antennas to turn emergency vehicles into rugged mobile Wi‑Fi hubs when normal networks fail.

BAI wins contract to build private 5G radio network and mobile coverage for the new driverless Sydney Metro West underground line.

Umbraco opens Melbourne hub and names Emmanuel Tissera Head of APAC to drive expansion across Australia, New Zealand and Asia-Pacific.

Macquarie Data Centres has completed the structural phase of its AUD $350m IC3 Super West AI data centre in Sydney, opening in Q3 2026 with 47MW capacity.

New South Wales launches the Investment Delivery Authority to fast-track projects and boost AUD $50 billion in private investment annually, says Property Council.

Young Australians prioritise job security, career growth, and hybrid working in 2025, with Google, Canva and Amazon leading as top employers, says Hatch survey.

Australia's slow rollout of EV infrastructure, especially in apartments and regional areas, is curbing electric vehicle growth despite rising sales in 2024.

The NSW Government invites local companies to join the International Astronautical Congress 2025 in Sydney, promoting global space industry growth and innovation.

The New South Wales Government has launched the NSW Innovation Blueprint 2035, targeting an investment boost of AUD $27 billion and nearly 100,000 new jobs.

Databricks has partnered with the New South Wales Government to enhance its AI and data academy, aiming to upskill over 100 staff members in the next year.

Adobe's 2024 Digital Government Index highlights that enhancing digital services could save Australia $12 billion and improve access for citizens.

An initiative by PLUS ES and AGL is set to enhance electric vehicle charging across New South Wales, launching 39 chargers in Sydney's inner west.

The TCS Sydney Marathon has been officially recognised as an Abbott World Marathon Major, joining a select group alongside marathons in major global cities.

The New South Wales Government has teamed up with Indian incubator Afthonia Labs to launch an accelerator for eight fintech startups entering India.

Sphere Drones wins $1.89 million contract with NSW's NPWS to improve natural hazard management using their HubX drone systems.

TAFE NSW Meadowbank's Institute of Applied Technology Digital joins SAS to create a 10-week Data Analytics course, addressing Australia's data skills gap.

Quest Payment Systems has secured a pivotal contract to supply payment technology to the NSW Government, positioning itself alongside global heavyweights PAX and Apple.

Rippling, the US-based workforce management giant, has launched in Australia, marking the initiation of a multi-year investment strategy in the ever-growing Asia-Pacific region.

FinTech Australia, backed by Investment NSW, partners with major banks ANZ, Westpac and tech firm 1835i for a reverse pitch event on 21 February 2024, inviting fintechs to solve local banking issues.