In her keynote, Lisa O’Malley, Parliamentary Secretary to the WA Government, outlined the state’s vision for smarter, safer public services. She emphasised the need for strong cyber resilience, responsible data use, and innovation that delivers real public value.
Key Highlights:
- Establishment of the Cybersecurity Operations Centre to strengthen threat detection and response.
- Introduction of the Privacy and Responsible Information Sharing Act to safeguard citizens’ data.
- Launch of the AI Policy and Assurance Framework to balance innovation with risk management.
Looking ahead, O’Malley emphasised that innovation and technology adoption must unite sectors, drive smarter service delivery, and strengthen community well-being across the state. She closed with a strong message of appreciation, acknowledging the role of public servants and digital leaders in shaping WA’s future: “We greatly value everything that you contribute to this vastly changing sector.”
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