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2023 New Zealand Budget Impacts for DSPs
Here's our wrap-up of measures from the Aotearoa New Zealand 2023 Budget that may impact DSPs over the next few years.
2023-24 Australian Budget Impacts for DSPs
Here's our breakdown of the 2023-24 Australian Federal Budget and where measures may impact Digital Service Providers (DSPs) over the next few years.
COSBOA National Small Business Summit 2023
DSPANZ members and directors attended the 2023 COSBOA National Small Business Summit in Melbourne earlier in April. Here are our three key takeaways from the summit.
The Data Dilemma: What if data is more like uranium than gold?
For years, data has been espoused as the new oil, or gold - a resource of high value just waiting to be tapped into. But what if, instead, data is like uranium? A risky yet powerful resource.
2023-2030 Australian Cyber Security Strategy
The Expert Advisory Board appointed to develop the 2023-2030 Australian Cyber Security Strategy has recently released their discussions paper. Learn more about the consultation and how members can provide feedback.
Privacy Act Review Report
TThe Attorney-General's Department officially released the Privacy Act Review Report on 16 February and are currently calling for feedback on the government's response. Find out more about this consultation and how members can provide feedback.
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What can DSPs expect from an updated Privacy Act?
The Attorney-General’s Department publicly released the Privacy Act Review Report and are currently asking for feedback to inform the government’s response to the report. There’s a lot of information to cover coming from the report, so we’ve put together a high level summary calling out some of the items Digital Service Providers (DSPs) should be aware about.
Method for Adjusting Wage-Based Allowances
We provided a submission on the Variation on the Commission's own motion on the method of adjusting wage-related allowances on 28 February 2023. Access a copy of this submission here.
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Strategy and Planning Day Outcomes 2023
The majority of DSPANZ Directors and staff met at our offices in Adelaide for annual Strategic Planning Day on 7 February 2023. Throughout the day, we acknowledged the growth of the association over the past five years and contemplated what the next five years may hold for the business software industry and therefore how DSPANZ evolves and meets the needs of our members.
Modern Awards Pay Database API Available March 2023
The new Application Programming Interface (API) for the Fair Work Commission’s Modern awards pay database is being released in the week of 20 March 2023. DSPs interested in using the API from March 2023 can register their interest by sending the Commission a letter of intent.
Security Spotlight: How Can Cybersecurity Be Improved in 2023
Following a stint of high-profile data breaches, security is back on the national agenda. And while it has long been a priority for DSPs, it's evident more needs to be done by both businesses and government to safeguard sensitive data. Continue reading to see how we can improve cybersecurity in 2023.
2022 Reflection & Happy Holidays from DSPANZ
On behalf of the DSPANZ Board and staff, President, Simon Foster, would like to thank our members and stakeholders for their support and involvement in our Association this year. DSPANZ would also like to wish our community a safe and happy holiday season.