Thomson Seeks Input on Victoria's Teleworking Future
Thomson seeks Input on Victoria's Teleworking Future |
| Media release - 11 August 2006 |
| The Bracks Government has released a discussion paper to explore how to capitalise on a rapidly growing trend of teleworking - using the latest technology to work away from the traditional office environment. The Minister for Information and Communication Technology, Marsha Thomson, today released Technologyworkplace: Policy Implications of the Development of Teleworking in Victoria. |
| "The Bracks Government is interested in better understanding this emerging trend and its implications for regional development and economic growth," Ms Thomson said. "In order to do this we're seeking ideas and feedback of local councils, regional communities and business and industry groups on a range of teleworking issues outlined in the discussion paper. "Teleworking has the potential to impact on issues such as the ageing population, skills shortages, workforce participation and work-life balance. "The increasing availability of high speed broadband services, the growth of home-based buinesses and contract work, and the 'seachange' phenomenon are some of the factors that appear to be driving the growth of teleworking and flexible working arrangements. "The Bracks Government is committed to ensuring Victoria remains a leader when it comes to adopting the latest technology and work practices. "Investigating the potential of teleworking to improve the lives of Victorians is another commitment set out in the Government's provincial economic statement Moving Forward," she said. Comments on the discussion paper are to be submitted to Multimedia Victoria by Friday October 20, 2006. |
