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June 2008
$100 Million Supercomputer to Drive More Medical Breakthroughs in Victoria (18/06/2008)
More breakthroughs in life-threatening diseases will be possible with Victoria to be home to the world’s largest life sciences supercomputer, Premier John Brumby announced today.
New Jobs for Ballarat as Global ICT Company Moves in (13/06/2008)
International technology company iGATE Global Solutions today opened a national operations centre in Ballarat, creating 40 new jobs with more to come in the next few years.
May 2008
Victorian ICT Companies Triumph at National iAwards (28/05/2008)
Victorian companies were among the big winners at the prestigious national iAwards in Melbourne last night, highlighting the state’s leadership in the ICT sector.
Global ICT Company Still Calls Melbourne Home (15/05/2008)
Melbourne company Exinda Networks launched a new global research and development centre in Abbotsford today, confirming Victoria's place at the forefront of Australia's ICT industry.
Ballarat Rebooting for Computer Games Festival (15/05/2008)
Young Victorians looking for a career in the computer games industry will be flocking to Ballarat this weekend to attend the Ballarat GiG: Get into Games festival.
Ballarat Joins the Fight Against Cyber Crime (14/05/2008)
Victorians have a new weapon to fight cyber crime and internet security issues such as identity theft and financial fraud with the opening today of a $3.7 million Internet Commerce Security Laboratory in Ballarat.
April 2008
Victoria's ICT Industry Finest Recognised at Awards (16/04/2008)
Victoria’s best information and communication technology (ICT) innovators were on show at the 2008 Victorian iAwards today, being recognised for their terrific contributions to the industry.
Major ICT Investment to Deliver 2000 Jobs for Geelong (14/04/2008)
Victoria's position as a global information technology hub has been further enhanced with one of India’s largest IT companies Satyam Computer Services to build a new software development and training campus at Geelong, creating 2000 jobs.
Victorian Games Companies Play to Win in San Fransisco (01/04/2008)
Information and Communication Technology Minister Theo Theophanous has congratulated Victorian games companies on their overwhelming success at the Game Developers’ Conference (GDC) in San Francisco in March.
March 2008
Ballarat Students Learning to be Hi-Tech Gurus (20/03/2008)
Two final-year Ballarat students have earned a valuable career boost, winning scholarships and work experience with world leading game developers Transmission Games, leading to full-time jobs, the Minister for Information and Communication Technology, Theo Theophanous announced.
Victoria's Best in Digital Content Shine at AIMIA Awards (20/03/2008)
Victorian companies beat the competition to make the Australian Interactive Media Industry Association’s (AIMIA) 14th Annual Awards a successful night – taking out accolades for best entertainment, financial service planning and online shopping websites.
Smart Traffic Intelligence to get Travellers there Suna (19/03/2008)
Minister for Information and Communication Technology, Theo Theophanous today opened Intelematics Australia’s new Melbourne head office and launched the national rollout of its world-first service, Suna Traffic Channel.
$2.1 Million Tech Boost for Regional Victoria (04/03/2008)
Local governments throughout regional Victoria will receive a technology boost thanks to a $2.1 million broadband innovation grant, Minister for Information and Communication Technology, Theo Theophanous announced today.
Students Online Future Gains Security (04/03/2008)
Six university students will join the cyberspace battle to keep online transactions safe, thanks to a new industry-run e-security scholarship program, the Minister for Information and Communication Technology, Theo Theophanous announced today.
Victorian SmartAsset Brings Home Silicon Valley Award (04/03/2008)
A Melbourne computer company has taken out the top prize at Microsoft's Office Developers Conference in the US – with its locally produced SmartAsset package named Office Business Application of the Year.
Yoober Internet Text Technology Clicks into Asia (03/03/2008)
New Victorian mobile tech company Yoober today sealed a new investment and distribution deal with Hong-Kong company Digital Dimension, signing a Memorandum of Understanding, with the Minister for Information and Communication Technology, Theo Theophanous.
February 2008
Space-Time Research - Victorian Data Superstar (22/02/2008)
Victorian software developer Space-Time Research is now providing software solutions for Italy's Venice Port Authority, reinforcing Victoria's status as the nation's leader in ICT exports, Minister for Information and Communication Technology Theo Theophanous announced today.
World First Gigabit Wireless Chip Designed in Victoria (22/02/2008)
The world's smallest two-way gigabit wireless chip was unveiled in Victoria today, heralding a new era in ICT innovation, the Minister for Information and Communication Technology, Theo Theophanous said today.
Vic Gamers Set to Win Over Global Players in San Fran (19/02/2008)
The world's largest professional electronic games industry event is on this week in San Francisco and 16 Victorian game companies are there among the world's best and brightest, the Minister for Information and Communication Technology, Theo Theophanous, announced today.
Kenexa Opens New Office in Melbourne (08/02/2008)
Kenexa is a global leader in using award-winning technology to improve human resource management in the workplace
Victoria Leading the Way on Information Superhighway (06/02/2008)
with Victoria's broadband subscriber base increasing by over a quarter of a million customers in the past nine months.
AXA Announces eSecurity Expansion in Melbourne (05/02/2008)
in a major business coup for Victoria.
January 2008
$6 Million Grant to Expand Geelong Tech Precinct (25/01/2008)
The Victorian Government will give Deakin University a $6 million grant to build a new design and manufacturing research centre at Waurn Pond's Geelong Technology Precinct, Premier John Brumby announced today.
New Technology Helping Young and Old Walk Tall (24/01/2008)
with Melbourne researchers discovering the way we walk could become a diagnostic tool for stroke and spinal injury patients.
Victoria is a Centre for Innovation, Ideas and Creative Leadership (16/01/2008)
Victoria's research community's leadership in global collaborative research has been strengthened with the launch of the Optiportal node, Premier Brumby announced today.
Ballarat Sets the Standard for High-Tech Health (10/01/2008)
Ballarat is at the forefront of ensuring national standards are met in the way vital medical information is being captured and handled across all levels of the healthcare sector, Information and Communication Minister, Theo Theophanous, announced today.
Chronic Healthcare Transformed in Mildura (08/01/2008)
Medical care in Mildura has been transformed thanks to a broadband-based technology that is helping hospital patients monitor and manage their health in the comfort of their own homes, the Minister for Information and Communication Technology, Theo Theophanous, said today.
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December 2007
Get the Facts on ICT Study and Take Your Future Further (17/12/2007)
Students topping the VCE today should be thinking seriously about taking up cutting-edge study in ICT according to Victoria’s Minister for Information and Communication Technology, Theo Theophanous.
Dividends on the Rise for Victorian ICT Industry (15/12/2007)
Five Melbourne-based ICT companies have ranked among the best in three-year dividend growth, according to The Australian Financial Review today.
University Conferences Explore Technology Niches (05/12/2007)
Two of Victoria's top universities are exploring new potential uses of technology such as hi-tech sensors and interactive entertainment at technology industry conferences this week, Victorian Minister for Information and Communication Technology Theo Theophanous has announced.
New World-Class Cyber Crime Lab a First for Melbourne (04/12/2007)
The only Microsoft laboratory in the southern hemisphere designed to tackle emerging cyber crime problems such as new online viruses and malicious software (Malware), was announced in Melbourne today by Information and Communication Technology Minister Theo Theophanous.
Victoria to look at Hi-Tech markets in South Africa (03/12/2007)
Trade and investment opportunities in South Africa should be explored by hi-tech Victorian companies.
November 2007
eB2Bcom Opens New Global Head Office In Kew (29/11/2007)
Hi-tech Kew company eB2Bcom has cemented its spot in Victoria’s burgeoning ICT industry, highlighted by the official opening of its new Melbourne head office by the Minister for Information and Communication Technology, Theo Theophanous.
NEC Australia – Making a Difference In Mulgrave (28/11/2007)
Mulgrave is leading the nation with cutting-edge information technology, network and business solutions, largely thanks to the work of locally-based global icon NEC Australia, the Minister for Information and Communication Technology, Theo Theophanous, said during a site visit today.
Victoria’s Hi-Tech Companies Shine in China (26/11/2007)
A cast of 22 Victorian Information and Communication Technology (ICT) companies has returned from the Brumby Government sponsored CeBIT Asia Shanghai trade mission, with new business and networking prospects.
ICT Excellence Wanted In Call For iAwards Nominations (19/11/2007)
Celebrating the entrepreneurial spirit in Information and Communication Technology, the Australian Information Industry Association launched the iAwards 2008 today, with the Minister for Information and Communication Technology Theo Theophanous calling for nominations.
Classroom Technology Revolutionised For Students (19/11/2007)
An education revolution is on the mind of technology teachers over the next three days, as the use of iPods and digital video use across the school curriculum is debated at this year’s annual Victorian IT Teachers Association (VITTA) conference in Flemington.
Ballarat ICT Cluster Looks Overseas For Growth (07/11/2007)
The Ballarat Information and Communications Technology (ICT) cluster is conducting a range of new projects designed to gain international exposure for the city’s ICT capabilities, with the help of a $75,000 Brumby Government grant.
October 2007
Warrnambool Teens Switch On To Hi-Tech Career Paths (19/10/2007)
More than 400 Warrnambool teens will get the real story about a future career in ICT as part of the Brumby Government’s ICT: Start Here. Go Anywhere campaign, Victoria’s Minister for Information and Communication Technology, Theo Theophanous announced today.
New Script for Future of Victoria's Screen (17/10/2007)
Innovation Minister Gavin Jennings today called for tenders to undertake the Victorian Screen Industry Review, the first step in developing a major new strategy to keep growing Victoria’s thriving screen industry.
Shanghai Centre Stage For Hi-Tech Victorian Companies (09/10/2007)
More than 20 innovative Victorian ICT companies will touch down in China this week for one of Asia’s biggest and potentially most lucrative trade expos, CeBIT Asia Shanghai, the Minister for Information and Communication Technology, Theo Theophanous, announced today.
Victoria Gets A Virtual Second Life (05/10/2007)
The Brumby Government is the first government in Australia to test online virtual worlds as a communication platform, with Information and Communication Technology Minister Theo Theophanous launching a research project in the popular virtual world, Second Life.
Victoria Gets A Virtual Second Life (05/10/2007) (05/10/2007)
The Brumby Government is the first government in Australia to test online virtual worlds as a communication platform, with Information and Communication Technology Minister Theo Theophanous launching a research project in the popular virtual world, Second Life.
September 2007
Regional Broadband Investment To Boost Environment (26/09/2007)
Environmental workers in regional Victoria will access cutting-edge technology out in the field, thanks to a $6.3 million broadband expansion project announced today by the Minister for Information and Communication Technology Theo Theophanous.
Hi-Tech Environment Solutions For Victoria’s Future (18/09/2007)
The Melton Environmental Atlas has won this year’s Victorian Spatial Excellence Awards, highlighting how high-tech mapping can manage natural resources, Minister for Information and Communication Technology, Theo Theophanous announced.
Ireland Sets Up A Hi-Tech Home In Victoria (12/09/2007)
Irish software solutions company FINEOS has chosen Melbourne as its new Asia Pacific headquarters, Minister for Information and Communication Technology Theo Theophanous announced today.
Feds Roll Out Bad Broken Promise On Broadband (10/09/2007)
The Victorian Minister for Information and Communication Technology, Theo Theophanous today slammed the Federal Government for signing an agreement on Australia’s broadband future without input from the states and territories as promised.
Victoria Set To Impress Big Business In Dubai (08/09/2007)
Dubai will get a first-hand glimpse of Victoria's world-class ICT innovations at one of the world’s largest and longest running ICT trade shows, Minister for Information and Communication Technology, Theo Theophanous has announced.
Computers Go Back To The Future (07/09/2007)
Parliamentary Secretary for the Environment and Climate Change Michael Crutchfield today announced Byteback, the computer recycling initiative, has now been expanded to Camberwell and Geelong.
Synchrotron Spurs Scientific Research in Schools (06/09/2007)
Premier John Brumby today launched the Australian Synchrotron’s Educational Virtual Beamline to help students study the nature of light using the Synchrotron, from their classroom.
Western Teens Switch On To Hi-Tech Career Paths (06/09/2007)
Young people in Melbourne’s west will hear the real story to start their futures in ICT today as part of the Victorian Government’s ICT: Start Here. Go Anywhere campaign, Victoria’s Minister for Information and Communication Technology, Theo Theophanous announced.
August 2007
Digital Divas Switching On To High-Tech Careers (28/08/2007)
Young people in Melbourne’s east will hear the real story about future careers in ICT at Box Hill TAFE today as part of the Brumby Government’s ICT: Start Here. Go Anywhere campaign the Minister for Information and Communication Technology, Theo Theophanous said today.
Prime Minister Fails On Broadband For Regional Victoria (28/08/2007)
The Federal Government is holding back Victoria’s regional economy by failing to deliver high-speed broadband access creating a massive opportunity gap between regional Victoria and inner Melbourne, the Minister for Regional and Rural Development, Jacinta Allan, said today.
Wodonga Teens Switch On To Hi-Tech Career Paths (24/08/2007)
More than 200 Wodonga teenagers have heard the real story about future careers in ICT this week, as part of the Brumby Government’s ICT: Start Here. Go Anywhere campaign, Victoria’s Minister for Information and Communication Technology, Theo Theophanous announced.
Victorian Games Industry Takes Qantm Leap For Students (18/08/2007)
Victoria’s first electronic games related degree offered by a private college has been officially launched by the Minister for Information and Communication Technology, Theo Theophanous said today in Melbourne.
Smart Transport Systems Lead The Way In Victoria (13/08/2007)
The world’s most technically advanced police car will be on show at the SmartDemo 2007 intelligent transport systems event, which is coming to Melbourne for the first time tomorrow.
July 2007
Bracks Government Backs Innovative Geelong Firm (25/07/2007)
The Bracks Government today announced $60,000 in funding to help Express Promotions Australia develop a smart tag library system that, if successful, will create $8 million in new investment and 30 new jobs in Geelong.
Project Aims To Revolutionise Diabetes Treatments (25/07/2007)
A new $8.7 million healthcare project in Geelong aims to revolutionise diabetes treatments, cut healthcare costs and open up new export opportunities for local companies, the Minister for Innovation, John Brumby, said today.
ICT Week Will Drive Victorian Skills From Strength To Strength (24/07/2007)
New research shows that Victorian ICT job applicants are more qualified than the national average, according to the ICT Skills Snapshot report, released today by the Minister for Information and Communication Technology, Tim Holding.
La Trobe Uni Microsoft Centre: an Australian-First (12/07/2007)
Victorian students, academics, SMEs and start-up companies will see their innovative ideas brought to life with the help of Australia’s first campus-based Microsoft Centre that brings together cutting edge hardware and software.
June 2007
New Games Centre for Technology Boomtown Ballarat (28/06/07) (28/06/2007)
Ballarat is set to become Victoria’s first regional hub for computer games development, with Melbourne-based developer IR Gurus opening a studio at Ballarat Technology Park, Minister for Information and Communication Technology, Tim Holding, said today.
Victoria’s World-Class Spatial Industry Comes Of Age (20/06/2007)
Leading Victorian spatial information companies are joining forces to take the State’s competitive edge in this technology to the next level, Information & Communication Technology Minister, Tim Holding, said Monday.
World Launch For Vic Company At CommunicAsia (20/06/07) (20/06/2007)
Specialised ICT companies focussing on fibre optics, telecommunications, satellite technology and software are flying the flag for Victoria at the CommunicAsia2007 expo in Singapore this week, the Minister for Information and Communication Technology, Tim Holding, said today.
Bracks Government Helping To Switch On Bendigo Teens To A Career In ICT (06/06/07) (06/06/2007)
Victorian teenagers in Bendigo will be hearing the real story about a future in ICT this Thursday, as part of the Victorian Government’s ICT: Start here. Go anywhere campaign, the Minister for Information and Communication Technology, Tim Holding said.
Bracks Government Helping To Switch On Mildura Teens To A Career In ICT (06/06/2007)
Victorian teenagers in Mildura will be hearing the real story about a future in ICT this Thursday, as part of the Victorian Government’s ICT: Start here. Go anywhere campaign, the Minister for Information and Communication Technology, Tim Holding said.
Victoria On Fast Track To Next Gen Mobile Technology (06/06/2007)
Victoria is in prime position to capitalise on the lucrative next generation mobile revolution, the Minister for Information and Communication Technology, Tim Holding, said today, launching Australia’s first mobile data industry cluster in Broadmeadows.
May 2007
Victoria Cracks The Code For Success At iAwards (31/05/07) (31/05/2007)
From hi-tech ear muffs to “un-crackable” quantum encryption keys, Victoria scooped the awards at the prestigious national iAwards in Sydney last night, highlighting the state’s leadership in the ICT sector, Minister for Information and Communication Technology, Tim Holding said.
Holding Launches Australian-First Technology Market Reports (10/05/07) (10/05/2007)
Minster for Information and Communication Technology, Tim Holding, today launched the inaugural Victorian Government Technology Market Reports 2007 – the first of its kind in Australia.
April 2007
Melbourne ICT Company Comes of Age, Goes Global (27/04/2007)
Melbourne-based ICT company, Oakton Limited, has come of age in its 18th year, with the formal opening of its first overseas office in Hyderabad, India, by the Victorian Minister for Information and Communication Technology, Tim Holding, today.
India's Infinite Creates 50 New IT Jobs in Melbourne (26/04/2007)
Indian IT giant, Infinite Computer Solutions, yesterday announced the launch of its Australia operations, with the setting-up of its office in Melbourne.
New ICT Jobs Hit 10,000 Mark Under Bracks (18/04/07) (18/04/2007)
New jobs in Victoria's ICT sector have topped 10,000 since the Bracks Government come to office in 1999, with the opening of Konica Minolta's new Centre of Excellence at Southbank today, the Minister for Information and Communication Technology, Tim Holding, said.
March 2007
Victorian Game Developers Get Power Up Funding (30/03/2007)
It’s game on for Victoria’s computer games companies thanks to a deal struck between Microsoft and the Bracks Government, the Minister for Information and Communication Technology, Tim Holding, announced today.
Howard Sending an Error Message on Broadband Access (08/03/2007)
The Howard Government is holding back the Victorian economy by failing to deliver adequate broadband access, Minister for Information & Communication Technology, Tim Holding, said today.
January 2007
Local eLearning Hits the World Stage (18/01/2007)
Thousands of British students will soon benefit from cutting-edge Victorian technology, with local eLearning companies gaining unprecedented access to the UK education system.
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