Item Catalogue

Week of 5 January 2026

DTA – Media Releases(AU) 11 Jan 2026 98

DTA's updated Policy for the responsible use of AI in government came into effect 15 December 2025 for all non-corporate Commonwealth entities.

Key points

New mandatory requirements include internal AI use-case registers, accountable owners, AI impact assessments, and foundational AI training for all APS staff.
First mandatory requirement begins 15 June 2026; all remaining requirements take effect December 2026, giving agencies a staged implementation window.

DTA – Media Releases(AU) 19 Dec 2025 42

Australia ranked 5th globally in the World Bank's 2025 GovTech Maturity Index with a score of 98.5%.

Key points

AI governance is cited as a contributing factor - the APS AI Plan and AI policy are listed among enabling initiatives.
This is primarily a digital transformation milestone; AI is one thread among several, not the central subject.

DTA – Media Releases(AU) 8 Dec 2025 75

DTA's new whole-of-government Cloud Policy takes effect 1 July 2026 for non-corporate Commonwealth entities.

Key points

Policy explicitly positions cloud infrastructure as the foundation for AI adoption across the APS.
Five core requirements cover cloud prioritisation, security, cost transparency, interoperability, and workforce skills.

DTA – Media Releases(Multi) 8 Dec 2025 55

DTA hosted OECD E-Leaders Day 2, covering human-centred design, digital identity, AI measurement, and digital investment.

Key points

Only a quarter of OECD countries conduct thorough AI impact assessments; Australia's Investment Oversight Framework was highlighted as a comparative example.
AI measurement is one thread among several - the item is broader digital government practice than AI-specific governance.

DTA – Media Releases(AU) 1 Dec 2025 98

DTA has released an updated AI policy, a new AI Impact Assessment Tool, and new AI procurement guidance, effective 15 December 2025.

Key points

The updated Policy mandates AI impact assessments for all use cases and requires agencies to develop and communicate a strategic position on AI adoption.
An AI Review Committee for high-risk use cases across the APS is being finalised, with terms of reference expected in Q1 2026.

DTA – Media Releases(AU) 20 Nov 2025 98

The APS AI Plan has launched, jointly led by Finance, APSC, and DTA, structured around Trust, People, and Tools pillars.

Key points

Agencies must appoint Chief AI Officers, designate accountable officers per use case, maintain internal AI registers, and conduct AI impact assessments.
A new AI Review Committee managed by DTA will provide cross-government scrutiny of high-risk AI use cases.