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Intergenerational Report released
Author: AIIA
Tuesday, 9 February 2010
The Australian Government has released its next Intergenerational Report, which sets the vision for productivity growth up to 2050. The main themes in the report surround an ageing population and consequent pressures on health care along with associtated increases in health spending.
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Skilled Migration reform announced
Author: AIIA
Monday, 8 February 2010
Minister for Immigration and Citizenship, Senator Chris Evans this morning announced a reform of Australia’s skilled migration program. Changes on the whole will have little impact on the ICT industry, and can be seen as a positive development for the sector with larger business likely to particularly benefit.
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R&D Amendments - AIIA Response to Exposure Draft
Author: AIIA
Monday, 8 February 2010
"AIIA is concerned that the proposed changes to the R&D regime fail to recognise the pervasive and transformational nature of information and communications technologies across the entire economy. If the flow-on economic impact of innovation in the ICT sector is stifled by these proposed changes, the government’s objective to achieve a productivity lift to upwards of 2 percent is at risk."
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iAwards 2010 - nominations now open!
Author: AIIA
Monday, 1 February 2010
The iAwards provide your business with the opportunity to be recognised as a leading ICT innovator in the Australian marketplace. Don’t miss this chance to get involved! Applications close 28 April 2010.
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Media Release: R&D Amendments threaten innovation
Author: AIIA
Thursday, 28 January 2010
“Innovative software development will be essential to the creation of a vibrant digital economy; the proposed R&D tax amendments threaten the fundamental contribution that the ICT industry stands to deliver the Australian business community.”
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Changes to R&D threaten innovation
Author: AIIA
Monday, 18 January 2010
Proposed amendments to R&D legislation will potentially have a negative impact across the ICT sector.
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Media release: Conroy honoured by APac IT sector
Author: AIIA
Monday, 21 December 2009
ASOCIO awarded Senator Stephen Conroy, Minister for Broadband, Communications and the Digital Economy, the 2009 ASOCIO IT Award for contributions to the Australian ICT industry at a gala dinner on Thursday December 17.
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Media release: Aussies take international awards
Friday, 18 December 2009

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Four Australian technology companies took out honours in the 2009 Asia Paci...
Media release: Asia Pacific ICT research released
Wednesday, 16 December 2009

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In partnership with KPMG India, the Asian-Oceanian Computing Industry Organ...
Media Release: APDIS Launches!
Wednesday, 16 December 2009

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“APDIS has presented a terrific opportunity to bring together two key theme...
The International Sustainable Futures Forum
Tuesday, 8 December 2009

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If your business is creating or looking for innovative GreenIT technology s...
International Trade Day at APDIS
Monday, 7 December 2009

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Join a Trade Mission to 25 economies without leaving town! International Bu...
AIIA's GreenIT eBook: available now!
Monday, 7 December 2009

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The GreenIT eBook is designed to give Australian business managers the info...
Press release: 500 ICT leaders converge on Vic
Monday, 7 December 2009

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Over 500 international delegates from 25 economies across the Asia Pacific ...
APDIS delivers comprehensive business-matching
Tuesday, 24 November 2009

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The Australian Digital Innovation Summit provides the chance for your busin...
Innovative New Consulting Services Marketplace
Wednesday, 11 November 2009

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AIIA‘s Consulting and Professional Services sourcing portal, powered by iFi...
Windows 7 Catalogue Registrations Close 17 Nov!
Wednesday, 11 November 2009

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Over 50 companies have registered as part of the AIIA and Microsoft 'Buy Au...
The year in review
Monday, 9 November 2009

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AIIA's Annual Review 2008-2009 takes a look at some of the many activities ...
Media Release: AIIA applauds eWaste legislation
Thursday, 5 November 2009

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The Australian Information Industry Association welcomes the decision annou...
R&D Tax Concessions on the agenda
Tuesday, 13 October 2009

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Proposed changes to the Research and Development Tax concession scheme are ...
Asia Pacific Digital Innovation Summit: Melbourne
Monday, 12 October 2009

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In December 2009, Australia will welcome hundreds of delegates from 25 econ...
Software Escrow — a value proposition
Monday, 12 October 2009

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A Technology Escrow service from APPS Global provides off-site, secure, hot...
Government Relations activity update: 21 September
Monday, 21 September 2009

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The latest updates on a range of issues that AIIA is currently engaged on w...
Media release: telecommunication reform
Tuesday, 15 September 2009

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AIIA supports government steps toward clarifying the telecommunications reg...
457 Visa Reforms – update
Monday, 14 September 2009

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From 14 September 2009, major integrity-focused reforms to the Subclass 457...
Market Salary Rates for 457 visa holders
Friday, 11 September 2009

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From 14 September 2009, all standard business sponsors of subclass 457 visa...
Media release: Qld gets smart with the ICT economy
Thursday, 10 September 2009

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Speaking to over 1,000 attendees at an AIIA event in Brisbane, Queensland P...
APDIS is coming!
Wednesday, 2 September 2009

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The Asia Pacific Digital Innovation Summit will bring together participants...
Small Business grants open to IT providers
Tuesday, 1 September 2009

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Service providers can now apply for grants of between $50,000 and $500,000 ...
Media release: Government ICT Reform Agenda
Friday, 14 August 2009

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“Sir Peter Gershon’s recommendations for the use and management of ICT in G...
ICT collaboration breeds innovation in the ACT
Thursday, 13 August 2009

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CollabIT provides the framework for local companies to partner with the lar...
Media release: Decisive action required on eHealth
Tuesday, 28 July 2009

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The NHHRC has specifically identified three core changes required to implem...
E-waste RIS provides the right support mechanisms
Friday, 17 July 2009

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AIIA welcomes the Consultation Regulatory Impact Statement on electronic wa...
Australia’s Digital Economy: Future Directions
Tuesday, 14 July 2009

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The Australian Information Industry Association (AIIA) welcomes today’s ann...
AIIA.biz. Meet the experts.
Friday, 3 July 2009

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If you’re a software start-up – a handful of creative-types just landing yo...
MSL increase to the Employer Nomination Scheme
Wednesday, 1 July 2009

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From 1 July 2009, the Minimum Salary Level (MSL) for Employer Nomination Sc...
New requirement for Subclass 457 Sponsors
Wednesday, 1 July 2009

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From 27 June 2009, all 457 sponsorship applicants are required to attest in...
Visit by John Higgins, Director-General, Intellect
Tuesday, 16 June 2009

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AIIA was delighted to host the visit to Australia (31 May to 11 June) of Jo...
AIIA.biz. Meet the experts.
Monday, 15 June 2009

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AIIA membership provides every business with access heavily discounted prof...
Salary increases for overseas workers from 1 July
Friday, 12 June 2009

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Two important changes to the salary requirements of all workers on 457 visa...
Roger Allen wins coveted ICT industry award
Wednesday, 3 June 2009

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ICT industry innovator and entrepreneur Roger Allen was this year’s winner ...
The 2009 iAwards winners announced
Thursday, 28 May 2009

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The 2009 iAwards winners were announced at a glittering ceremony in Melbour...
Introducing APPS Global: now at your service
Sunday, 24 May 2009

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Whether you are buyer seeking to protect your investment in technology, a v...
Employing someone from overseas?
Sunday, 24 May 2009

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There are some basic questions that every employer needs to understand when...
AIIA welcomes EPHC e-waste decision
Friday, 22 May 2009

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AIIA welcomes today’s recognition from the EPHC for the need to establish a...
Government releases recovery-based Budget
Wednesday, 13 May 2009

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"ICT has the capability to deliver the outcomes sought through this Budget,...
TravelWherehouse and Apps Global join AIIA.biz
Monday, 11 May 2009

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Two new Expert providers have signed up to join AIIA.biz - providing member...
AIIA response to IP Australia Consultation Paper
Monday, 11 May 2009

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AIIA views the issue of IP protection in all forms as critical to the conti...
Industry and environmentalists unite to end eWaste
Wednesday, 6 May 2009

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A landmark agreement which has the potential to massively increase recyclin...
AIIA welcomes IT Industry Innovation Council
Tuesday, 5 May 2009

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“The IT Industry Innovation Council will generate a stronger understanding ...
The 2009 iAwards - don't miss out!
Monday, 4 May 2009

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Come and celebrate the Australian ICT industry and applaud the winners as y...
CeBIT 2009
Monday, 4 May 2009

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Hannover Fairs Australia is getting ready to open the doors of CeBIT Austra...
The 2009 Technology Innovation Showcase
Friday, 1 May 2009

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This is your chance to see practical technology innovation in action, rangi...
National Broadband announcement
Tuesday, 7 April 2009

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AIIA is welcoming the Government's decision to establish a new company to b...
Software a critical tax incentive oversight
Wednesday, 11 March 2009

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The exclusion of software and related services from proposed Government tax...
Victorian Bushfire assistance
Wednesday, 4 March 2009

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The Australian Information and Communications Technology (ICT) industry is ...
AIIA joins forces with Computers Off Australia
Tuesday, 3 March 2009

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In one of the first energy-saving initiatives of its kind, the Australian I...
Hong Kong International ICT Expo
Monday, 23 February 2009

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Hong Kong – Your bridge to China and Asian ICT markets Greater China ICT m...
AIIA.biz. Go online. Meet the Experts.
Tuesday, 10 February 2009

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AIIA.biz is designed to deliver tangible benefits to members where it reall...
Government's economic stimulus package
Wednesday, 4 February 2009

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The Australian Government's economic stimulus package is a missed opportuni...
AIIA Gershon Engagement Team
Monday, 2 February 2009

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Read on for more detail about AIIA's Gershon Engagement Team, the Gerhson W...
AIIA.biz Knowledge Bank & Business Savings
Monday, 22 December 2008

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AIIA.biz is designed to deliver tangible benefits to members where it reall...
2009 iAwards – register now!
Monday, 22 December 2008

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Register now to receive the latest information about the 2009 iAwards and g...
Small steps towards better SME outcomes
Sunday, 21 December 2008

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2008 has been particularly notable for the range of government activity tha...
Asia-Pacific Digital Economy Summit 2009
Monday, 17 November 2008

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Get involved in the Asia-Pacific Digital Economy Summit in Melbourne in Dec...
Gershon priority is implementation and engagement
Sunday, 16 November 2008

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AIIA today welcomed Cabinet’s prompt response to the Gershon Review as prov...
AIIA National Board of Directors for 2008-09
Friday, 14 November 2008

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The 2008-09 AIIA Board of Directors was announced at the AGM held in Sydney...
AIIA partners with BizSpark
Monday, 10 November 2008

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BizSpark is an exciting new program designed to provide early stage start-u...
AIIA Gershon Response released
Friday, 31 October 2008

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The Review of the Australian Government's Use of ICT (the Gershon Review) h...
Free Expo booth for AIIA members at ASOCIO 2008
Wednesday, 15 October 2008

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The ASOCIO ICT Summit provides industry players an excellent opportunity to...
AIIA response to Venturous Australia
Friday, 3 October 2008

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Members can now access AIIA's response to the recommendations arising from ...
AIIA National Board Elections
Thursday, 25 September 2008

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The AIIA will soon be holding its annual elections, both for State Committe...
National Digital Economy Workshops
Monday, 22 September 2008

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AIIA represented members and the technology industry at the recent Australi...
AIIA's priorities
Monday, 15 September 2008

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AIIA's role is to lead and represent the ICT industry in Australia. We do t...
AIIA 30th anniversary celebrated in style
Monday, 1 September 2008

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AIIA celebrated its 30th anniversary at Old Parliament House on 27 August. ...
AIIA celebrates 30th birthday
Monday, 11 August 2008

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AIIA will celebrate its 30th birthday in August with a cocktail party for c...
First Aussie astronaut opens ICT Careers Week
Monday, 28 July 2008

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Australia’s first astronaut, Dr Paul Scully-Power, today gave an inspiratio...
National ICT Careers Week opens
Friday, 25 July 2008

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The first ever National ICT Careers Week begins on Monday 28 July to promot...
Australia's peak ICT body makes key appointments
Monday, 21 July 2008

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AIIA Chairman John Grant today announced the permanent appointment of Ian B...
National ICT Careers Week industry support
Friday, 18 July 2008

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The essential contribution skilled ICT workers make to Australian industrie...
ICT Careers Week promoting a growing jobs market
Friday, 11 July 2008

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‘More than 100,000 new ICT jobs have been created in the past decade alone,...
National ICT Careers Week continues to grow
Monday, 7 July 2008

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The inaugural National ICT Careers Week continues to gain momentum, and wit...
ICT industry engage with Garnaut Review
Monday, 7 July 2008

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AIIA today welcomed the release of the draft Garnaut Climate Change Review ...
ICT Careers Week starts here, goes everywhere
Monday, 30 June 2008

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National ICT Careers Week has captured the imagination of the Australian IC...
Queensland Premier invests in ICT
Monday, 30 June 2008

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Queensland Premier, the Hon Anna Bligh MP, last week confirmed the state’s ...
National ICT Careers Week begins!
Tuesday, 10 June 2008

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Over 100 organisations participated in National ICT Careers Week, 28 July-2...
Byteback-Officeworks partnership
Thursday, 5 June 2008

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Byteback, a free computer take-back program being trialed in Victoria to he...
2008 iAwards
Wednesday, 28 May 2008

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Congratulations to all 2008 iAward winners, the best of Australian ICT, ann...
Australia 2020 submissions
Friday, 11 April 2008

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AIIA has made three submissions to the Australia 2020 Summit on behalf of i...
Start planning for National ICT Careers Week
Wednesday, 9 April 2008

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Start planning your activities for National ICT Careers Week 28 July-2 Augu...
AIIA announces change at the top
Tuesday, 8 April 2008

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AIIA today announced the departure of CEO Sheryle Moon, who is leaving to t...
See you at CeBIT
Monday, 7 April 2008

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CeBIT Australia showcases the latest solutions in over 30 categories, inclu...
Unplug in support of Earth Hour
Friday, 28 March 2008

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AIIA today announced its support for Earth Hour and emphasised the importan...
AIIA calls ICT educators to close the gender gap
Friday, 7 March 2008

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On the eve of International Women’s Day, the peak body for the ICT industry...
Salary Survey provides clarity
Thursday, 6 March 2008

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AIIA today released its latest Survey of Salaries and Remuneration Packagin...
New AIIA website
Wednesday, 27 February 2008

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We have redeveloped our website, based on member feedback, with easier to u...
Academic Council a boost for the creation of ICT
Thursday, 14 February 2008

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The Australian Information Industry Association (AIIA) today welcomed the c...
Global Readiness Index
Thursday, 7 February 2008

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Are you ready to take on the world? The Australian Government Export Financ...
What is ICT?
Tuesday, 5 February 2008

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Modern ICT encompasses must-have products like digital TV, smart phones, di...
Print is so five minutes ago
Tuesday, 29 January 2008

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“The steady rise of electronic broadcasting has reached a critical mass in ...
‘Million Dollar Babes’ a boon to ICT industry
Tuesday, 22 January 2008

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The inaugural Million Dollar Babes award was announced today, honouring six...
Skillsmatch celebrates
Tuesday, 15 January 2008

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SkillsMatch, the national ICT skills monitoring system, recently celebrated...
2008 must be year of the sustainable workplace
Friday, 11 January 2008

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The Australian Information Industry Association (AIIA) said today that whil...
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Tuesday, 1 January 2008

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