Australian Computer Society (ACS): Queensland pollies yet to wake up to tech

[1] ACS has stressed that The Queensland state election is neglecting technology, and it’s now calling for commitment from all political parties to drive Australia into a leading digital economy.

[2] Four key issues have been highlighted by ACS for debate during complains; creating digital cities, creating a dedicated Digital Economy Ministry, more focus on digital skills and digital literacy.

[3] According to the chair of ACS Queensland branch Dr Nick Tate, digital technologies are key drivers of higher standards of living, productivity growth, and innovation, but all these been neglected.

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[Source] http://www.businessspectator.com.au/news/2015/1/21/technology/queensland-pollies-yet-wake-tech