Webinars: the future of communications?
In today’s rapidly evolving landscape, content consumers hold more power than ever before in deciding how, when, and where they engage with information. As modern communicators, …
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Mind your (security) risks in AI
Artificial Intelligence (AI) will transform the work of communication professionals in government. It’s a matter of, if not when. But it is a minefield that …
How government communicators could leverage AI to achieve their objectives
What if you could write the first draft of your next communication strategy in under five minutes? Artificial Intelligence (AI) is rapidly becoming more practical …
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Stop readers in their tracks
Having worked in the public sector for 11 years, I have read a lot. As a web publisher, I read policy, reports, articles and media …
Future-Proofing Government Communications
Over the Easter break, in amongst spending quality time with the kids and eating too much chocolate, I managed to pick up and read a …
Steering Wheel
‘’Why are communication professionals worrying about a seat at the table when they already have one hand on the steering wheel?’’– Mike Klein, Founder and …
5 questions to ask before choosing your next media training
Is ‘media training’ still relevant and useful? The answer is yes. To get better on-camera, you need to be proactive in improving your media interviews …
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What to expect from the Australian 2021-22 budget
On Friday the 7th of May, Josh Frydenberg, Treasurer of Australia Deputy Leader of the Liberal Party, said to AFR Weekend “We have to consolidate …
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Moving from reactive to proactive communications
When a policy or program is launched, good communications are vital to ensure the audience hears, understands and engages with it. Despite its importance, internal …
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What case studies can do for your communication strategy
As communicators, both in the private and public sectors alike, we’re always looking for new ways to demonstrate the value of our work. Whether a …
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Write less, say more: the plain English guide for Government communicators
As a Government communicator, it’s important to get your message across simply and clearly. The best way to do this is by using plain English. …
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The Year of Content: What the Deloitte Media Consumer Survey means for 2019
“It’s the year of content. And the pickings are plentiful for consumers who increasingly expect an ‘all access’ pass to media and entertainment.” – Media …
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5 Steps to integrate powerful storytelling into your communications strategy
‘Storytelling is the most powerful way to put ideas into the world today.’ ~ Robert McKee Government Communication is no longer just about sharing programs, …
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Cultivating workplace motivation and productivity in your team
Workplace motivation. The big ‘M’ word at it again. What is it and when did this curious little critter become so important in determining workforce …
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The changing landscape of social media for government communication
2018 has been a theatrical year for social media leading to a lot of debates around data collection and distribution, anti-fake news measures and algorithms …
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Social Media & Government: How to manage it successfully
With over two-thirds of Australians checking social media daily, it’s no secret that social media is an important tool for the government to connect with …
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How generating public value is key to transforming government communications
When it comes to improving political governance and government communications, the age of excuses may finally be over. There is a very real and positive …
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Four Step Guide for Government Communicators to Effectively Engage Citizens
“Everything that we’ve designed within the framework is anchored in the research, and into what we heard when we’re listening to people.” – Damian Carmichael, …
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GDPR and the Australian Privacy Act 1988: Key Differences
In May 2018 the European Union (EU) introduced the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), a law that outlines how personal data can be accessed and …
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The Digital News Report: Australia 2018 in review
One of the great perks of working in government communications here in Canberra is access to the latest innovations and research on the Australian media …
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