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Out of cite, out of mind: the current state of practice, policy, and technology for the citation of data

Published digital data, like the use of digitally published literature, depends upon the ability to identify, authenticate, locate, access, and interpret them. Data citations provide necessary support for these functions, as well as other functions such as attribution of credit and establishment of provenance. References to data, however, present new challenges.
Report

Sustaining the unsustainable: police and community safety review, final report


This review finds that the police and emergency services portfolio of agencies in Queensland is not operating efficiently and has some endemic challenges particularly in the areas of information and communication technology and human resources, as well as demand management and service delivery.
Report

Internet freedom and political space


This report examines whether and how furthering Internet freedom can empower civil society vis-à-vis public officials, make the government more accountable to its citizens, and integrate citizens into the policymaking process. Abstract The Internet has become a new battleground between governments that censor online content and those who advocate freedom to browse, post, and share...
Report

Innovation Policy Report: September 2013


The Innovation Policy Report aims to highlight developments in the innovation policy area. It also includes reference to relevant innovation documents and events.
Report

Options for addressing the issue of sexting by minors


This report examines the legal and social risks faced by minors engaging in sexting and the options to address them. On 27 June 2013, the Senate appointed the Select Committee on Cyber Safety to inquire into and report, by 30 August 2013, on options for addressing the issue of sexting by minors. The committee's inquiry...