Senator the Hon Stephen Conroy
Minister for Broadband, Communications and the Digital Economy
Deputy Leader of the Government in the Senate

National ICT Careers Week an important digital economy driver

The Minister for Broadband, Communications and the Digital Economy, Senator Stephen Conroy, today officially launched the 2009 National ICT Careers Week.

"Now is the perfect time to be embarking on an ICT career and this week is a great chance to find out more about the opportunities on offer."

"ICT professionals are an important national resource as an increasing number of everyday economic and social activities are enabled by the internet and other networks. They are a vital foundation for our national digital economy."

"Australia's Digital Economy: Future Directions paper, launched last week, identifies one of the key elements of a successful digital economy as a digitally confident, innovative and skilled industry."

"The success of Australia's digital economy requires collaboration by government, industry and the community to maximise the benefits of the digital economy for all Australians."

"National ICT Careers Week is an important industry initiative to highlight the study and career opportunities for young people in the digital economy."

"The Rudd Government is making significant investments including the National Broadband Network, to enable new employment opportunities for ICT professionals across the economy."

"Congratulations to the Australian Computer Society, the Australian Information Industry Association and all participants for their continued support of this great digital economy program," Senator Conroy said.

Australia's Digital Economy: Future Directions:
Online – www.dbcde.gov.au/digital_economy/final_report

Date: 27 July 2009
Contact: Tim Marshall 0408 258 457