Question On Notice No. 621 asked in the Legislative Council on 16 March 2022 by Hon Wilson Tucker
Question Directed to the: Minister for Innovation and ICT
Parliament: 41 Session: 1
Tabled Paper No: 1251-
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Question
(1) Can the Minister identify government programs intended to improve digital inclusion in the State?
(2) What agency or Minister is responsible for the delivery of these programs?
(3) What funding has been allocated to these programs?
Answered on 10 May 2022
(1-2) The Western Australian (WA) Government undertakes a number of initiatives to support better digital inclusion outcomes. The attached list includes details of the initiatives and the agency responsible for the delivery of the program (please see tabled paper no. #).
The WA Government is also committed to delivering the Digital Inclusion in WA Blueprint (the Blueprint) to ensure that Western Australians can easily access and use digital technologies. The Blueprint seeks to address four key barriers to digital inclusion in the State – connectivity, affordability, skills, and design. The WA Government is currently consulting with industry, community service organisations and community representatives on the strategic implementation of the Blueprint through a partnership framework and initiatives program. The Blueprint is planned to be delivered by the end of 2022.
(3) Funding information should be sought from the Minister responsible for each initiative.