Articles on technology leadership, cyber security, infrastructure, education technology, homelabs and the Townsville technology community.

Announced, welcomed, then refused: what happened to Townsville's $42.1m affordable housing precinct?

Townsville's proposed 81-home affordable living precinct was celebrated in April and refused in July. What happened between announcement and outcome?

If you work in tech, your own .id.au domain just makes sense

Why Australia's little-known .id.au domain is a cheap, practical home for your professional portfolio, personal email, technical writing and online identity.

North Queensland Cyber Watch: Nick Scali takes systems offline after cyber incident

Nick Scali has disclosed a cyber security incident that disrupted systems and slowed customer service nationally, including around its Townsville, Mackay and Cairns stores.

What cyber security jobs were advertised across North Queensland in 2025–26?

A fact-checked look at cyber security and cyber-adjacent jobs advertised in Townsville, Cairns and Mackay during 2025 and 2026, including salaries and career pathways.

Why I still take on cyber security consulting work in Townsville, outside the day job

I work as a cyber security consultant for small businesses, charities and community organisations around Townsville through Suburban Secure — here's why, and what that actually involves.

Queensland is paying for cyber security and AI training right now — here's what's actually on offer

A $11.5 million Queensland Government program is funding free AI, cyber security and procurement micro-credentials through UniSC, and TAFE Queensland already runs a separate free cyber security course. What's live now, what's coming, and who it's worth registering for.

Secure by design: the principles behind every good cyber security decision

What secure by design means in practice: safer defaults, least privilege, layered defences, supported technology and Australian Government guidance.