The document summarizes the rise of social media and Government 2.0 in the Australian government. It discusses how most Australians now use social media and the internet. It defines Government 2.0 as using digital technologies to engage citizens in government decision making through open data and online consultations. Examples are given of Australian government departments and agencies using social media platforms and over 250 online consultations. Guidelines for public servants around appropriate social media use are also summarized.

1. Presented by Craig Thomler May 2011 Social media & Gov 2.0 in Australian Government

2. Who am I?

5. Samuel Morse’s electric telegraph (1838) ( http:// en.wikipedia.org/wiki/File:Samuel_morse_telegraph.jpg )

7. Internet use in Australia

8. Source: http://about.sensis.com.au/small-business/sensis-ebusiness-report/ Australia’s internet experience

9. Majority of Australians use social media Source: http://about.sensis.com.au/small-business/sensis-ebusiness-report/

11. What is Government 2.0?

14. Click on the images above to visit each website Gov 2.0 in action

15. Australian Gov 2.0 in action Source: http://www.twitter100.com

16. Guidance for public sector social media use

19. Examples of Gov 2.0 and social media approaches

27. Discussion & Questions (Don’t be shy!)