COMCARE

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Tracked since 11 Nov 2025 · 1 change of substance across 4 versions · last changed 29 Apr 2026

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  1. Tracking begins. The statement says it was first published Feb 2025.

  2. substantive Comcare now says it is exploring limited internal AI use and running a governance program aligned to DTA guidance, and records an April 2026 review.

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    • New disclosure: exploring AI in a limited, controlled way for internal analysis, information management and workplace productivity
    • New commitment: targeted program aligned to DTA guidance to build a risk-based framework for identifying, governing and overseeing AI use
    • Focus stated as governance, assurance and visibility of AI activity rather than delivering individual AI solutions
    • Statement now records a review in April 2026
    • Early-review trigger reworded from 'adoption of AI changes' to 'material change to Comcare's use of AI'
    • Added: Domain added: corporate and enabling
    • Added: New commitment (will): Establish a practical, risk-based framework for identifying, governing and overseeing AI use across the agency
    • Added: Strategic position on AI: not mentioned → planned
    • Added: Usage pattern added: analytics for insights
    • Added: Usage pattern added: workplace productivity
    • Changed: Stated last-updated date: — → 2026-04
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What the statement says

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Comcare says it does not use AI for its core functions. It is exploring limited, controlled use for internal analysis, information management and workplace productivity, with a human always making final decisions. It treats the DTA policy as non-mandatory but relies on existing security, privacy and risk frameworks, mandatory staff training and monitoring of AI use, with its Chief Information Office as accountable official, and is building a risk-based AI governance framework. read by Claude Opus 5.5

What it says AI is used for

  • Analytics for insights
  • Workplace productivity
  • Corporate and enabling

Public-facing AI: yes, with human review

Safeguards named: risk assessment, staff training, privacy or security controls, an acceptable-use policy

The Standard’s eight elements 7 of 8

  • Found: Intentions behind AI use
  • Found: Use classified by DTA usage pattern or domain
  • Found: Public-facing use addressed
  • Found: Monitoring and protection measures
  • Not found: Compliance with the policy
  • Found: Compliance with legislation
  • Found: Date last updated
  • Found: Public contact

What the policy requires Policy v2.0

Accountable official
Chief Information Office
Strategic position on AI
planned
AI use-case register
not mentioned
Staff training
mandatory
Policy version referenced
unspecified version

What the AI Plan asks AI Plan

Chief AI Officer
not mentioned

Dates as of 12 Oct 2026

Review schedule
annually and when the approach changes
Says it was last updated
Apr 2026
Last change we saw
29 Apr 2026
Updated since policy v2.0
yes
Annual review
stated date within the last year

Commitments

  • will not Staff not permitted to input sensitive information of employees or customers into AI technologies
  • human oversight AI not used in compliance, auditing or decision-making without human oversight; final decisions made by a human
  • will Statement reviewed annually, or earlier if Comcare's adoption of AI changes
  • will Establish a practical, risk-based framework for identifying, governing and overseeing AI use across the agency

The statement

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Comcare acknowledges the Digital Transformation Agency's Policy for the responsible use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in government (the Policy) that sets the approach for the use of AI by government.

While the Policy is not a mandatory requirement for Comcare, we are committed to the safe, ethical and responsible use of AI. Comcare believes transparency is critical to building public trust.

Comcare at present does not use AI for any of its core functions or responsibilities. Specifically, AI is not used in compliance, auditing, or decision-making processes without human oversight. This means that while AI technologies may be used to assist in various tasks, any final decisions or actions are made by a human. This approach ensures that there is always a human responsible for accountability and accuracy in service delivery. Comcare staff are not permitted to input sensitive information of its employees or customers into AI technologies.

Comcare currently is exploring the use of AI in a limited and controlled manner, primarily to support internal analysis, information management, and workplace productivity.

Comcare is undertaking a targeted program of work, aligned to Digital Transformation Agency guidance, to establish a practical, risk‑based framework for identifying, governing, and overseeing AI use across the agency.

The focus is on strengthening governance, decision‑making, assurance, and visibility of AI activity, rather than delivering individual AI solutions. This governance uplift will guide future AI adoption at Comcare.

Comcare sees benefits from using AI to improve the analysis and communication of information flows and in improving workplace productivity. We are committed to safe, ethical, and responsible AI use, guided by:

  • existing information security, privacy, and risk management frameworks
  • alignment with Australia's Voluntary AI Safety Standard and AI Ethics Principles
  • mandatory staff training on AI fundamentals, privacy, data analytics, and cybersecurity
  • additional training for employees involved in AI procurement, development, and deployment
  • strict compliance with relevant legislation, frameworks, and policies
  • active monitoring of AI usage to ensure continued security and compliance.

This statement was published in February 2025 and reviewed in April 2026. It will be reviewed annually, or earlier if there is a material change to Comcare’s use of AI.

Comcare's Chief Information Office is designated as the accountable official under the Policy. If you have any enquiries about this statement, please contact us via the details on the contact us page of this website. (Template language)

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    Comcare now says it is exploring limited internal AI use and running a governance program aligned to DTA guidance, and records an April 2026 review.

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    # AI Transparency Statement ______________________________________________________________________ Comcare acknowledges the Digital Transformation Agency's [Policy for the responsible use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in government](https://www.digital.gov.au/policy/ai/policy) (the Policy) that sets the approach for the use of AI by government. While the Policy is not a mandatory requirement for Comcare, we are committed to the safe, ethical and responsible use of AI. Comcare believes transparency is critical to building public trust. Comcare at present does not use AI for any of its core functions or responsibilities. Specifically, AI is not used in compliance, auditing, or decision-making processes without human oversight. This means that while AI technologies may be used to assist in various tasks, any final decisions or actions are made by a human. This approach ensures that there is always a human responsible for accountability and accuracy in service delivery. Comcare staff are not permitted to input sensitive information of its employees or customers into AI technologies. Comcare currently is exploring the use of AI in a limited and controlled manner, primarily to support internal analysis, information management, and workplace productivity. Comcare is undertaking a targeted program of work, aligned to Digital Transformation Agency guidance, to establish a practical, risk‑based framework for identifying, governing, and overseeing AI use across the agency. The focus is on strengthening governance, decision‑making, assurance, and visibility of AI activity, rather than delivering individual AI solutions. This governance uplift will guide future AI adoption at Comcare. ## Responsible use commitments Comcare sees benefits from using AI to improve the analysis and communication of information flows and in improving workplace productivity. We are committed to safe, ethical, and responsible AI use, guided by: - existing information security, privacy, and risk management frameworks - alignment with Australia's Voluntary AI Safety Standard and AI Ethics Principles - mandatory staff training on AI fundamentals, privacy, data analytics, and cybersecurity - additional training for employees involved in AI procurement, development, and deployment - strict compliance with relevant legislation, frameworks, and policies - active monitoring of AI usage to ensure continued security and compliance. This statement hwas been **published in February 2025 and reviewed in April 2026**. It will be reviewed annually, or earlier if Comcare's adoption of AI changesthere is a material change to Comcare’s use of AI. ## Contact us Comcare's Chief Information Office is designated as the accountable official under the Policy. If you have any enquiries about this statement, we can be reachedplease contact us via the details on the [contact us](https://www.comcare.gov.au/about/contact/contact-us "Contact us") page of this website.
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    Share this page: [Corporate publications](https://www.comcare.gov.au/about/forms-pubs/docs/pubs/corporate-publications) - [Annual Report 2018–19 (Transparency Portal Publication)](https://www.comcare.gov.au/about/forms-pubs/docs/pubs/corporate-publications/annual-report-18-19-portal) - [Annual Report 2019–20 (Transparency Portal Publication)](https://www.comcare.gov.au/about/forms-pubs/docs/pubs/corporate-publications/annual-report-19-20-portal) - [Annual Report 2020–21 (Transparency Portal Publication)](https://www.comcare.gov.au/about/forms-pubs/docs/pubs/corporate-publications/annual-report-2020-21-portal) - [Annual Report 2023-24 (Transparency Portal Publication)](https://www.comcare.gov.au/about/forms-pubs/docs/pubs/corporate-publications/annual-report-2023-24-transparency-portal-publication) - [Overpayments (Claims) – Guiding principles](https://www.comcare.gov.au/about/forms-pubs/docs/pubs/corporate-publications/overpayments-policy) - [AI Transparency Statement](https://www.comcare.gov.au/about/forms-pubs/docs/pubs/corporate-publications/ai-transparency-statement) - [Cybersecurity Strategy](https://www.comcare.gov.au/about/forms-pubs/docs/pubs/corporate-publications/cyber-security-strategy) # AI Transparency Statement ______________________________________________________________________ Comcare acknowledges the Digital Transformation Agency’'s [Policy for the responsible use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in government](https://www.digital.gov.au/policy/ai/policy) (the Policy) that sets the approach for the use of AI by government. While the Policy is not a mandatory requirement for Comcare, we are committed to the safe, ethical and responsible use of AI. Comcare believes transparency is critical to building public trust. Comcare at present does not use AI for any of its core functions or responsibilities. Specifically, AI is not used in compliance, auditing, or decision-making processes without human oversight. This means that while AI technologies may be used to assist in various tasks, any final decisions or actions are made by a human. This approach ensures that there is always a human responsible for accountability and accuracy in service delivery. Comcare staff are not permitted to input sensitive information of its employees or customers into AI technologies. Comcare sees benefits from using AI to improve the analysis and communication of information flows and in improving workplace productivity. We are committed to safe, ethical, and responsible AI use, guided by: - existing information security, privacy, and risk management frameworks - alignment with Australia’'s Voluntary AI Safety Standard and AI Ethics Principles - mandatory staff training on AI fundamentals, privacy, data analytics, and cybersecurity - additional training for employees involved in AI procurement, development, and deployment - strict compliance with relevant legislation, frameworks, and policies - active monitoring of AI usage to ensure continued security and compliance. This statement has been published in February 2025 and will be reviewed annually, or earlier if Comcare’'s adoption of AI changes. ## Contact us Comcare’'s Chief Information Office is designated as the accountable official under the Policy. If you have any enquiries about this statement, we can be reached via the details on the [contact us](https://www.comcare.gov.au/about/contact/contact-us) page of this website. You might also be interested in
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    - [About us](https://www.comcare.gov.au/about) - [Forms and publications](https://www.comcare.gov.au/about/forms-pubs) - [Corporate publications](https://www.comcare.gov.au/about/forms-pubs/docs/pubs/corporate-publications) - AI Transparency Statement Share this page: [Corporate publications](https://www.comcare.gov.au/about/forms-pubs/docs/pubs/corporate-publications) - [Annual Report 2018–19 (Transparency Portal Publication)](https://www.comcare.gov.au/about/forms-pubs/docs/pubs/corporate-publications/annual-report-18-19-portal) - [Annual Report 2019–20 (Transparency Portal Publication)](https://www.comcare.gov.au/about/forms-pubs/docs/pubs/corporate-publications/annual-report-19-20-portal) - [Annual Report 2020–21 (Transparency Portal Publication)](https://www.comcare.gov.au/about/forms-pubs/docs/pubs/corporate-publications/annual-report-2020-21-portal) - [Annual Report 2023-24 (Transparency Portal Publication)](https://www.comcare.gov.au/about/forms-pubs/docs/pubs/corporate-publications/annual-report-2023-24-transparency-portal-publication) - [Overpayments (Claims) – Guiding principles](https://www.comcare.gov.au/about/forms-pubs/docs/pubs/corporate-publications/overpayments-policy) - [AI Transparency Statement](https://www.comcare.gov.au/about/forms-pubs/docs/pubs/corporate-publications/ai-transparency-statement) - [Cybersecurity Strategy](https://www.comcare.gov.au/about/forms-pubs/docs/pubs/corporate-publications/cyber-security-strategy) # AI Transparency Statement ______________________________________________________________________ Comcare acknowledges the Digital Transformation Agency’s [Policy for the responsible use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in government](https://www.digital.gov.au/policy/ai/policy) (the Policy) that sets the approach for the use of AI by government. While the Policy is not a mandatory requirement for Comcare, we are committed to the safe, ethical and responsible use of AI. Comcare believes transparency is critical to building public trust. Comcare at present does not use AI for any of its core functions or responsibilities. Specifically, AI is not used in compliance, auditing, or decision-making processes without human oversight. This means that while AI technologies may be used to assist in various tasks, any final decisions or actions are made by a human. This approach ensures that there is always a human responsible for accountability and accuracy in service delivery. Comcare staff are not permitted to input sensitive information of its employees or customers into AI technologies. Comcare sees benefits from using AI to improve the analysis and communication of information flows and in improving workplace productivity. We are committed to safe, ethical, and responsible AI use, guided by: - existing information security, privacy, and risk management frameworks - alignment with Australia’s Voluntary AI Safety Standard and AI Ethics Principles - mandatory staff training on AI fundamentals, privacy, data analytics, and cybersecurity - additional training for employees involved in AI procurement, development, and deployment - strict compliance with relevant legislation, frameworks, and policies - active monitoring of AI usage to ensure continued security and compliance. This statement has been published in February 2025 and will be reviewed annually, or earlier if Comcare’s adoption of AI changes. ## Contact us Comcare’s Chief Information Office is designated as the accountable official under the Policy. If you have any enquiries about this statement, we can be reached via the details on the [contact us](https://www.comcare.gov.au/about/contact/contact-us) page of this website. You might also be interested in
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