The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM) CEO Stuart Minchin announced an additional $1.15 million spent on the website’s updates after a controversial $96 million overhaul in late 2025, which faced backlash for poor user experience. He acknowledged that while the redesign achieved 80-90% of its goals, it missed key aspects for some users, necessitating ongoing improvements. The extensive cost, initially claimed to be $4.1 million, was part of a broader IT program called “Robust,” which included significant technological upgrades. BOM’s leadership emphasized that annual budgets are allocated for continuous enhancements as new features and technology emerge.
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