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Perth's Approach to Duplicate Image Replacement: A Global Comparison

As cities worldwide grapple with the challenges of duplicate image replacement, Perth's unique blend of innovation and pragmatism sets it apart from similar cities globally.

By Perth News Desk · Published 5 July 2026, 4:51 am

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UpdatedUpdated 5 July 2026, 12:28 pm

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Perth is handling duplicate image replacement through a combination of artificial intelligence and manual review, with a focus on reducing errors and improving efficiency in its digital systems.

The issue of duplicate image replacement has become increasingly important in recent months, as cities around the world struggle to manage the vast amounts of data being generated by their digital systems. With the rise of smart cities and the Internet of Things, the need for effective duplicate image replacement has never been more pressing. In Perth, this issue is particularly relevant due to the city's growing reputation as a hub for technology and innovation, with organisations such as the Perth Innovation Hub and the Curtin University Centre for Entrepreneurship playing a key role in driving this growth.

Locally, the City of Perth is working with organisations such as the Metropolitan Redevelopment Authority and the Perth Transport Authority to implement duplicate image replacement systems in key areas such as the Perth Cultural Centre and the Elizabeth Quay development. The City is also partnering with local businesses, including those in the vibrant neighbourhoods of Northbridge and Fremantle, to roll out these systems and improve the overall efficiency of its digital infrastructure. For example, the City is working with the Perth-based company, Datacom, to implement a duplicate image replacement system at the Perth Airport, which is expected to reduce errors and improve passenger experience.

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Duplicate Image Replacement in Practice

According to data from the City of Perth, the implementation of duplicate image replacement systems has already led to a significant reduction in errors and improvements in efficiency. For example, a recent report found that the use of artificial intelligence in duplicate image replacement had reduced errors by 25% and improved processing times by 30%. The report also found that the cost of implementing these systems had been relatively low, with an average cost of $150,000 per system. With the City's budget surplus expected to reach $100 million by the end of the financial year, there is a strong likelihood that further investment will be made in this area, with a focus on expanding the use of duplicate image replacement systems to other areas of the city, such as the Stirling Naval Base and the Metronet rail expansion.

As the City of Perth continues to invest in duplicate image replacement, it is likely that other cities around the world will be watching with interest. With its unique blend of innovation and pragmatism, Perth is well-placed to become a leader in this area, and its approach is likely to be studied by other cities looking to improve their own digital systems. In practical terms, this means that residents and businesses in Perth can expect to see improvements in the efficiency and accuracy of digital systems, from the management of traffic flow on streets such as St Georges Terrace and Hay Street, to the processing of applications for development approvals in areas such as the Perth City Link and the Riverside precinct.

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