Author: Adrianne Saplagio

Broadband performance and its impact on communication reliability

The ACCC has broadened its Measuring Broadband Australia program to include satellite service performance. Its latest report features data on Starlink and NBN Sky Muster....

Understanding scam risks in seasonal fundraising communications

The Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission (ACNC) warns that scammers often exploit generosity during the festive period. Commissioner Sue Woodward AM said many legitimate charities...

Stopping scams: Albanese Government cracks down on SMS fraud

The Albanese Government is taking strong action against SMS scams by introducing a mandatory SMS Sender ID Register. The Minister for Communications, Michelle Rowland, will...

Advancing inclusive communication with 3D printed tactile tools

Monash University inclusive technology researchers have created groundbreaking guidelines for designing 3D-printed educational and accessible tools to assist people who are blind or have low...

Communication challenges: Affordability restricts digital inclusion in remote areas

Internet access in Australia’s remote and very remote communities has improved over the past two years, driven by enhanced 4G, Wi-Fi, and satellite infrastructure across...

Online Safety Amendment Bill ensures age-appropriate social media use

The Albanese Government has fulfilled its commitment to support parents and protect young people by legislating a minimum social media age of 16, with the...

NSW applauds stricter regulations on social media for children

The NSW Government has welcomed the Federal Government’s new law banning social media for children under 16, with the Online Safety Amendment (Social Media Minimum...

Federal grants to support local and independent journalism

The Albanese Government is fulfilling its pledge to support public interest journalism with applications now open for the $15 million News Media Relief Program (NMRP)....

$48M funding boost to improve mobile coverage on regional NSW roads

The Australian and Minns Labor Governments have announced up to $48 million in joint funding to enhance mobile coverage. This initiative will benefit highways and...

‘Big Tech on notice’: Prioritising safety in platform design and communication

The Joint Select Committee on Social Media and Australian Society has released its final report, putting “Big Tech on notice.” It calls for increased accountability...

New legislation targets harmful digital misinformation while safeguarding free speech

Serious misinformation and disinformation threaten safety, election integrity, democracy, and national security. Eighty per cent of Australians are calling for action. The Communications Legislation Amendment...

New law mandates proactive safety measures by tech companies

The Albanese Government is committed to protecting Australians through world-leading online safety laws. As part of this effort, it will legislate a Digital Duty of...

Dating industry faces pressure to tackle online abuse

New research emphasises the importance of dating apps safeguarding Australians from sexual predators, calling for enhanced measures to ensure user safety and security. The increasing...

Telcos to prioritise customer updates during major outages

The Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) has introduced new rules for the telecommunications industry. These rules require companies to prioritise customer communications during major...

One year later: how the Optus outage shaped emergency and customer communications

One year after the nationwide Optus outage, the Albanese Government has made significant strides in enhancing telecommunications network resilience. Improvements include better complaints handling and...

New legislation places responsibility on social media platforms for age compliance

The Albanese Government will introduce legislation to set 16 as the minimum age for social media access. This move follows endorsement by the National Cabinet....

Government delivers broadband upgrades for millions

The Albanese Government is boosting Australia’s digital capacity. More than nine million homes and businesses can now access the fastest broadband speeds on the National...

Free digital literacy program rolls out to primary schools nationwide

Primary schools nationwide now have access to a free media and digital literacy program funded by the Albanese Government. Developed by the Alannah & Madeline...

Mobile phone ban improves focus and social interaction in NSW schools

A new survey by the NSW Department of Education reveals that the Minns Labor Government’s mobile phone ban in all NSW public schools has enhanced...

Strengthening mobile resilience in Australia’s disaster-prone regions

The Albanese Government is bolstering the resilience of mobile network communications in regional, remote, and peri-urban Australia. This initiative aims to keep communities safer and...