Category: Communication

Albanese government delivers high-speed fibre to WA communities

The Albanese Government has enabled more than 500,000 homes and businesses in Western Australia to upgrade to a world-class full fibre NBN broadband connection. The...

How storylines are revolutionising climate risk communication

New research led by Dr Tanya Fiedler, Senior Lecturer and Scientia Fellow at the UNSW Institute for Climate Risk & Response, highlights the critical role...

Serryn O’Regan on maintaining public trust through effective crisis response strategies

Comms Room is happy to share our interview with Chief Executive Officer of Equinim College Serryn O’Regan, as she imparts her invaluable insights on effective...

Defence strategy targets ICT improvements and digital integration

The Albanese Government has released the 2024 Defence Digital Strategy and Roadmap, outlining Defence’s approach to ICT for Australia’s national interest. As noted in the...

Improving telco communication standards for network outages

Minister for Communications, the Hon Michelle Rowland MP, has directed the Australian Communications and Media Authority to create enforceable industry standards. These standards aim to...

Boosting connectivity through digital community directory

The Hepburn Shire Council has launched a new online directory, aiming to enhance local economic activity and foster stronger community connections through effective communication. The...

Liz Grey on community building for brand via social media

Brands can spark genuine community building simply by leveraging social media’s power to connect, engage, and inspire. Comms Room is thrilled to have the opportunity...

Darren Dale appointed as a member of Screen Australia Board

The Albanese Labor Government has announced the appointment of award-winning producer Darren Dale as a member of the Screen Australia Board for three years. Screen...

SMS Sender ID Register to restore trust in Australian communications

The new SMS Sender ID Register legislation, which passed Parliament on 22 August, will help disrupt scammers and reduce the number of Australians being ripped...

Albanese government’s $18 million investment in ag-tech connectivity for farmers

The Albanese Government has opened Expressions of Interest for businesses and suppliers of ag-tech to participate in Round 2 of the On Farm Connectivity Program...

Rising cyberbullying cases prompt new resources from eSafety Commissioner

According to eSafety Commissioner, community awareness of cyberbullying and how to respond continued to grow last financial year, with reports rising by 37 per cent....

Communicating Healthy Masculinities: A partnership to end gender-based violence

The Albanese Labor Government is collaborating with the Movember Institute of Men’s Health. This transformative partnership is to advance the work of assisting young men...

Strategies for Effective Citizen Engagement and Innovative Content Creation at the 19th Social Media for Gov Summit

Social media professionals are currently challenged by navigating diverse platforms, adapting to changing algorithms, and understanding the ever-shifting behaviours of online users. Staying ahead of...

From service provider to strategic partner: How comms professionals can make themselves indispensable

As a communications professional with nearly 20 years of experience, I’ve been part of many teams – some that worked well and others that didn’t....

RMIT experts address 3G network shutdown and impact on remote communities

The decision by Telstra and Optus to delay their 3G network shutdown until late October comes amid growing concerns about the impact on regional, remote,...

CDU study develops tools to promote online safety using linguistic patterns

A groundbreaking new study into the patterns of terrorist language could help authorities create algorithms to detect and flag extremist content online. The study by...

Enhancing robot efficiency through team-based communication

New research from the University of Massachusetts Amherst has revealed that programming robots to form their own teams and voluntarily wait for teammates leads to...

New framework promotes inclusivity and communication in universities

Eleven universities in Australia have joined the Welcoming Universities network, demonstrating their dedication to the promotion of equity, inclusion, and belonging in the higher education...

Crafting strong communication strategies for remote teams

The necessity of effective communication within teams is becoming increasingly critical as remote work becomes a norm. Clear strategies are necessary to ensure that remote...

Communication in aged care aided by digital advance care plans

Touchstone Life Care and aged care provider Whiddon have secured an $85,000 grant from the J.O & J.R Wicking Trust to provide free digital advance...