Category: Communication

Australians get more time: New 3G switchover date and its impacts

The Albanese Government acknowledges the decision of Telstra and Optus to delay their 3G switchover from late August to 28 October to give Australian customers...

Revolutionising defence with digital engineering

Defence is transforming how it works with businesses through the launch of the Defence Digital Engineering Strategy to speed up capability acquisition and address operational...

Empowering seniors online: The importance of communication and cyber safety

A recent study by not-for-profit aged care provider Benetas has revealed that older Australians are increasingly tech-savvy, but remain wary of online security risks. The...

Seamus Boyer on building trust in (and on) social media

Trust is the cornerstone of any successful workplace, yet it is often fragile and easily disrupted. As today is a time where digital communication is...

Government’s ongoing efforts for digital connectivity in Far North Queensland

Far North Queensland, renowned for its world-heritage listed biodiversity and rich cultural heritage, faces significant connectivity challenges due to its remoteness. The Albanese Government aims...

Ben Caldwell on content moderation and practical strategies for dealing with online agitators

Comms Room is delighted to share the insights of Communications Coordinator of Rangitikei District Council Ben Caldwell, a speaker in the upcoming 6th Annual Social...

Election commitments to boost mobile coverage enter stage 2

Applications are open for Stage 2 of the Albanese Government’s targeted election commitment program to improve mobile coverage in Majors Creek and Mangrove Mountain. In...

ILF announces new board members to enhance communication and cultural literacy initiatives

The Indigenous Literacy Foundation (ILF) has announced the appointment of three new board members. Author, artist, businesswoman and a proud Merlam and Erublam neur/woman Jillian...

Navigating the 3G phase-out in Australia

Concerns are rising as the 3G network shutdown approaches, particularly for those in regional areas like Griffith, where many devices might be incompatible with newer...

Government enhances First Nations cultural communications with new funding

The Australian Government is delivering close to $10 million to 51 projects across the country aimed at promoting, sharing and conserving First Nations languages and...

Screen Australia welcomes new board member

The Albanese Labor Government has announced the appointment of Dr Tania Chambers OAM as a member of the Screen Australia Board for three years. Screen...

Learning from the IT crisis: Improving internal communications at Microsoft and CrowdStrike

The recent global IT outage caused by a flawed CrowdStrike software update and impacted Microsoft illustrated the critical importance of improved communication between cybersecurity companies...

Krystine Nation on humanising communication in government social media

Comms Room is thrilled to present an interview with the Social Media Manager of Horowhenua District Council Krystine Nation, who will be speaking at the...

Progress on 3G switchover: SMS handset checker now accessible to more Australians

The estimated number of 4G mobile handsets that could lose access to Triple Zero after the 3G switchover has decreased from 740,000 in March 2024...

LPO Group petition advocates for expanded post office services

After a week in Canberra meeting with politicians to discuss a public post office bank, the Australian Citizens Party (ACP) is alarmed that the threat...

NAPCAN launches online modules for safer conversations

The National Association for Prevention of Child Abuse and Neglect (NAPCAN) announces the launch of the ‘Tuned In Building Safer Facilitation Skills with Young People’...

HAVAS Red crafts Endometriosis Australia’s national TV campaign

Endometriosis Australia is launching its first television commercial (TVC), raising awareness about period pain and endometriosis. The ‘Take Your Life Off Hold’ TVC is designed...

Jenny Mina on D&I initiatives as part of an organisation’s broader sustainability comms

Jenny Mina, Communications Director at Diversity Council Australia, was one of the distinguished speakers at the 2nd Public Sector Comms Week held last 18-20 June....

Inspiring Engagement at the 2nd Public Sector Comms Week

The 2nd Public Sector Comms Week, held in Canberra from 18-20 June, was a resounding success. Focusing on building clear, impactful, and trustworthy public sector...

Paper+Spark named Brand Strategy and Comms Partner for Al Aseel

Award-winning creative communications and marketing consultancy Paper + Spark has been appointed as the brand strategy and communications partner for Al Aseel Restaurants and Food...