Category: Government

Minister urges telcos to uphold commitments after 3G switch off

Minister for Communications Hon Michelle Rowland MP has urged telecommunications providers to honour their commitments to customers following the October 3G switch-off. Numerous rural residents...

Albanese Government invests $20 million in On Farm Connectivity Program

The Albanese Government is supporting Australian farmers with cost-of-living relief and productivity boosts through a $20 million investment in a new round of the On...

$3 billion investment in NBN to improve connectivity for Australians

Australians will benefit from a $3 billion Federal Government equity investment in the National Broadband Network to upgrade Fibre to the Node (FTTN) technology. This...

Long-term appointments to bolster screen education and research

The Albanese Labor Government has reappointed Dr Nell Greenwood as Director and Ms Debra Richards as Member of the AFTRS Council. The Australian Film, Television...

Preventing harm: Online platforms now required to safeguard content

Groundbreaking industry standards mandating global tech giants to address harmful online content, including child sexual abuse material and pro-terror content, are set to become law....

Clearer focus on public safety and community protections in communications

The Albanese Government has issued a new Statement of Expectations for the Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA). It emphasises the importance of ACMA’s regulatory...

Equal visibility for free-to-air TV apps alongside streaming services

The government is ensuring Australians retain access to free sports coverage and local TV. Changes now in effect under the prominence framework and anti-siphoning scheme...

Five-year funding terms for broadcasters to be legislated for stability

The Albanese Government is reinforcing the independence of national broadcasters by providing ongoing funding for the ABC and committing to legislate five-year funding terms for...

Improved mobile connectivity to enhance safety and emergency response efforts

The Albanese Government is enhancing mobile connectivity and resilience in disaster-prone areas. Round 8 of the Mobile Black Spot Program (MBSP) offers $55 million in...

Opinion 2024: Unlocking the Future of Communication

This year, Comms Room’s opinion articles have delved into the evolving landscape of communication, technology, and social media. With topics ranging from the impact of...

Featured Leaders 2024: Paving the path for impactful, purpose-driven messaging

Comms Room’s featured leaders celebrate communication professionals transforming strategies to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving world. From data-driven social media approaches to fostering...

Four-fold rise in participation highlights regional connectivity concerns

The Albanese Government has welcomed the 2024 report from the Regional Telecommunications Independent Review Committee (RTIRC), which provides recommendations to improve connectivity in regional, rural,...

News MAP program unveiled to support public interest journalism

The Albanese Government is investing $180.5 million to support local news and community broadcasting, launching the News Media Assistance Program (News MAP) alongside new funding...

Addressing revenue challenges: Supporting Australia’s media sector

The Albanese Government will introduce the News Bargaining Incentive to ensure major digital platforms support the sustainability of Australian news media. A strong and diverse...

Boosting First Nations connectivity with community Wi-Fi initiatives

The Albanese Government’s $20 million program is providing free community-wide Wi-Fi to 15 remote First Nations communities, enhancing connectivity and bridging the digital divide. The...

Improving victim support through national educational resources

The Australian Government has released a national educational resource for the justice sector aimed at improving the experience of victims and survivors in the justice...

Supporting First Nations innovation through digital access

The Albanese Government has welcomed the First Nations Digital Inclusion Roadmap, which aims to address key barriers to digital inclusion. The roadmap is the culmination...

SBS investment strengthens broadcasting and media in Western Sydney

The Albanese Government’s investment will establish a new SBS production hub in Western Sydney, expanding the network’s capacity and reach. The funding will support the...

NBN consumer advocacy expanded with $2.56M government grant

A $2.56 million Australian Government grant to ACCAN will give consumers a voice in shaping how the NBN better serves communities nationwide. As the peak...

Government initiatives to ensure fairer telco services

The Albanese Government is providing additional funding to ACCAN, supporting its advocacy for telco consumers as part of the 2024-25 Budget commitment. As the peak...