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$1.1 billion connectivity plan brings better coverage to regional Australia

Adrianne Saplagio

August 30, 2025

Visitors to Mount Kosciuszko will now experience stronger mobile coverage thanks to a newly completed base station at the Kosciuszko…

$200,000 for community-driven communications project tackling tech abuse

Adrianne Saplagio

August 30, 2025

A pioneering, community-led initiative in Far North Queensland is set to strengthen protections for First Nations women against tech‑based abuse,…

AI-generated child abuse content must be blocked, says IJM Australia CEO

Commsadmin

August 9, 2025

The rise of generative artificial intelligence has sparked urgent calls for stronger protections in the fight against child sexual exploitation…

Click to Cancel: Campaign calls for crackdown on hidden subscription charges

Commsadmin

August 9, 2025

WA Senator Fatima Payman has launched a national campaign to crack down on subscription traps and save Australians billions on…

Government moves to protect kids online with expanded social media restrictions

Adrianne Saplagio

August 9, 2025

The Albanese Government is adding YouTube to its world-first under-16 social media laws, aiming to better protect Aussie kids and…

NBN Co signs deal to deliver city-quality broadband via Low Earth Orbit satellites

Adrianne Saplagio

August 9, 2025

The Albanese Government is boosting connectivity, with new tech 600km above Australia set to deliver faster broadband to up to…

NSW tackles digital skills shortage with alternative pathways pledge

Adrianne Saplagio

August 9, 2025

More top employers and government agencies are embracing skills-based hiring to boost job access and help close NSW’s digital skills…

Organisations warned: Adapt to Sender ID rules or risk blocked messages

Adrianne Saplagio

August 3, 2025

The Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) is inviting feedback on updated rules for Australia’s SMS ID Register, set to…

ACCAN urges new Parliament to prioritise telco reforms for Australian consumers

Adrianne Saplagio

August 3, 2025

ACCAN is urging the 48th Parliament to deliver long-overdue reforms for accessible, affordable and reliable communications across Australia. In recent…

ACCAN warns government could lose billions in spectrum license revenue

Adrianne Saplagio

July 20, 2025

ACCAN has warned that the government risks losing billions if ACMA proceeds with its current plan to renew spectrum licenses….

Writing Australia to boost literary sector with $26 million in funding

Adrianne Saplagio

July 20, 2025

The Albanese Government has launched Writing Australia, marking a significant boost for the country’s literary sector. From 1 July 2025,…

YouTube likely to face age restrictions under social media legislation

Adrianne Saplagio

July 14, 2025

Under the Social Media Minimum Age Legislation, the Minister for Communications must seek independent advice from the eSafety Commissioner before…

Understanding the Online Safety Act’s new rules for under-16s online

Commsadmin

July 14, 2025

The Australian Government is taking a firm stance on online safety, especially for younger users. Under the updated Online Safety…

Policy to practice: Simulations can bridge the government AI skills gap

Gerry McCusker

July 14, 2025

While the Australian Government’s 2024 ‘Policy for the responsible use of AI in government’ mandated accountability positions and statements be…

Nearly 9 in 10 Australians support age assurance to protect kids online

Adrianne Saplagio

July 6, 2025

Research shows Australians overwhelmingly back the Albanese Government’s world-leading social media restrictions for under 16s. The Age Assurance Consumer Research…

Creators rewarded as government expands support for digital and print works

Commsadmin

June 27, 2025

In a major boost for Australia’s creative sector, more than $28 million has been distributed to authors, illustrators and publishers…

New telco rules ensure safer communication for victim-survivors

Adrianne Saplagio

June 27, 2025

The Albanese Government has introduced a mandatory industry standard for telcos to better protect Australians affected by domestic and family…

New resource empowers Australia’s creative community with workplace guidance

Adrianne Saplagio

June 17, 2025

The launch of the new Creative Workplaces website marks a major step forward in addressing long-standing challenges around fairness, safety…

ACCAN welcomes legislative push for fairer, more transparent telecom services

Adrianne Saplagio

May 9, 2025

ACCAN welcomes the re-election of the Albanese Government with a strong mandate for change. ACCAN acknowledges the significant policy reforms…

Personalised alerts and real-time updates transform business communications

Adrianne Saplagio

April 27, 2025

The NSW Government is improving how businesses access services through new enhancements to the Service NSW Business Bureau’s digital tools….