Australia’s first 5G spectrum auction concludes
10 December 2018 Australians are a step closer to commercial 5G services following the conclusion of the 3.6 GHz spectrum auction by the Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA). “5G…
Telecommunications Universal Service Guarantee
5 December 2018 The Morrison Government has today provided assurance to regional and remote Australians about the Universal Service Guarantee (USG). The development of the USG was announced by the…
Tougher laws to fight online piracy now a reality
28 November 2018 Stronger laws to crack down on online pirates will commence shortly after the Morrison Government’s Copyright Amendment (Online Infringement) Bill 2018 passed the Parliament today. The Bill…
JOINT RELEASE – Minister for Finance – NBN financial results show solid performance
19 November 2018 NBN Co Limited’s (NBN Co’s) 2018-19 first quarter financial year results show strong performance and growth in activations and revenue with the company powering ahead to connect…
Morrison Government puts telco consumers first
15 November 2018 The Morrison Government has today announced 32 recommendations to further protect telco consumers. The recommendations are contained in Part A of the Consumer Safeguards Review which include…
NBN charging ahead with more users on higher speeds
13 November 2018 The Morrison Government has welcomed the news of almost 4.5 million premises on an NBN service, with 50Mbps plans accounting for just under 50 per cent of…
Increased coverage of women’s sports
30 October 2018 Women sports stars have greater opportunities through increased broadcast coverage of their sporting exploits, thanks to funding provided by the Australian Government. In 2017-18, the total coverage…
Vale Richard Gill AO
28 October 2018 I am deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Mr Richard Gill AO and extend my sincere condolences to his family, friends and colleagues. Richard’s humble…
Triple Zero investigation reports released
22 October 2018 Additional measures will be implemented to further strengthen the Triple Zero service, following two investigations into disruptions which occurred in May this year. The Department of Communications…
Creative Partnerships Australia Board appointments
19 October 2018 The Morrison Government has appointed Ms Catherine Walter AM to the Board of Creative Partnerships Australia. Her three year term as Chair commences 16 December 2018 and…