Stay up-to-date on the latest developments in the infrastructure, transport and communications sectors.

03 Sep 2020

5G and electromagnetic energy

What do we know about EME?

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01 Sep 2020

Policy on telecommunications in new developments updated

People moving into new real estate developments, whether

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31 Aug 2020

Options to boost pit and pipe in new developments

Consultation is now open on options for the installation of telecommunications pit and pipe in new developments.

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27 Aug 2020

17 new Statutory Infrastructure Providers for broadband announced

The Government has announced new broadband SIPs.
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13 Aug 2020

Spectrum allocation limits released for 5G

A 1 GHz allocation limit has been announced for spectrum in the 26 GHz band.

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04 Aug 2020

Alternative Voice Services Trials underway

Applications are now open to the AVST program
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28 Jul 2020

Regional communications grants to improve connectivity now open

Applications are now open for the $53 million Regional Connectivity Program (RCP).
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20 Jul 2020

Broadband advisory council established

The Australian Broadband Advisory Council will explore ways to maximise the benefits of high-speed connectivity.
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15 Jul 2020

Planned maintenance for NRS Chat and NRS Captions calls

The National Relay Service (NRS) internet call options will be offline for maintenance at 3am (AEST) on 17 July 2020.
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13 Jul 2020

Characteristics of Employment and Business Activity in Cultural and Creative Sectors

New analysis released today provides insights into the employment characteristics of workers in the cultural and creative sector.

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