The Ultimate Guide to Network Infrastructure
A curated Australian edition of TechDay news, analysis, interviews, reviews, job moves, and related resources for Network Infrastructure.
What to know about Network Infrastructure
Network Infrastructure forms the essential backbone that supports the rapid flow of data and connectivity across modern enterprises and service providers. As businesses embark on digital transformation journeys, the demand for robust, efficient, and scalable network infrastructure has never been more critical to ensure business agility, productivity, and security.
Recent advancements highlight a strong focus on software-defined networking (SDN), software-defined wide area networks (SD-WAN), and cloud-based solutions that promise enhanced performance, automation, and cost-efficiency. These technologies are enabling organizations to streamline branch office connectivity, optimize cloud integrations, and improve network visibility and security.
Energy efficiency and sustainability in network operations are gaining momentum, addressing concerns over rising IT energy consumption. Concurrently, emerging trends such as artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), and intent-based networking are transforming network management, allowing predictive insights, automation, and enhanced user experience.
The proliferation of 5G, Internet of Things (IoT), and edge computing are expanding the scope and complexity of network infrastructure, necessitating new approaches to cyber resilience, security, and real-time analytics. The ongoing evolution ensures that network infrastructure remains a dynamic field where technology, strategy, and innovation converge to empower businesses of all sizes.
Explore insightful stories, expert analyses, and case studies to stay informed about the latest network infrastructure developments shaping the future of connectivity and digital business.
Australian Network Infrastructure News
Regional stories with direct local relevance
Vocus & Fortinet launch Secure Shield for AI oversight
Vocus and Fortinet launch Secure Shield to help Australian employers monitor staff use of generative AI and curb sensitive data leaks.
Vocus launches Pure partner programme after TPG deal
Vocus unveils Pure channel programme to broaden partner access after its AUD $5.25 billion TPG integration and lift commissions.
Ip.Glass modernises Baiada Poultry's network with Fortinet
Ip.Glass and Fortinet overhaul Baiada Poultry's network with Secure SD-WAN and security tools, bolstering resilience across IT and OT operations.
Subco completes SMAP cable splice on Sydney-Perth link
SUBCO finishes final splice on Australia's 5,000km SMAP cable, moving the Sydney-to-Perth system into testing before it enters service.
Attackers shift upstream into Australia's network edge
Lumen says attackers are increasingly exploiting routers, VPN gateways and other edge devices in Australia, with nation-state activity and proxy networks making detection harder.
Macquarie wins Netskope APJ managed services award
Macquarie Technology Group lands Netskope's APJ managed service honour as its sovereign government and telecoms security push gathers pace.
Analyst Insights
Research and market analysis connected to Network Infrastructure
Extreme says Platform ONE cuts network costs by 32%
Data centre market set to hit USD $1.08 trillion by 2034
IDC says global server revenue hits USD $444.1 billion
External OEM storage revenue rises 3.9% to USD $33bn
Claroty named Gartner Leader again for CPS protection
Featured News
Reviews
Expert Columns
Supporting service providers with their global ambitions
Why fibre connectivity must be a front-end consideration in data centre site selection
Has AAA gaming left portable too late?
How Apograph uses proactive firewall upgrades to protect clients and control costs
Why businesses need wired, wireless, and power-over-ethernet (PoE) firewalls
Specialised AI will define the next era of Australian enterprise networks
Upgrade advantage: More value, less effort for partners, MSPs & MSSPs
Resilience through diversity: How women are strengthening telecommunications
Beyond infrastructure: Reimagining networks to drive real business impact
Upgrading firewalls into a high‑margin MSP revenue win
Interviews
Interviews and video coverage from the network
Exclusive: HPE Networking advances 'self-driving' networks
Exclusive: e2e-assure CEO on CNI defence from geopolitical cyberattacks
Exclusive: VyOS Networks on why enterprise networks need a unified OS layer
Exclusive: VyOS Networks CRO on why networks are becoming software
APJ region accelerates AI adoption as Dell rolls out new innovations
Recent Network Infrastructure News
efex buys Priority 1 IT to expand Queensland reach
efex extends Queensland reach with Priority 1 IT buy, adding Darling Downs healthcare clients and regional technical staff to its growing network.
Good Drinks signs Macquarie network deal to cut outages
Good Drinks taps Macquarie Telecom for new SASE network to curb peak-season outages and bolster cyber security across its national operations.
NBN fibre trial hits 230Gbps with Nokia tech blend
NBN Co and Nokia hit 230 Gbps on existing FTTP in a world-first trial, showing multiple optical technologies can share the same fibre.
Specialised AI will define the next era of Australian enterprise networks
Specialised AI is set to transform Australian enterprise networks, outgunning generic tools in resilience, reliability and local relevance.
Virtualplatform extends orchestration for SD-WAN underlay
Virtualplatform adds SD-WAN underlay orchestration, giving multi-site enterprises unified carrier management and clearer network visibility.
Pharmacies urged to modernise retail tech for margins
Canary IT warns pharmacies to modernise integrated retail tech and loyalty tools or risk eroding margins amid rising costs and competition.
Swoop grows revenue 41% & boosts Melbourne fibre plan
Swoop lifts first-half revenue 41% to AUD $64.1 million and accelerates a Melbourne fibre build backed by AUD $60 million in contracts.
Zenarmor debuts distributed SASE channel partner push
Zenarmor launches global channel partner drive to deliver distributed SASE, keeping inspection local and partners in operational control.
IPTel adopts Highlight to enhance managed services
Australian networking provider IPTel rolls out Highlight's observability platform to bolster managed services visibility and executive reporting.
PMT grows DAS footprint to boost critical connectivity
PMT Communications expands DAS projects across Australian states to strengthen in-building mobile coverage for critical services.
SD-WAN is the SASE foundation enterprises can't ignore
Enterprises rushing to adopt SASE must modernise with SD-WAN first, or risk poor performance, fragmented visibility and weak security.
D-Link taps Dicker Data to grow converged security reach
D-Link Australia appoints Dicker Data as distributor to expand converged security reach via DAS, targeting installers and IT resellers.
Superloop again named Australia's fastest fixed network
Superloop has retained its crown as Australia's fastest fixed network, winning Ookla's Speedtest award for the second half of 2025.
Aussie Broadband named Fortinet Australia Partner 2025
Fortinet crowns Aussie Broadband its Australia Partner of the Year 2025, also naming it Telco Partner of the Year amid wider channel honours.
Logicalis Australia appoints Luke Gardiner to lead new Technology Assurance Services practice
Logicalis Australia launches Technology Assurance Services to help regulated sectors meet CPS 230-era resilience and third-party risk demands.
Swoop to host Quad9 DNS hubs, restoring local security
Swoop is hosting Quad9's DNS hubs across five Australian cities, restoring onshore security and performance after traffic was sent offshore.
Ingram Micro on why Australian MSPs are betting on hyperautomation
Hyperautomation helps MSPs boost margins, overcome skills shortages and unlock new revenue by automating audits, compliance and network management.
SUBCO sets 2026 milestones for SMAP hypercable rollout
SUBCO's SMAP hypercable will go live across Australia by May 2026, adding 400Tb capacity and new diverse routes for AI-era data traffic.
NBN & RMIT launch ASTRID lab for AI & digital twins
NBN and RMIT launch ASTRID lab to build AI-driven digital twins and robotics for smarter planning of Australia's broadband network.
Networking as a financial catalyst: Unlocking true cost efficiency
AI-native, cloud-first networking is turning enterprise connectivity from a sunk cost into a strategic, measurable driver of financial value.
Job Moves
Logicalis Australia appoints Luke Gardiner to lead new Technology Assurance Services practice
Luke Clifton joins ATA Board as alliance shifts focus to leaders
Macquarie Telecom appoints Mike King to drive sales growth
Orro appoints new CTO & Group Exec to lead transformation
Cyber veteran Eric Pinkerton joins Phronesis Security
Netskope appoints Daniel Fouladi as APAC Sales Manager
Ninja appoints Brendan Wong as Co-Founder & Chief-Contributor
Fortinet responds to Govt legislation with appointment in Aus
Former Dell EMC leader joins Thomas Duryea Logicalis as state manager