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Telstra expands satellite messaging to remote workers
Unified Communications

Telstra expands satellite messaging to remote workers

Telstra is extending satellite SMS to enterprise staff in remote Australia, adding an extra connectivity layer for dispersed workforces.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Thu, 11th Dec 2025
Regional Australia & Summerland merger forms AUD $5bn bank
Financial Services

Regional Australia & Summerland merger forms AUD $5bn bank

Regional Australia Bank and Summerland Bank members approve merger forming regional bank with AUD $5bn assets and 49 branches, ensuring no closures or job losses.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 21st Nov 2025
Most Australians fear AI impact, urge action on tech trust gap
Robotics

Most Australians fear AI impact, urge action on tech trust gap

Most Australians fear losing control amid AI advances, urging urgent government action to build trust and manage the technology's societal impact.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Tue, 14th Oct 2025
Her Tech Circle launches AUD $4,000 scholarships for regional women
Identity and Access Management

Her Tech Circle launches AUD $4,000 scholarships for regional women

Her Tech Circle launches AUD $4,000 scholarships to support regional and migrant women in tech, addressing Australia's projected 186,000 tech worker shortfall by 2030.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Fri, 8th Aug 2025
NBN & Amazon to boost Aussie regions with Project Kuiper LEO
Unified Communications

NBN & Amazon to boost Aussie regions with Project Kuiper LEO

NBN Co and Amazon partner to bring Project Kuiper's LEO satellites, improving broadband for over 300,000 rural and remote Australian premises from 2026.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Tue, 5th Aug 2025
Team Global Express & TEMU deliver 1 million parcels nationwide
Supply Chain

Team Global Express & TEMU deliver 1 million parcels nationwide

Team Global Express and TEMU have delivered 1 million parcels across Australia, boosting regional access and creating 50 new local driver jobs.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 31st Jul 2025
Australian LEO satellite spend to hit AUD $664 million by 2026
Disaster Recovery

Australian LEO satellite spend to hit AUD $664 million by 2026

Australian spending on low Earth orbit satellite services is set to reach AUD $664 million by 2026, driven by rising consumer and business demand nationwide.

By Melvin Hipolito • 4 min read • Wed, 30th Jul 2025
Australia's EV growth hampered by slow infrastructure rollout
Cartech

Australia's EV growth hampered by slow infrastructure rollout

Australia's slow rollout of EV infrastructure, especially in apartments and regional areas, is curbing electric vehicle growth despite rising sales in 2024.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Tue, 29th Jul 2025
Marnie Baker joins FinTech Australia board to boost growth
Clean technologies

Marnie Baker joins FinTech Australia board to boost growth

Marnie Baker joins FinTech Australia board as Non-Executive Director, aiming to boost fintech growth and support regional and climate-focused innovation.

By Melvin Hipolito • 4 min read • Tue, 24th Jun 2025
NBN advances net-zero target to 2045 with $3 billion fibre plan
Unified Communications

NBN advances net-zero target to 2045 with $3 billion fibre plan

NBN Co aims for net-zero emissions by 2045, accelerating its target from 2050 and committing to renewable energy and energy-efficient fibre upgrades across Australia.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Fri, 23rd May 2025
Swoop completes first FTTP network in Western Australia
Gaming

Swoop completes first FTTP network in Western Australia

Swoop has launched its first Fibre-to-the-Premises network in Western Australia, connecting 1,000 homes in Seacrest Estate to ultra-fast broadband.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Mon, 7th Apr 2025
Nbn network boosts digital inclusion & life satisfaction
EduTech

Nbn network boosts digital inclusion & life satisfaction

A report by Ember Advisors reveals that 76% of nbn users experienced improved life satisfaction in FY24, with significant benefits in employment and education.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Tue, 25th Mar 2025
Optus accelerates 5G rollout in regional Australia
Unified Communications

Optus accelerates 5G rollout in regional Australia

Optus has launched its 5G network rollout in regional Australia, aiming to boost coverage significantly and complete the nationwide rollout two years ahead of schedule.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 6th Feb 2025
Telstra joins TCCA to advance critical communications
Unified Communications

Telstra joins TCCA to advance critical communications

Telstra has joined TCCA, enhancing its role in global critical communications, supporting vital services across Australia and beyond.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Tue, 4th Feb 2025
Optus fast-tracks 5G rollout in regional Australia
Space

Optus fast-tracks 5G rollout in regional Australia

Optus is fast-tracking its 5G rollout in regional Australia by partnering with TPG Telecom, promising improved connectivity and service for customers.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Fri, 31st Jan 2025
Vodafone's network expansion to cover 98.4% of Australia
Optus

Vodafone's network expansion to cover 98.4% of Australia

The ACCC has greenlit Vodafone's regional network sharing deal, set to expand coverage from 96% to 98.4% of Australians and double its geographical reach by 2025.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 6th Sep 2024
Swoop sees AUD $88.9m revenue boost, driven by fibre expansion
SWOOP

Swoop sees AUD $88.9m revenue boost, driven by fibre expansion

Swoop, an Australian telecom firm, reported a 14% revenue boost to AUD $88.9m for FY24, thanks to organic growth and fibre infrastructure expansion.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 29th Aug 2024
Zeller supports regional Aussie businesses with grants & film
eCommerce

Zeller supports regional Aussie businesses with grants & film

Australian fintech Zeller is launching a regional initiative, offering AUD $10,000 in annual grants to support small businesses with tech and resources amid economic shifts.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 22nd May 2024

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