Archived News for IT Professionals

The National Broadband Network Co (NBN Co) has announced it will build three new satellite ground stations that help isolated areas of the state connect to the NBN service.

Victoria seeks input for ICT strategy

The Victorian Government is seeking input from the public on a draft ICT strategy being developed the Victorian Information and Communications Advisory Committee (VICAC).

NBN announces price freeze in SAU

The National Broadband Network Co (NBN Co) has announced a freeze of its wholesale price of its consumer and business products for the next five years, and to peg any future price rises to below that of the inflation rate.

NBN opens Multicast

The National Broadband Network Co (NBN Co) has announced telcos and internet service providers are now able to sign up to use its new Multicast feature.

NBN switched on in South Morang

The National Broadband Network Co (NBN Co) has formally started providing service to Melbourne’s South Morang area, increasing its reach to cover an additional 2,300 suburban homes and businesses.

VanceInfo to build Victorian presence

The Victorian Government has welcomed the decision by China-based IT services and outsourcing specialist, VanceInfo, to upgrade its Melbourne headquarters.

Westpac promises 'new era' in corporate banking

Westpac and international software solutions company SAP have announced a new partnership to develop the country’s first real-time payment solution for large companies and institutions.

Social media policy can make or break recruitment

Employer’s approach to social media access at work is increasingly impacting on whether or not a candidate will accept a job, according to recent findings by global recruitment specialist Hays.

Asciano announces ICT revamp

Port and rail operator Asciano has announced it has commenced a major investment program to upgrade its ICT capabilities.

Mottram appointed next CEO of CSL Limited

Former Telstra executive Phil Mottram has been appointed as Chief Executive Officer of Hong Kong based telecommunications company CSL Limited.

NBN officially opens contact centre

The National Broadband Network Co (NBN Co) has opened its National Contact Centre in the Gold Coast, a move which CEO Mike Qugley said coincides with the roll out of services to the area.

Opposition launches broadband survey

The Federal Opposition has launched a nationwide broadband survey aimed at showing Australians just how fast their existing fixed line and mobile broadband services are.

Team leads computing research breakthrough

An Australian research team has led a major computing breakthrough that promises to revolutionise the way data is processed and dramatically increase the processing capacity of future supercomputers.

Telstra launches Everyone Connected program

100 community groups around Australia have been awarded $10,000 each under Telstra’s Everyone Connected program which aims to help them better access technology.

NSW expands expert ICT panel

The New South Wales Government has announced it will expand the NSW ICT Industry Advisory Panel .

Cooke leaves Wotif

Wotif as announced that its long serving CEO and Managing Director, Robbie Cooke, has tendered his resignation from the group and is expected to leave the company at the end of the year.

Xenophon moves on 'free apps'

Independent Senator for South Australia, Nick Xenaphon, has announced his intention to move for tighter regulations preventing children from incurring sizable bills by using real money to pay for in-game products in otherwise free apps.

Conroy slams 'lazy' Turnbull over NBN debate

Federal Minister for Broadband, Communications and the Digital Economy, Senator Stephen Conroy, has slammed Opposition Spokesman Malcolm Turnbull over his recent comments on delivery of the National Broadband Network to greenfield estates.

E-commerce booming

Nearly three quarters of Australians are now regularly purchasing goods online, mirroring the global surge in e-commerce.

NSW continues procurement reform

The New South Wales Government has announced that all State agencies will now be required to use the Procure IT framework for all ICT procurement needs and contracts.

R 18+ guidelines finished

Federal Minister for Home Affairs and Justice, Jason Clare, has released the new Guidelines for the Classification of Computer Games, which are due to come into effect in January next year.