Mobile video streaming company m-View has been appointed exclusive A/NZ distributor for Fire Cam's body-worn cameras, with trials set to commence with NSW Fire and Rescue, Wilson Security and systems integrator CSG. [ + ]

A study into the economic value of LMR radio spectrum in Australia has found that it provides a benefit of at least $2 billion to the community. [ + ]

The NSW Rural Fire Service has implemented a virtual video collaboration solution to enable seamless, real-time communication between 900 staff across the state as well as thousands of volunteers. [ + ]

When a major mineral resources provider in WA needed to extend its underground comms, it chose RFI to supply and integrate a rebroadcast and combining system using DSP-based repeaters.

Queensland University of Technology researchers are on track to develop the world's first camera-based 'GPS', which is able to work in any weather or terrain, even underground. [ + ]

Firefighters in country Victoria now have access to a digital radio system that puts them in direct communication with dispatch operators in Melbourne.

The transport industry will see a significant disruption - in a good way - from the rapid development of smart radio and capability enhancing apps, argues Motorola Solutions' Steve Crutchfield. [ + ]

Satellite communications that provided voice, data and tracking were a crucial element in the rescue of passengers stranded aboard a Russian research ship in the Antarctic.

ARCIA president Hamish Duff brings us up to date with industry developments, including the ARCIA economic study, a delegation from China, and continuing fruitful engagement with the ACMA. [ + ]

The LMR industry must refocus from its protocol wars and provide its customers with smarter, more efficient and client-focused solutions that include data applications. [ + ]

Broadcast Australia has completed the process of clearing digital television services within the Spectrum Restack Program from the digital dividend band (694-820 MHz) on behalf of the Commonwealth. [ + ]

A trio of satellite ground stations has taken shape on three islands at the far corners of Europe, ready to pick up distress calls from all across the continent and its surrounding waters. [ + ]

Unified communications technologies have the potential to re-shape proactive and reactive response strategies for Australia's frontline responders, argues Motorola Solutions' Steve Crutchfield. [ + ]

Circulator technology developed at the University of Texas has the potential to double the useful bandwidth in wireless communications by enabling full-duplex functionality, with potential widespread uses in mobile phones and other wireless devices. [ + ]

Public Wi-Fi networks promise to give municipalities more than just free communications for their constituents - there are also benefits in terms of monitoring traffic flow, optimising crowd control, pushing out emergency messages and more.