TasGRN expanded to 400 sites
24 March, 2025 by Dylan Bushell-Embling | Supplied by: Motorola SolutionsOver the past 12 months, the statewide emergency communications network has supported an average of 310,000 voice calls spanning nearly 1000 hours per month.
From past to present: leveraging satellite data for better disaster resilience
04 March, 2025 by Kateryna Sergieieva, Senior Scientist at EOS Data Analytics* | Supplied by: EOS Data AnalyticsWhether monitoring flood-prone regions or assessing wildfire-prone landscapes, historical satellite data transforms raw images into actionable intelligence.
Govt plans universal outdoor mobile coverage across Australia
25 February, 2025Under the Universal Outdoor Mobile Obligation, mobile carriers would be required to provide access to mobile voice and SMS almost everywhere in Australia.
Motorola to maintain Vic's Metropolitan Mobile Radio network
18 February, 2025 | Supplied by: Motorola SolutionsThe contract with the Department of Justice and Community Safety will extend MMR's operation until 2035, providing secure and trusted radio communications for Victoria's public safety agencies.
Drones assist firefighting efforts at Sydney recycling plant
07 February, 2025After a recycling plant in Sydney's west went up in flames, Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) utilised a fleet of specialist drones during its emergency response.
Lancashire Police adds in-car video to full vehicle fleet
05 February, 2025 | Supplied by: Motorola SolutionsMotorola Solutions' M500 in-car video solution observes a vehicle's environment from multiple viewpoints to provide officers with real-time awareness of their surroundings.
Softil issues its 2025 outlook for mission-critical communications
31 January, 2025 by Anatoli Levine, Director, Products and Standards at Softil Innovative Communications | Supplied by: SoftilOverall, MCX has built significant momentum globally and this trend is expected to accelerate in 2025.
Blue Mountains hiker rescued with support from Telco Authority
29 January, 2025 | Supplied by: NSW Telco AuthorityA hiker was rescued from Blue Mountains bushland in December after going missing for six days, thanks to the efforts of NSW emergency services and NSW Telco Authority.
GME MT605G GNSS EPIRB
24 January, 2025 | Supplied by: GME Pty LtdThe unit is equipped with a GNSS receiver for positioning accuracy, as well as a high-intensity infrared strobe light for search-and-rescue visibility.
Technology is key to supporting our paramedics
22 January, 2025 by David Dennis, Director of Business Development, Public Safety Asia Pacific at Hexagon | Supplied by: Hexagon's Safety, Infrastructure & Geospatial divisionWhile technology cannot replace the skill and intuition of trained paramedics (or any first responder), it can significantly enhance their capacity to respond effectively.
Connecting the future: 2025 trends driving the next wireless frontier
17 January, 2025 by Stéphane Marouani, Country Manager ANZ at Mathworks | Supplied by: MathWorks AustraliaThe wireless industry will continue advancing towards ubiquitous connectivity thanks to non-terrestrial networks, the evolution of 5G towards 6G, and AI-native systems.
Motorola Solutions V200 body camera
13 January, 2025 | Supplied by: Motorola SolutionsThe body camera is a discreet, lightweight addition to a worker's uniform. The recording feature can be activated with the push of a button to document a situation, which also serves as an effective deterrent for unwanted behaviour.
Savox LiveConnect 200 body camera
09 January, 2025 | Supplied by: Savox CommunicationsThe Savox LiveConnect 200 is a high-definition wearable body camera that has been tailored for professional organisations, allowing users to fully leverage the data and video capabilities of modern mobile broadband networks and terminals.
Retail workers call for more safety tech this holiday season
19 December, 2024 | Supplied by: Motorola SolutionsSecurity technologies — including mobile safety apps, body cameras, and systems that allow store security officers to view real-time video of unfolding incidents — make retail workers feel safer at work.
BT Group to deliver mobile services for UK's Emergency Services Network
18 December, 2024BT Group has signed a new £1.29 billion contract with the UK Home Office to provide mobile services for the country's Emergency Services Network over the next seven years.
