Optus update: new powers for Triple Zero Custodian, wrong email used
09 October, 2025 by Lauren DavisAs the government seeks to bolster the powers of the Triple Zero Custodian, it has been revealed that Optus sent two emails to an incorrect email address on the day of its recent outage.
Universal Outdoor Mobile Obligation draft legislation released
07 October, 2025Draft legislation for the Universal Outdoor Mobile Obligation has been officially released for consultation, alongside the government's response to the 2024 Regional Telecommunications Review.
5G milestone as 2.6 billion connections reached worldwide
06 October, 2025 | Supplied by: 5G AmericasGlobal 5G connections climbed past 2.6 billion in Q2 2025 — a 37% year-over-year surge — and are projected to reach nearly 9 billion by 2030.
Next-gen fire trucks delivered to NSW Rural Fire Service
01 October, 2025Building on recommendations to modernise the NSW RFS fleet, the new trucks are equipped with mobile data terminals to improve crews' communication, connectivity and safety.
Optus updates: Dapto goes down, independent review coming
30 September, 2025 by Lauren DavisOptus has announced yet another Triple Zero outage — this time affecting a mobile phone tower site in Dapto, NSW — following the 13-hour outage event on 18 September.
Italian university uses tech to strengthen campus safety
30 September, 2025 | Supplied by: Motorola SolutionsMotorola Solutions has provided the University of Palermo with AI-powered video security and access control solutions to help protect students and staff, securing every site of the college's campus.
Comms Connect to cover iAward-winning Cell on Wheels program
26 September, 2025 by Lauren Davis | Supplied by: Comms Connect (WFevents)Comms Connect Melbourne will feature a presentation outlining the challenges and outcomes associated with delivering a fleet of CoW units to support emergency response in disaster-affected areas of NSW.
Drones with defibrillators could respond to cardiac arrests
24 September, 2025UK researchers have built a drone system to deliver defibrillators to people experiencing cardiac arrest, which could help save lives.
Optus under investigation following Triple Zero failure
23 September, 2025 by Lauren DavisA botched network upgrade resulted in the failure of over 600 Triple Zero calls in South Australia, the Northern Territory and Western Australia — with four people subsequently passing away.
New tool helps NZ emergency services locate people at risk
17 September, 2025Emergency services can now quickly locate the approximate area of the mobile phone of a person where there are grave fears for their health or safety, without them needing to call 111.
131 projects completed under Broadcasting Resilience Program
09 September, 2025 | Supplied by: BAI CommunicationsAmong other projects, the BRP has resulted in the upgrade of 98 ABC AM and FM broadcast sites to help keep communities connected, safe and informed during times of emergency.
The true cost of connectivity: lifetime value trumps initial acquisition
09 September, 2025 by Jan Jesman* | Supplied by: Panorama Antennas Pty LtdFor mission-critical applications, the true measure of a component's worth is not what it costs upfront, but the value it delivers over its intended operational life.
Guardian Telecom OGP-10 emergency help point system
08 September, 2025 | Supplied by: CoverTel Telecommunications GroupIn an era where public safety is paramount, Guardian Telecom's emergency communication technology — including the OGP-10 emergency help point system — provides innovation in security infrastructure.
Comms Connect to highlight NZ's Cellular Network Visibility Service
04 September, 2025 by Lauren Davis | Supplied by: Comms Connect (WFevents)Launched as part of New Zealand's Public Safety Network, the service is a digital tool to help emergency responders stay connected and informed of outages.
Frequentis MissionX end-to-end solution for mission-critical comms
01 September, 2025 | Supplied by: Frequentis AustralasiaMissionX from Frequentis is an end-to-end solution based on Mission Critical Services (MCS/MCX) as defined by 3GPP, which enables secure broadband communication for first responders and control rooms.
