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ACCAN talks gift card scams on Sunrise, 2025 budget an opportunity for significant reform, DFV Standard process kicks off
Sending date : 13 Dec 2024
ACCAN receives funding to scrutinise billions of dollars of NBN expenditure, mandatory SMS Register to drive down scams, regional reps warn of coverage issues post-3G shutdown
Sending date : 05 Dec 2024
ACCAN provides op-ed on social media ban in major newspaper, prepare to be scam-savvy this shopping season, and cutting-edge research shines light on online targeted ads
Sending date : 28 Nov 2024
IN THE NEWS: ACCAN launches new Strategic Plan, Parliament considers important communications legislation, Starlink hits capacity constraints in some areas
Sending date : 22 Nov 2024
IN THE NEWS: Concessional internet plan would ease affordability woes, new data shows telco complaints too often ‘unresolved’, and new communications rules for future outages clarified
Sending date : 15 Nov 2024
IN THE NEWS: ACCAN in Canberra to lobby for scams prevention changes, Optus fined $12 million relating to 2023 outage and PM confirms social media ban for under 16s.
Sending date : 08 Nov 2024
IN THE NEWS: ACCC take Optus to court for unconscionable conduct, ACCAN before Parliamentary cyber security inquiry, and 3G network shutdown commences
Sending date : 01 Nov 2024
IN THE NEWS: 3G shutdown only days away, new funding to fix mobile black spots announced, and LEOsat voice trials commence
Sending date : 25 Oct 2024
IN THE NEWS: ACCAN argues TCP Code deficiencies at Senate hearing, 3G shutdown – fresh concerns over phones from online retailers, and unfair trading ban a welcome step.
Sending date : 17 Oct 2024
IN THE NEWS: New DFV protections for consumers announced, consumer advocates heap pressure on scams prevention package, and NBN to remain in public hands under bill before Parliament
Sending date : 10 Oct 2024
IN THE NEWS: Under current protections system, recent misconduct cannot be penalised, TIO complaints numbers drop – but have consumers given up?; and Senate inquiry recommends outage network roaming, compensation
Sending date : 03 Oct 2024
IN THE NEWS: Presumption of reimbursement essential for consumer-centric scams reform, concerns about 3G shutdown linger despite ongoing awareness campaign, and ACCAN AGM wrap-up
Sending date : 27 Sep 2024
IN THE NEWS: ACCAN meets with Assistant Treasurer on scams legislation, Telstra and Optus launch 3G shutdown awareness campaign, and ACMA releases draft standard on customer communications during outages
Sending date : 19 Sep 2024
IN THE NEWS: New Scam Code legislation proposed, Government launches multi-front social media crackdown and Meta admits to using consumer data to train AI
Sending date : 12 Sep 2024
IN THE NEWS: ACCAN calls for medical devices sector to do more on 3G, ACCAN AGM fast-approaching, and new Triple Zero rules to boost public safety
Sending date : 05 Sep 2024
IN THE NEWS: Scams Awareness Week begins, ACCAN comments on 3G bush connectivity, and telcos face new outage communication rules
Sending date : 29 Aug 2024
IN THE NEWS: 3G shutdown a matter of life and death, ACCAN Board Nominations close this Tuesday, and Scams Awareness Week is nearly upon us
Sending date : 22 Aug 2024
WebNews: 3G shutdown delayed until October, CHOICE survey finds customer service worsening, and free internet for families – do you qualify?
Sending date : 16 Aug 2024
WebNews: Senate committee urges delay to 3G shutdown; telco complaints fall, but consumers may have given up; and more Australians now reaping the benefits of free broadband
Sending date : 08 Aug 2024
New-look WebNews: Government commits to scams reimbursement laws; Westpac, Optus launch anti-scam tech; and ACCAN calls for mandatory First Nations representation
Sending date : 01 Aug 2024
IN THE NEWS: ACCAN Board nominations opening soon, ACCAN Membership renewal underway, and SMH editorial argues for scam reimbursement
Sending date : 25 Jul 2024
IN THE NEWS: Telstra hit with $1.5 million fine for scam breaches, TIO calls for mobiles to be an ‘essential service’, and ACCAN CEO Carol Bennett talks telco on ABC Radio
Sending date : 18 Jul 2024
IN THE NEWS: Carol Bennett commences as ACCAN CEO, ACCAN denounces Telstra mishandling of unlisted numbers, and three new communications consumer grants announced
Sending date : 11 Jul 2024
IN THE NEWS: ACCC issues damning criticism of TCP Code, NBN prices to rise as new financial year begins, and ACMA announces 2024-25 compliance priorities
Sending date : 04 Jul 2024
IN THE NEWS: AMTA releases new 3G shutdown tool, SMS Sender ID Register goes before Parliament, and Telstra tops ACCC broadband speed report
Sending date : 28 Jun 2024
IN THE NEWS: Starlink to offer cheaper, speed capped product, Telstra announces 3G shutdown support, and ACCAN launches new 3G shutdown tipsheet
Sending date : 20 Jun 2024
IN THE NEWS: Have your say on the future of regional comms, act now to stay cyber-secure, and 3G shutdown concerns come before the Senate
Sending date : 14 Jun 2024
IN THE NEWS: eSafety drops X court case, News Corp calls for “social licence” laws for tech firms, RTIRC coming to a city near you!
Sending date : 06 Jun 2024
IN THE NEWS: Consumer wins in the 2024/25 budget, Comms Alliance releases draft TCP code, and report into Optus data breach to be uncovered in court
Sending date : 30 May 2024
IN THE NEWS: Telstra to cut 9% of staff, Optus joins 3G text checker, and ACMA to sue Optus over 2022 data breach
Sending date : 23 May 2024
IN THE NEWS: Telstra extends 3G shutdown, NBN CEO jumps ship to Optus, and consumer groups call for improved domestic violence protections
Sending date : 09 May 2024
IN THE NEWS: Optus outage review released, ACMA Chair questions future of co-regulation, TPG/Optus announce network sharing deal
Sending date : 02 May 2024
IN THE NEWS: Government and X relationship devolves further, new 3G shutdown website launched, and Optus unveils policy for vulnerable consumers
Sending date : 26 Apr 2024
IN THE NEWS: eSafety issues takedown notices over violent content, ACCAN announces new CEO, and Australia to receive Amazon LEOsat products early
Sending date : 18 Apr 2024
IN THE NEWS: Carol Bennett appointed CEO of ACCAN, review of universal service funding underway, and 300,000 Optus outage-related fraud attempts blocked
Sending date : 11 Apr 2024
IN THE NEWS: Report shows need for more ACMA enforcement data, Regional Tech Hub revamp, trials to use 5G to mitigate natural disasters underway
Sending date : 04 Apr 2024
IN THE NEWS: Telstra releases 3G shutdown compatibility tool, ACCAN launches Affordable Devices service, and new consumer protections begin tomorrow
Sending date : 28 Mar 2024
IN THE NEWS: 3G shutdown concerns; Working Group established to ensure public safety, Affordable Devices service launches, and the ACMA begins spectrum discussions
Sending date : 21 Mar 2024
IN THE NEWS: Meta in the spotlight for scams actions, Optus sale rumours circulate, and further 3G shutdown reminders for regional customers
Sending date : 14 Mar 2024
IN THE NEWS: NBN commits to large speed upgrades for certain plans, Optus fined $1.5 million for IPND breaches, and members advisory forums approaching
Sending date : 07 Mar 2024
IN THE NEWS: Optus outage inquiries extended, infrastructure sharing under the microscope, and the cost of living is hitting hard – scammers are well aware…
Sending date : 29 Feb 2024
IN THE NEWS: Tangerine hit by data breach, have your say on SMS scam actions, new housing to see improved mobile coverage
Sending date : 22 Feb 2024
IN THE NEWS: ACCC calls for stronger regulations, consumer protections debate on radio, and Telstra use LEOsat for test calls
Sending date : 15 Feb 2024
IN THE NEWS: New financial hardship rules welcomed, temporary disaster roaming tests a success, and ACCAN Grants Program still available
Sending date : 08 Feb 2024
IN THE NEWS: 2024 Grants program now open, ACCAN calls for consumer gains in upcoming budget, new NRS supplier sought
Sending date : 01 Feb 2024
IN THE NEWS: 2024 Grants program imminent, Optus outage hangover continues, and ‘side hustle' scams on the rise
Sending date : 25 Jan 2024
IN THE NEWS: ACCAN Grants open soon, new index ranks NSW suburbs by connectivity, landmark USO review draws closer
Sending date : 18 Jan 2024
IN THE NEWS: Final WebNews of 2023 – Starlink shot down by US regulators, new FTTP rolled out, Launtel lauded
Sending date : 14 Dec 2023
IN THE NEWS: Telstra pay $3 million for consumer protections breach, free internet for 21 NT communities, and anti-scam strategy unveiled
Sending date : 07 Dec 2023
IN THE NEWS: Scams Awareness Week underway, your USO questions answered, and last chance for Sue Salthouse Memorial Lecture tickets
Sending date : 30 Nov 2023
IN THE NEWS: Optus CEO resigns, Sue Salthouse Memorial Lecture approaches, and Scams Awareness Week begins
Sending date : 23 Nov 2023
IN THE NEWS: Registrations open for Sue Salthouse Memorial Lecture, ACCAN CEO to depart in 2024 and Optus to face hostile Senate on Friday
Sending date : 16 Nov 2023
IN THE NEWS: ACCAN releases DFV Policy, USO Consultation Opens, On Farm Connectivity Program opens for applications and more…
Sending date : 02 Nov 2023
IN THE NEWS: Consultation opens for Financial Hardship Standard, Improved Mobile Coverage recipients announced and more…
Sending date : 26 Oct 2023
IN THE NEWS: NBN Co’s SAU accepted; ACCAN 2022-23 Annual Report; National Referral Centre for School Student Broadband Initiative
Sending date : 19 Oct 2023
IN THE NEWS: TIO and ACMA release complaints data, Optus cyberattack report awaits court decision, mobile services may be treated like water & energy
Sending date : 12 Oct 2023
IN THE NEWS: ACCAN AGM draws near, retail registration scheme up for consultation, and a deep dive into rural connectivity
Sending date : 05 Oct 2023
IN THE NEWS: Disaster preparedness summit meets, ACCAN AGM approaching, and ‘mapping the digital gap’ report released
Sending date : 28 Sep 2023
IN THE NEWS: More protections needed for consumers, say advocates, NBN price rises incoming, Consumer Congress recordings now available
Sending date : 21 Sep 2023
IN THE NEWS: Communications Consumer Congress comes to a close, extra generative AI safeguards introduced & a complete guide to accessible documents, presentations and meetings
Sending date : 14 Sep 2023
IN THE NEWS: ACCAN Consumer Congress begins next week, ACMA to enforce financial hardship provisions, and 90% of Australians using AI at work
Sending date : 07 Sep 2023
IN THE NEWS: ACCAN Congress fast approaching, faster NBN speeds coming for 700,000 apartments & AI adoption far outpacing policy response
Sending date : 31 Aug 2023
IN THE NEWS: Telcos push for infrastructure cost sharing while reputations sink to new lows
Sending date : 24 Aug 2023
IN THE NEWS: DoorDash fined for spam breaches; Telstra, TPG to accept Competition Tribunal ruling, and ACCAN Consumer Congress coming soon.
Sending date : 17 Aug 2023
IN THE NEWS: One billion attempted scams blocked in a year, Gerard Brody to headline ACCAN’s Consumer Congress & TPG to offload all email services.
Sending date : 10 Aug 2023
IN THE NEWS: an Aussie spectrum explainer, TPG's $6.3bn asset sale, and Telco Ombudsman urges protections for consumers facing family violence
Sending date : 03 Aug 2023
IN THE NEWS: ACCAN Congress rego now open, First Nations digital gap in spotlight and National Anti-Scam Centre makes its first move
Sending date : 27 Jul 2023
IN THE NEWS: Optus Launches ‘Call Stop’; 2023 ADII released and more….
Sending date : 20 Jul 2023
IN THE NEWS: ACCAN Congress sponsor spotlight, Minister Rowland TCP Code comments, Optus signs with SpaceX and more…
Sending date : 13 Jul 2023
IN THE NEWS: Consumer protections in focus, ACMA compliance priorities, Telstra signs with Starlink and more…
Sending date : 06 Jul 2023
IN THE NEWS: ACCAN Grant projects announced, Regional Tech Hub tender announced, AI debate continues, and more…
Sending date : 29 Jun 2023
IN THE NEWS: The TIO Systemic Investigations Review, ACCC MOCN decision upheld, and more…
Sending date : 22 Jun 2023
IN THE NEWS: ACCAN National Reconciliation Week, Independent TCP Code Adviser appointed, AI Regulation and more
Sending date : 15 Jun 2023
IN THE NEWS: Recent ACCAN submissions, CBA huge spam penalty and more
Sending date : 08 Jun 2023
IN THE NEWS: ACCAN’s Cyber safety tip sheets for small business, ACCC begins inquiry into regulation of telecommunications services and more
Sending date : 01 Jun 2023
IN THE NEWS: ‘We are losing money’: companies in Apple’s repair program say they can’t compete with tech giant, Proposed approach to expiring spectrum licences and more
Sending date : 25 May 2023
IN THE NEWS: ACCAN’s Cyber safety tip sheets for small business, ACCC welcomes funding to establish National Anti-Scam Centre and more
Sending date : 18 May 2023
IN THE NEWS: Federal Budget, TCP Code Review commences, and more
Sending date : 11 May 2023
IN THE NEWS: Telco price increases in time for the new financial year, ACCC rejects NBN Co Special Access Undertaking variation and more
Sending date : 04 May 2023
IN THE NEWS: Albanese Government acts to disrupt illegal text message scams, 'We're sorry': Telstra apologises for 'brief' mobile data outage and more
Sending date : 27 Apr 2023
IN THE NEWS: ACCC calls for united front as scammers steal over $3bn from Australians, NBN Co awards construction contracts for FTTP upgrades and more
Sending date : 20 Apr 2023
IN THE NEWS: A Telco comparison tool is a must for time poor Australians, Telstra fails to meet ACMA’s caption requirements and more
Sending date : 13 Apr 2023
IN THE NEWS: Direct Debit a problem for vulnerable consumers, Applications opening for new $10 million grants fund to prevent tech-based abuse of women and more
Sending date : 06 Apr 2023
IN THE NEWS: Regional, Rural and Remote Communications Coalition in Canberra for bush connectivity push, Changes to telecommunications legislation will help save lives and more
Sending date : 30 Mar 2023
IN THE NEWS: 1 in 5 Australians struggling to pay a Telco bill, Circles.Life penalised $253,000 for public safety failures and more
Sending date : 23 Mar 2023
IN THE NEWS: Scam Alert: Telstra impersonation emails, NBN Co to make around 500 staff redundant by the end of June and more
Sending date : 16 Mar 2023
IN THE NEWS: Retail registration scheme a must for Aussie Telcos, Australia and UK join forces to fight unwanted calls and messages and more
Sending date : 09 Mar 2023
IN THE NEWS: Federal Government set to trial unmetered data in the bush, ACCC publishes submissions on proposed variation to future NBN regulation and more
Sending date : 02 Mar 2023
IN THE NEWS: ACCAN 2023 Grants Round closes tomorrow, Vocus warns NBN price rise at odds with household spend and more
Sending date : 23 Feb 2023
IN THE NEWS: ACCAN 2023 Grants Round closes Friday week, New SMS register to target scam messages and more
Sending date : 16 Feb 2023
IN THE NEWS: ACMA finds Telstra failed to help vulnerable consumers, School Student Broadband Initiative and more
Sending date : 09 Feb 2023
IN THE NEWS: Scam alert: Optus impersonation scams, ACCC social media sweep targets influencers and more
Sending date : 02 Feb 2023
IN THE NEWS: ACCAN 2023 Grants Round to open on Monday 30 January, New ACMA powers to combat harmful online misinformation and disinformation, Flying Doctor takes on Starlink for regional access and more
Sending date : 27 Jan 2023
Welcome to the first Webnews for 2023
Sending date : 19 Jan 2023
The final Webnews for 2022
Sending date : 15 Dec 2022
IN THE NEWS: Mapping the digital gap, ACCAN 2023 Grants round to open in January, and more
Sending date : 08 Dec 2022
IN THE NEWS: ACCC decision looms for 'game changing' Telstra-TPG deal for bush mobile services, Scam alert: Toll road impersonation scams, and more
Sending date : 01 Dec 2022
2nd Annual Sue Salthouse Memorial Lecture, New rules to help block SMS scams, and more
Sending date : 24 Nov 2022
IN THE NEWS: Release of the 2022 National Online Safety Survey, The Safer Internet Day 2023 campaign is officially underway and more.
Sending date : 17 Nov 2022
IN THE NEWS: Regional “Connectivity Month” initiative launched, domain security tip sheets now available online and more.
Sending date : 10 Nov 2022
