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September 12, 2018

Connected disconnection: Does technology help or hurt our mental health?

Both World Suicide Prevention Day and R U OK?Day occur this week, and as a part of generating awareness and increasing the discussion about mental illness, depression, anxiety, and suicide prevention, it’s worth looking into a somewhat controversial issue: Does the ongoing worldwide increase in technology use help or hurt our mental health? Technology use… View Article

Tech News

December 1, 2017

More data for you this Christmas, from Australia's #1 Sky Muster provider

The Christmas countdown has begun! Whether you’re planning to have the whole family over for the festive season or just stay in with your loved ones, a bit of extra data can always help keep extra eyes entertained, as well as save you from that one relative who might feel like using all your data!… View Article

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November 2, 2017

Scamwatch warns Aussies to remain alert after fake NBN calls

ScamWatch, an organisation managed by the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) has issued a warning about scammers posing as representatives of the National Broadband Network (nbn®), known to be targeting senior Australians. These callers are posing as nbn® agents and through a conversation are extracting personal information such as full name, birthdate, addresses and… View Article

Tech Tips

September 28, 2017

New Activ8me Sky Muster plans arrive!

Australia’s #1 Sky Muster provider, Activ8me are excited to release our full list of plans available Prices have remained exactly the same, with an additional 50-80% more peak data added onto each plan, so you can have more freedom online without paying a cent extra. We know peak data is what makes the most difference… View Article

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September 21, 2017

New project bringing Internet of Things to Tasmanian businesses

Tech Exec have reported a new project to help change Tasmania reach a new level of connectivity. TasmaNet and Thinxtra have joined forces to create an Internet of Things (IoT) network utilising the NBN’s rollout through Tasmania. This collaboration is aiming to reach 95% of Tasmania’s population by the end of 2017. The creation of… View Article

Business

September 8, 2017

NBN introduces FTTC and upgrades as they hit the halfway mark

With the National Broadband Network (nbn®) hitting the halfway mark, the company are already planning upgrades to future-proof their architecture. In June, the nbn® hit a total of 5.7 million premises able to be connected, with the company beating its own projections by deploying 300,000+ extra premises ahead of schedule. To support the performance of… View Article

nbn® Rollout

August 31, 2017

GrowLab launch Agricultural Technology pioneer program

The development of Agricultural Technology (AgTech) in Australia depends largely on innovative groups and tech providers who keep creating specialised solutions to make easier the lives and jobs of those working in the industry. The GrowLab program, headed by Cicada Innovations and the MLA Donor Company, aims to nurture and support AgTech startups, using the… View Article

Tech Innovations

August 29, 2017

Virtual Reality showcasing Australian farming and agriculture

Virtual Reality is no longer limited to gaming and recreation. The platform is now often seen as a tool to further awareness and education, especially in various industries. With a new VR experience launched at the Rockhampton show, you can walk in the boots of a farmer. According to a report by Illawarra Mercury, a… View Article

Business

August 21, 2017

NBN add new premises to Fixed Wireless rollout map

The National Broadband Network (nbn®) have announced over 72,800 new premises to be added to the fixed wireless existing rollout footprint. Fiona Nash, Minister for regional communications, was quoted in a statement by ITNews saying that fixed wireless will “serve up to six per cent of Australians”. The six per cent figure as stated by… View Article

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