Media releases

Review into the impact of online keno and foreign-matched lotteries The Albanese Government has commenced a review into the regulation of online keno and foreign-matched lotteries as it continues its work to minimise online gambling harms. 

Strengthening broadcasting and media partnerships in the Indo-Pacific The Albanese Government's new Indo-Pacific Broadcasting Strategy will increase access to trusted and reliable news, deliver quality content and foster engagemen

New national approach to improving mobile coverage in housing growth areas A State and Territory working group established by the Albanese Government has agreed to national planning principles to ensure more Australians have reliable mobile coverage as soon as they move into a new housing estate.

New online dating industry code now in place Online dating app companies have now adopted a new industry code to improve safety for Australians following a request by the Albanese Government.

New laws enhance media access for all Australians New laws passed through Parliament today by the Albanese Government will enhance access to media services for all Australians by supporting free TV services and sports coverage in the streaming era.

Modernised mail screening at the border set to be law Australia’s domestic and international mail screening, inspection and intervention arrangements have received a major update today following the passage of a new Bill in Parliament.

Albanese Government delivers stronger broadband for regional Australia The Albanese Government is delivering on its commitment to strengthen the National Broadband Network, with residents and small businesses in remote and regional Australia able to access superfast broadband speeds with upgrades to the Fixed W

New industry codes to protect children from online pornography The Albanese Government welcomes the eSafety Commissioner announcing next steps in the development of new, mandatory industry codes to protect children from online pornography and other age inappropriate content.

Revised Statement of Expectations for Australia Post The Albanese Government is continuing to deliver on its commitment to help Australia Post modernise and meet changing needs of consumers and small businesses, with a new Statement of Expectations to take effect from 1 July 2024.

Australians urged to test mobile phone capability ahead of 3G switchover Australians can now use a new free online tool to check if their mobile handset will be impacted by the upcoming 3G network switchover. 

New legislation to crack down on SMS scams The Albanese Government has today introduced new legislation to give the Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) powers to establish and run an SMS Sender ID Register that will help disrupt scammers and protect Australians.

New legislation to support access to broadcast television in regional Australia The Albanese Government will enable continued access to television broadcasting services in remote and regional Australia through new legislation introduced to the Parliament today. 

Narrowing the digital Gap through community Wi-Fi The Albanese Government is working collaboratively with remote First Nations communities to co-design free community Wi-Fi, with work underway across the first 18 communities to narrow the digital gap. 

Securing the sustainability of our valued community broadcasting sector The Albanese Government is seeking views on how best to position and prepare the community broadcasting sector for the future, so it can continue its vital role in giving voice to diverse groups in the Australian community.

South Australia leading the way with free internet to vulnerable families More than 2,500 South Australian families have embraced the Albanese Government’s initiative to provide free broadband to eligible households.