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.

05 July 2024

Media release

Speech – House of Representatives – Suspension of Standing Orders: Online Wagering Reform

Ms ROWLAND (…

04 July 2024

Speech

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.

04 July 2024

Media release

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.

04 July 2024

Media release

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…

03 July 2024

Media release

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.

02 July 2024

Media release

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.

01 July 2024

Media release

Free Wi-Fi support keeps all children in educational loop

The Federal Government’s number one priority is delivering cost-of-living help for hardworking Australian families.
 
We know people are doing it tough.
 

27 June 2024

Opinion piece

Interview with Jeremy Jones, ABC Capricornia
SUBJECTS: 3G Switchover; Mobile Black Spot Program; Regional Telecommunications Review; Regional Roads Australia Mobile Program

27 June 2024

Transcript

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.
 

27 June 2024

Media release

House of Representatives – Telecommunications Amendment (SMS Sender ID Register) Bill 2024 – Second Reading Debate

Ms ROWLAND (Greenway—Minister for Communications…

26 June 2024

Speech

Speech – House of Representatives - Communications Legislation Amendment (Regional Broadcasting Continuity) Bill 2024 – Second Reading Debate

Ms ROWLAND (Greenway—Minister for Communications…

26 June 2024

Speech

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.
 

26 June 2024

Media release

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.…

26 June 2024

Media release

Joint press conference - Darwin, Northern Territory
SUBJECTS: Outcomes from the Data and Digital Ministers Meeting, free community NBN Co Wi-Fi in remote First Nations communities, social media, misinformation and disinformation.

21 June 2024

Transcript