The Hon Michelle Rowland MP

In 2023, access to reliable internet, mobile coverage and decent radio signal is something many of us take for granted.



But make no mistake: it’s absolutely essential – just like electricity and running water.

Minister for Communications, the Hon Michelle Rowland MP, today attended the 4th Pacific ICT Ministerial Dialogue in Papua New Guinea (PNG), with a new Ministerial declaration and action plan agreed by those in attendance.

 

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Gudfala aftanun yufala evriwan! (Good afternoon everyone).

The first shipment of equipment delivered as part of the Australian Government’s commitment to supporting Pacific nations improve the efficiency of their postal services has arrived today in the Solomon Islands.

 

Minister for Communications, the Hon Michelle Rowland MP, will visit Solomon Islands and Papua New Guinea this week to engage in communications development-focused meetings, reinforcing Australia’s commitment to partnering with the Pacific…

The Albanese Government will partner with State and Territory Governments on trials to boost multi-carrier coverage on roads, following the landmark first meeting of the Regional Connectivity Ministers…

The Chair of the ABC, Ms Ita Buttrose AC OBE has advised the Government that she is not seeking reappointment following the completion of her current term in March 2024.

 

Almost half of all Sky Muster Plus customers in rural and regional areas have taken up new uncapped satellite broadband made possible by the Albanese Government’s investments to deliver a better NBN.

 

Australians at risk of experiencing gambling harm will now be able to self-exclude from all licensed interactive wagering services following the launch today of BetStop – the National Self-Exclusion Register.

 

Applications are now open for the latest round of the Innovate with NBN grants program, which supports individuals, businesses and organisations across regional and remote Australia to take their technology-led ideas to the next level.…

The Albanese Government is proud to announce one of Australia’s biggest comprehensive investments in women’s sports, with funding and reforms to help more women play sport, and ensure more Australians are able to cheer on our phenomenal sports…

More eligible families across Australia will have the opportunity to benefit from 12 months free NBN following an extension to the nomination period, under the Albanese Government’s School Student Broadband…