New telco rules to assist most vulnerable only weeks away
ACCAN has today welcomed the announcement from Minister for Communications Anika Wells that the Telecommunications (Domestic, Family and Sexual Violence Consumer Protections) Industry Standard 2025 has been finalised and will come into effect on 1 July 2025 as a crucial milestone for Australians experiencing domestic, family and sexual violence.This outcome […]
UNSW Sydney achieves electrification milestone
UNSW leads the way for Australian universities, transitioning to renewable electric energy across all Sydney residential colleges. The replacement of outdated gas systems is a key milestone as the University strides toward its net zero emissions goal. UNSW Sydney has ditched gas and adopted clean, renewable electric power for all student […]
Telstra emergency service outage ‘a near-miss’ – with lessons to be learnt
Peak communications consumer body ACCAN has expressed concern following today’s news that Telstra has been fined for failing to maintain access for more than 12 hours to the 106 emergency call service used by Australians with hearing and speech impairments.This represents a critical failure in Telstra’s duty as the nation’s […]
What Can $50 Do? Aussie Creators Take the SHEIN Home Makeover Challenge
As part of SHEIN’s latest Home & Living initiative, creators across the country have taken on the $50 Makeover Challenge, to revamp everything from coffee tables to kids’ bedrooms. The results? Stylish, delightfully personal, and proof that great design doesn’t need a big budget. From cosy lounge room updates to playful nursery […]
Breast Cancer Network Australia calls on governments to ensure all Australian women receive essential breast density information to improve early diagnosis and save lives
Breast Cancer Network Australia (BCNA) has welcomed the release of BreastScreen Australia’s new Position Statement on Mammographic (Breast) Density and Screening as a significant step forward for transparency and empowering women to understand their breast cancer risk. The updated national statement recommends that all women screened through BreastScreen Australia be […]
Spain Named Top TEFL Destination for 2025; Leading Providers Announced!
May 30, 2025 — Spain has been officially recognized as the premier destination for Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL) in 2025, drawing aspiring educators from around the globe with its lively culture, high demand for English teachers, and competitive job market. As the TEFL industry continues to expand, […]
Smartsheet Unveils Smartsheet Regions Australia
Australia-hosted instance of Smartsheet strengthens company’s presence APJ and supports customers’ data privacy compliance requirements Smartsheet, the AI-powered, enterprise-grade work management platform, today unveiled Smartsheet Regions Australia, a new data residency option that empowers customers to control data hosting and supports compliance with local privacy laws such as the Australian Privacy […]
La Trobe University’s cutting-edge energy solutions address its net zero mission
Schneider Electric, a leader in the digital transformation of energy management and automation, has partnered with La Trobe University to support its journey to achieve its net zero emissions target as early as 2029. As part of the La Trobe solar farm project, the university has tapped Schneider Electric for innovative technology […]
SAWEETIE KICKS OFF 2025 AUSTRALIAN TOUR – TICKETS FLYING FAST!
Australia, get ready to get icy. Multi-platinum rap superstar Saweetie is officially bringing her headline tour down under for the very first time, with shows set to hit Perth, Brisbane, Melbourne, and Sydney this July and August 2025. Presented by Primuse Entertainment and Capital Touring, the tour promises an electrifying […]
Rabobank announces support for farming clients affected by NSW Mid North Coast floods
Rabobank has announced a package of support measures that will be made available to farming clients dealing with the impacts of devastating floods along the NSW Mid North Coast. Rabobank state manager for NSW Toby Mendl said the specialist agribusiness bank has a range of measures in place to support clients […]