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The mess that is Australia's NBN project

NBN Co has finally revealed details, of sorts, on what technologies it will use, and where, to provide Australian homes with fast broadband speeds.

By Stuart Corner • 3 min read • Mon, 17th Nov 2014

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Optus cuts 290 Aussie jobs

Australian telco Optus is cutting 290 jobs from its marketing, IT, networks and sales departments as it tries to fight a downward spiral within the company.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 26th Mar 2013

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Labour probes govt over Huawei in NZ

Labour Party's ICT spokesperson criticises New Zealand Government for awarding contracts to Chinese company, Huawei, after it was banned from Australia.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 28th Mar 2012

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What lays ahead for 2012?

As 2012 dawns, Clive Gold predicts a tech revolution: data science rises, IT sectors evolve, and IT security rethinks strategies.

By Staff Writer • 5 min read • Wed, 1st Feb 2012

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NBN launches FTTN, promises 'very high speeds' still achieveable

The NBN has launched its commercial fibre to the node product, saying 'most' end-users on the trial got wholesale speeds of 100Mbps download.

By Heather Wright • 2 min read • Mon, 21st Sep 2015

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Turbulent times for Australia's National Broadband Network

NBN Co is now facing the threat of being exposed to competition by a government ideologically committed to the free market and minimal regulation.

By Stuart Corner • 3 min read • Mon, 15th Dec 2014

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Telecom sells AAPT for A$450M to TPG Telecom

Telecom sells Australian AAPT unit to TPG Telecom for AUD $450 million, exceeding expectations. The move aligns with its focus on NZ operations.

By Pattrick Smellie • 2 min read • Mon, 9th Dec 2013

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Australia's NBN Fibre network facing uncertain future

Australia's NBN fibre network hangs in balance as an election may halt its expansion, amidst debate over its necessity and cost.

By Stuart Corner • 4 min read • Wed, 6th Mar 2013

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Labour demands Govt inquiry over Huawei handling

After U.S. officials accused the company of bribery and spying, opposition party questions the Chinese firm's share of the $1.35 billion UFB rollout.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 9th Oct 2012

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ICT salaries accelerating across the ditch

Professionals in the communications sector enjoying increased salaries in one of the fastest growing industries Down Under, beating the general cost of living.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 12th Sep 2012

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Huawei CEO strengthens ties Down Under

Fresh from agreeing a US$56m deal with Kiwi firm Rakon, Huawei's CEO Ren Zhengfei arrives in Australia to cement their credentials as a mainstream vendor.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 21st Aug 2012