http://www.dbcde.gov.auNews and media releases related to the topic digital economy for the Department of Broadband, Communications and the Digital Economy in RSS 2.0 formaten-AUDepartment of Broadband, Communications and the Digital Economywebmail@dbcde.gov.auMySource Matrixhttp://www.dbcde.gov.au/newsroom/department_media_releases/videoconferencing_panel_to_help_government_agencies_deliver_nbn-enabled_servicesMon, 30 Apr 2012 14:18:43 +1000The Department of Broadband, Communications and the Digital Economy is aware of satellite phone carriers promoting zero up-front payment schemes for satellite phones in Australia.http://www.dbcde.gov.au/newsroom/department_media_releases/satellite_phone_subsidiesWed, 28 Mar 2012 17:05:23 +1100The benefits of establishing an effective online presence under the National Broadband Network (NBN) will be the topic of discussion at a small business forum at the Modbury Civic Centre on Tuesday 20 March.http://www.dbcde.gov.au/newsroom/department_media_releases/benefits_of_the_nbn_for_small_businesses_on_show_in_modburyMon, 19 Mar 2012 15:03:27 +1100The Department of Broadband, Communications and the Digital Economy is seeking public comment on a draft ministerial determination and direction regarding the possible re-issue of expiring 15 year spectrum licences.http://www.dbcde.gov.au/newsroom/department_media_releases/public_consultation_on_re-issue_of_expiring_15_year_spectrum_licensesFri, 23 Dec 2011 09:00:24 +1100The Australian Government and 2011 Victorian of the Year Father Bob Maguire have launched a national agent search to encourage Australians to Stay Smart Online.http://www.dbcde.gov.au/newsroom/department_media_releases/are_you_australias_next_stay_smart_online_agentFri, 16 Dec 2011 15:04:16 +1100http://www.dbcde.gov.au/newsroom/department_media_releases/convergence_review_recommends_package_of_far-reaching_reforms_and_a_new_regulator_for_the_digital_economyThu, 15 Dec 2011 08:18:53 +1100The benefits of establishing an effective online presence under the National Broadband Network (NBN) was under the spotlight today at a small business forum in Townsville.http://www.dbcde.gov.au/newsroom/department_media_releases/nbn_benefits_for_small_business_on_show_at_townsville_forumThu, 24 Nov 2011 16:13:03 +1100Australian Government funds strategic advisory group to join discussions on ICT standardshttp://www.dbcde.gov.au/newsroom/department_media_releases/australian_government_funds_strategic_advisory_group_to_join_discussions_on_ict_standardsMon, 07 Nov 2011 16:55:57 +1100Australians are being urged to Stay Smart Online as they increase their summer holiday travel bookings over coming weeks.http://www.dbcde.gov.au/newsroom/department_media_releases/more_than_a_third_book_summer_holidays_onlineMon, 31 Oct 2011 15:12:42 +1100NBN champion and Tasmanian entrepreneur and small business owner, Darren Alexander, has today welcomed the release of NBN Co’s first national 12-month fibre rollout schedule for the National Broadband Network (NBN).http://www.dbcde.gov.au/newsroom/department_media_releases/broadband_champion_welcomes_nbn_rollout_for_tasmaniaWed, 19 Oct 2011 16:27:46 +1100NBN champion and Executive Chairman of Aegis Media Pacific, Harold Mitchell, has today welcomed the release of NBN Co’s first national 12-month fibre rollout schedule for the National Broadband Network (NBN).http://www.dbcde.gov.au/newsroom/department_media_releases/nbn_rollout_to_benefit_victorian_homes_and_businessesWed, 19 Oct 2011 16:08:19 +1100NBN champion and Central Coast businessman Dave Abrahams today welcomed the release of NBN Co’s first national 12-month fibre rollout schedule for the National Broadband Network (NBN).http://www.dbcde.gov.au/newsroom/department_media_releases/broadband_champion_welcomes_nsw_central_coastWed, 19 Oct 2011 16:04:06 +1100NBN champion, Queensland ophthalmologist and former chair of the Australian Medical Association, Dr Bill Glasson, today welcomed the release of NBN Co’s first national 12-month fibre rollout schedule for the National Broadband Network (NBN).http://www.dbcde.gov.au/newsroom/department_media_releases/nation-building_nbn_project_a_boon_to_queenslandWed, 19 Oct 2011 15:47:12 +1100NBN champion, CEO and Founder of Neighbour Day, Andrew Heslop, has today welcomed the release of NBN Co’s first national 12-month fibre rollout schedule for the National Broadband Network (NBN).http://www.dbcde.gov.au/newsroom/department_media_releases/act_residents_among_the_first_australians_to_benefitWed, 19 Oct 2011 17:22:00 +1100NBN champion and Director of the University of Ballarat’s Centre for eCommerce and Communications, Dr Helen Thompson, has today welcomed the release of NBN Co’s first national 12-month fibre rollout schedule for the National Broadband Network (NBN).http://www.dbcde.gov.au/newsroom/department_media_releases/broadband_champion_helen_thompson_welcomes_victorian_nbn_rollout_scheduleWed, 19 Oct 2011 15:37:39 +1100NBN champion and “Gadget Guy” Peter Blasina has today welcomed the release of NBN Co’s first national 12-month fibre rollout schedule for the National Broadband Network (NBN).http://www.dbcde.gov.au/newsroom/department_media_releases/gadget_guy_peter_blasina_welcomes_nsw_nbn_rolloutWed, 19 Oct 2011 15:32:24 +1100The Digital Switchover Taskforce has resumed installations under the Satellite Subsidy Scheme from Saturday 15 October.http://www.dbcde.gov.au/newsroom/department_media_releases/satellite_subsidy_scheme_installations_resumeFri, 14 Oct 2011 21:19:58 +1100Installations under the Satellite Subsidy Scheme have been temporarily suspended effective from Friday 23 September.http://www.dbcde.gov.au/newsroom/department_media_releases/important_news_-_satellite_subsidy_scheme_temporarily_suspendedMon, 03 Oct 2011 12:27:56 +1100Following today’s article in the Sydney Morning Herald titled “Auditors raise probity queries at broadband overseer” citing documents obtained under Freedom of Information, the Department of Broadband, Communications and the Digital Economy states:http://www.dbcde.gov.au/newsroom/department_media_releases/media_statementThu, 22 Sep 2011 11:36:44 +1000On 14 September 2011 the Minister for Broadband, Communications and the Digital Economy, Senator Stephen Conroy appointed the Hon Ray Finkelstein QC to conduct an inquiry and report into certain aspects of the media and media regulation. Professor Matthew Ricketson was appointed by Senator Conroy to assist in the inquiry.http://www.dbcde.gov.au/newsroom/department_media_releases/call_for_submissionsWed, 21 Sep 2011 16:36:43 +1000