Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) stories

Commpete has endorsed the ACMA's 2025 Telecommunications Numbering Plan, praising its focus on innovation, competition, and consumer protection in Australia.

A pioneering private 5G network at GemLife Gold Coast withstood cyclone Alfred's fury, ensuring vital connectivity while major providers faltered.

Communications Alliance has proposed revisions to the Telecommunications Consumer Protection Code, aiming to enhance consumer safeguards in Australia.

BAI Communications has secured licensed spectrum in the 3.8 GHz band from ACMA, enhancing its private mobile network capabilities across Australia.

Complaints to Australian telecoms have plummeted to record lows, averaging just 2.7 per 10,000 services, signalling improved customer satisfaction.

The Communications Alliance is pushing for a safe harbour in the new Scams Prevention Framework to protect telcos from excessive liabilities.

Australia’s 3G networks will be decommissioned next month, posing potential disruptions for retailers and hospitality businesses that rely on outdated tech.

Australian Mobile Telecommunications Association lauded for global contributions to RF safety standards, establishing 5G compliance benchmarks alongside international bodies.

Telstra faces backlash for mishandling 140,000 customers' private information, including silent numbers, exposing them publicly and breaching licence conditions.

ACCAN and the ACCC have united to urge a complete overhaul of the TCP Code, citing fundamental shortcomings that leave Australian consumers inadequately protected.

Privacy concerns around Microsoft's new Recall feature lead experts to advise businesses on protective measures, including policy updates and advanced IT solutions.

Amaysim names Vir Inder Nath as Vice President amid plans to expand into fixed home internet, aiming to revolutionise broadband with affordable nbn services.

ACMA warns of a surge in loyalty points scam SMSs, urges vigilance. Telstra blocked 11 million scam texts monthly but seeks public help to curb threats.

The Centre for Media Transition's latest report, commissioned by ACCAN, urges the ACMA to increase transparency around telecommunications regulation enforcement, recommending a public register of penalties.

Private 5G networks are transforming digital connectivity across industries in capacities, from healthcare to manufacturing, by supporting secure, agile and efficient operational functions.

The Department of Internal Affairs and ACMA are teaming up to combat spam and cybercrime across New Zealand and Australia.

Australian watchdog group accuses the social networking site of allowing child pornography through the creation of new pages.