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  • Comms industry convergence drives regulatory merger

    The federal government has introduced a Bill into parliament as the first legislative step towards merging its broadcasting and communications regulatory authorities.

  • 2007: How was it for Telstra?

    Was 2007 a good year for Telstra? Possibly. Was it a good year for Telstra's lawyers? Definitely.

  • ISP level porn filtering won't work, says Coonan

    New restrictions for adult content on converged devices like 3G phones will soon be introduced to parliament, but filtering at the internet service provider (ISP) level won't work, according to Communications minister Helen Coonan.

  • Anti-spam legislation effective, claims ACMA

    Australia's anti-spam watchdog has lauded the effectiveness of the Spam Act 2003, but warned international efforts and moves to combat the "fusion of spam, fraud and cybercrime" must be stepped up.

  • Comms, broadcasting body merger on list for Coonan's return

    The merger of industry regulators, the Australian Broadcasting Authority (ABA) and the Australian Communications Authority (ACA), will be first on the agenda should Helen Coonan be reassigned to the communications and information technology portfolio, her spokeswoman said today.

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