Archived News for IT Professionals
Global recruitment specialist Hays has released its quarterly report into recruitment trends for the April – June 2012 quarter.
The report found that ongoing demand to finish major projects is generating candidate shortages in the market, with demand for Java developers, particularly within Enterprise elvel web application, is rapidity growing.
A number of large projects such as ERP and CRM are also creating demand for programmers and developers.
iiNet wins copyright case
The High Court has voted unanimously to dismiss an appeal by Roadshow Films claiming that iiNet was responsible for its customers using file sharing services.
NBN satellite gets UN nod
The United Nations communications agency has informed the National Broadband Network Company (NBN Co) that its current plan to launch two satellites is following the correct approval process.
NBN to roll out satellite relay in Merimbula
The National Broadband Network Company (NBN Co) has announced it has selected Merimbula as the company’s first satellite earth station.
Optus launches heartstring branding campaign
Optus has announced the launch of a major brand campaign aimed at connecting with its customers on a more poignant, emotional level.
Telstra announces capital management strategy
Telstra ha s announced its capital management strategy, outlining the company’s priorities and underlying principles that will guide the company’s future decision making.
SAIC to open centre in Victoria
Science Applications International Corporation (SAIC) has announced it will establish a regional cyber security centre in Victoria, generating 50 new highly skilled jobs over the next three years.
ACMA publishes digital auction draft rules
The Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) has published draft rules for the digital dividend spectrum auction.
NBN Co returns fire over wireless claims
The National Broadband Network Company (NBN Co) has responded to claims that the proliferation of wireless devices will render the NBN project a waste of money, saying that such claims are completely divorced from reality.
Primus snapped up by M2
M2 Telecom has announced it has purchased telecommunications company Primus for $192 million in a move that will see the group consolidate its position for its NBN service.
Round three Digital Hubs and Digital Enterprise opens
The Federal Government has opened round three of the Digital Hubs and Digital Enterprise for applications from service providers to deliver the third round of Digital Hubs and Digital Enterprise programs.
ACCC approves Foxtel's Austar bid
The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) has announced it will not oppose Foxtel's acquisition bid for Austar after the Commission accepted court-enforceable undertakings from Foxtel.
Gold Coast to host NBN Co contact centre
The National Broadband Network Company (NBN Co) has announced it will hosting its contact centre in the Gold Coast, reversing an earlier decision to have the service outsourced.
Payne takes the financial reins at NBN Co
The National Broadband Network Co (NBN Co) has announced Robin Payne as the company's new Chief Financial Officer (CFO), officially placing him in the role he has served in since January following the retirement of Jean-Pascal Beaufret.
CSIRO wins wi-fi patent battle
CSIRO has won a $220 million settlement over the use of its patented wi-fi technology currently in use by over 3 billion electronic devices worldwide.
Wireless numbers boom
Mobile wireless broadband connections (excluding mobile handsets) accounted for 47% of all internet connections as at 31 December 2011, according to the Australian Bureau of Statistics.
ACCC begins consultation on establishment of Independent Telecommunications Adjudicator
The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission has released a discussion paper inviting comment on draft documents relating to Telstra's establishment of an Independent Telecommunications Adjudicator (ITA).
Victoria hits out at NBN rollout
The Victorian Government has hit out at the recently announced 3-year rollout plan of the National Broadband Network (NBN), saying that the state has been duded.
Government passes final NBN legislation
The Federal Government has passed the universal service reform legislation through the Senate, which the Government hopes will ensure the ongoing delivery of key telecommunication consumer safeguards during and after the rollout of the NBN.
Telstra cloud gets Cisco certification
Telstra has announced that its infrastructure-as-a-service cloud has met all requirements to receive accreditation from Cisco as part of their World Wide Cloud Partner Program.
Telstra announces 46 LTE mobile Wi-Fi
Telstra has announced Australia’s first 4G LTE mobile Wi-Fi service after it showcased the battery-powered Telstra Mobile Wi-Fi 4G and the Bigpond Mobile Wi-Fi 4G.