This report outlines updated findings from a second research visit to Erub (Darnley Island), which is located in the eastern island group of Zenadth Kes (Torres Strait), near the Great Barrier Reef.

The first research visit in April 2022 identified a range of challenges for Erub residents and service providers in terms of mobile and communications access, particularly outside of the central villages. Nevertheless, the researchers found high levels of digital ability compared with other Australians.

Building on the 2022 Erub community outcomes report, this update report is intended to assist community agencies, leaders and residents to better understand the barriers to digital inclusion, develop local strategies to address these barriers, and support planning and partnerships with government and industry stakeholders.

This report presents research findings to date, comparing survey results from 2022 to 2023, outlining changes in communications and media services and usage, and renewing the analysis section with 2023 findings and quotes. The proposed Digital Inclusion Plan has been updated based on community input and progress to date, as well as planned activities.

The report also presents 2023 Australian Digital Inclusion Index scores for Erub relative to national averages and key findings from our first round of visits to 10 remote towns, communities and homelands in 2022.