Third Generation (3G) mobile telephone systems challenge regulatory policy because they represent a convergence of content, devices and networks, with many companies involved. Matthew L. James examines matters of industry development, appropriate content protection and misuse, regulatory controls and future network trends.

With the release of the March quarter 2005 population estimates by the Australian Statistician on Thursday 22 September 2005, the Australian Electoral Commissioner now has the information needed to determine the representation entitlements for the states and territories. Gerard Newman and Stephen Barber look at the figures and their implications.

Leslie Nielson provides a simple, easy to use summary of superannuation taxation and preservation rules.

Adrienne Blunt provides links to web-based information and full-text articles relevant to selected countries having national elections in 2005. This document covers all elections held in the Pacific region; coverage is selective for Asia, Europe and the Middle East. Elections may be presidential or parliamentary. The country information is brief and gives the date and...

In this e-brief Sue Harris-Rimmer summarises recent developments and key issues in legal debates about refugee and immigration law in Australia. She provides links to web sites and material covering reports, case law, inquiries and legislation.