Next generation networks ('NGN') are just around the corner. NGNs will be capable of carrying all forms of communications _ voice, data and all types of content _ at very high speeds, at very high volumes and in diverse technical ways. Whilst the current regulatory regime in Australia which governs such networks is very telecommunications-centric...

This two page consumer fact sheet outlines the pitfalls and costs of mobile phone premium services and how to avoid them.There's a lot more you can do on your mobile phone these days, download ringtones and music, chat, vote, check your horoscope, enter competitions, or find out sports scores. These extras usually attract a premium...

Digital radio services will commence in the six state capital cities from 1 January, 2009. Submissions by interested stakeholders on the proposed access regime are invited by the ACCC.The ACCC has issued draft legislative instruments, decision-making criteria and procedural rules seeking stakeholders' views on the access regime that will apply to digital radio. Interested stakeholders...

Many countries are in the process of converting their terrestrial television services from analog to digital transmission. Several different approaches have been adopted for the switchover with different apparent results. Spectrum is a scarce resource and delays in the switch off can have major effects on economic welfare as the spectrum tied up in analog...

Most people readily accept there is a need to keep pace with change. Driven by digitalisation, convergence and the rapid increases in take-up and use of the Internet in Australia and internationally, changes in communications, ICT and the media pose challenges for the consumers, governments and service providers. One way to meet that challenge is...