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Blocking websites hosting footage of the Christchurch terrorist attack

by Nikos Katinakis Posted March 19, 2019

by Nikos Katinakis
Group Executive, Networks & IT

1 min read

We have moved to temporarily block a number of websites that continue to host footage of Friday’s terrorist attack in Christchurch.

We’re bringing coverage to more communities in regional Australia

Regional

by Sriharan (Sri) Amirthalingam Posted March 18, 2019

by Sriharan (Sri) Amirthalingam
Commercial Engineering Executive

3 min read

Under Round Four of the Federal Government’s Mobile Black Spot Program, we’re building 131 new mobile base stations and small cells to improve coverage.

What to stream this week on Telstra TV

Entertainment

by Ryan Dunn Posted March 15, 2019

by Ryan Dunn
from the Telstra TV team

9 min read

Check out all of the latest blockbuster films, topical TV shows and live sports, streaming on demand this week on Telstra TV. Here are just a few of our favourite picks.

The Telstra Innovation Challenge is back

Telstra News

by Nikos Katinakis Posted March 14, 2019

by Nikos Katinakis
Group Executive, Networks & IT

2 min read

The Telstra Innovation Challenge is back, this time to bring new, innovative IoT ideas to the Transport and Logistics industry.

Lacing up for another NRL season

Entertainment

by Campbell Simpson Posted March 14, 2019

by Campbell Simpson
Senior Digital Editor

2 min read

2019 marks the 19th year we’ve sponsored the NRL Telstra Premiership, and we’ve come a long way from our first steps in 2001. The length of our partnership with the NRL, and the value we place in the game’s ability to engage with and inspire all Australians, can’t be understated.

Lexus and Telstra at the Grand Prix: come and see the future of driving safety

Network

by Håkan Eriksson Posted March 14, 2019

by Håkan Eriksson
Chief Technology Officer

2 min read

We’re proud to partner with Lexus in developing life-saving communication technologies for connected vehicles, and we’re even prouder to be able to show those innovative vehicles to you at the Formula 1 Rolex Australian Grand Prix this weekend.

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Climbing the transformation mountain

Business and Enterprise

by Nathan Bell Posted March 14, 2019

by Nathan Bell
B2B Digital Transformation Executive

2 min read

In two years, we have not only established a set of end-to-end integrated systems, from product definition to customer billing, we have also launched what is one of Telstra’s most holistic offers to market as a true paperless proposition –it has been awesome to see the positive impacts to our customers and partners.

Our ongoing investment in regional and rural Australia

Regional

by Andrew Penn Posted March 13, 2019

by Andrew Penn
CEO

1 min read

Last year Australians had the opportunity to provide their thoughts to the Regional Telecommunications Independent Review Committee about telecommunications services in regional, rural and remote parts of Australia.

All the AFLW, all in one place

Entertainment

by Campbell Simpson Posted March 8, 2019

by Campbell Simpson
Senior Digital Editor

3 min read

We’re excited to have helped contribute to the creation of the NAB AFL Women’s Competition’s womens.afl website – your home for everything about the sport from match reports to player profiles and long-form features on teams..

Putting the Samsung Galaxy S10+ through its paces

Devices

by Kurt Tilse Posted March 8, 2019

by Kurt Tilse
Videographer

3 min read

The Samsung Galaxy S10+ packs in a new pro-grade camera, alongside other hot features like an Infinity-O screen with built-in ultrasonic fingerprint sensor.

Unlocking the potential of Australia's low-altitude airspace

Tech and Innovation

by Andrew Scott Posted March 6, 2019

by Andrew Scott
Head of Technology

3 min read

We're partnering with Thales to imagine a safe and secure ecosystem for the management of Australia's low-altitude airspace.

Helping our customers in Gippsland through bushfires

Telstra News

by Loretta Willaton Posted March 5, 2019

by Loretta Willaton
Regional General Manager, Victoria

4 min read

We’ve announced an assistance package for residential and small business customers impacted by bushfires in the Gippsland region.

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Why the technology comfort blanket is holding back success

Business and Enterprise

by Michael Ebeid AM Posted March 5, 2019

by Michael Ebeid AM
Group Executive, Enterprise

6 min read

There is a common misconception that technology is a silver bullet for digital success. While technology can have a profound impact on business, it’s only when people, processes and partnerships are brought together that true transformation can be achieved.

Bringing businesses the technology they need to succeed

Small Business

by Michael Ackland Posted March 4, 2019

by Michael Ackland
Acting Group Executive, Consumer & Small Business

3 min read

We're opening the first of our 28 brand new Business Technology Centres around Australia in Townsville, the economic gateway to North Queensland. Our new Business Technology Centres will cater to small and medium business operators, giving them guidance and advice on the best technology solutions for their specific needs.

Best of Barcelona: trending tech seen at Mobile World Congress 2019

Tech and Innovation

by Campbell Simpson Posted March 4, 2019

by Campbell Simpson
Senior Digital Editor

4 min read

It’s been a huge week of news and announcements from Barcelona as Mobile World Congress 2019 got underway with a swathe of new 5G smartphones and devices.

International Women's Day #BalanceForBetter

Sustainability

by Kylie Fuller Posted March 4, 2019

by Kylie Fuller
Diversity & Inclusion Lead

2 min read

The 8th of March is International Women's Day, an annual global celebration of the social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women. We celebrate this progress while acknowledging that there is still a lot of work to be done if we are to achieve true gender equality.

Why I applied for the Telstra Graduate Program

Telstra Careers

by Nathan Haveaux Posted March 4, 2019

by Nathan Haveaux
Graduate – IoT Connectivity M2M

4 min read

Since starting in the Program last year, I have loved every experience. I haven’t felt like ‘just a grad’. Everyone has been welcoming and approachable.

Why AI is good for us, and good for business

Tech and Innovation

by Robyn Denholm Posted March 1, 2019

by Robyn Denholm
Chief Financial Officer & Head of Strategy

3 min read

Not a day goes by without a headline about artificial intelligence, or AI. Whether it’s another breakthrough in capability, a prediction about economic change, or even killer robots and impending doom – we are fascinated by what this technology may hold.

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5 fearless LGBTI shows to enjoy this week on Telstra TV

Entertainment

by Katie Buttress-Grove Posted March 1, 2019

by Katie Buttress-Grove
Digital Media Specialist

4 min read

Glitz, glamour and glorious television series – we’re celebrating diversity at home with these awesome shows. From hilarious sitcoms to real-life stories told by celebrities, here’s our favourite LGBTI shows on Telstra TV right now.

Connecting your Windows 10 PC with eSIM

Devices

by Kevin Teoh Posted February 27, 2019

by Kevin Teoh
Consumer Segment Executive, Consumer and Small Business

2 min read

We’re partnering with Microsoft to enable embedded SIM support in compatible Windows 10 Modern PCs. From March 7, we will be the first Australian Telco to make it possible for you to connect a Windows 10 device with eSIM to our mobile network, without a SIM card or additional hardware.

Being fearless means standing up for what matters

Inspiration

by Julian Clarke Posted February 27, 2019

by Julian Clarke
Human Resources Executive

6 min read

To celebrate the diversity of our workplace and customers, Telstra is making its Telstra Air Wi-Fi Network free for all Australians from 1-3 March so that everyone can share the love. To showcase Telstra’s history of creating an inclusive workplace for all, Transformation and People Executive, Julian Clarke, shares his experience fearlessly.

Introducing the NETGEAR Nighthawk M2 mobile router

Tech and Innovation

by Campbell Simpson Posted February 26, 2019

by Campbell Simpson
Senior Digital Editor

2 min read

Two years after we launched the world’s fastest mobile hotspot, the gigabit-capable NETGEAR Nighthawk M1, and then doubled those download speeds in network testing in 2018, we’re back with an upgrade: the NETGEAR Nighthawk M2 mobile router.

Championing women doing things differently at the Telstra Business Women’s Awards

Telstra Business Women's Awards

by Robyn Denholm Posted February 26, 2019

by Robyn Denholm
Chief Financial Officer & Head of Strategy

3 min read

Today we announce the state finalists for the 2019 Telstra Business Women’s Awards. As a woman in business myself, and proud ambassador of this year’s program, I share the excitement of all the women who have been recognised for doing things differently.

Conserving water with IoT: our partnership with Busselton Water and Software AG

Business and Enterprise

by Gerhard Loots Posted February 26, 2019

by Gerhard Loots
Global IoT Solutions Executive

2 min read

We’re trialing an innovative water management solution in collaboration with Software AG and Western Australia’s Busselton Water, using Internet of Things (IoT) sensors and an analytics solution to monitor and manage water across the Busselton area of WA, saving water while simultaneously lowering operating costs.