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We’ve enabled 5G in all major Australian cities

by Channa Seneviratne Posted December 18, 2018

by Channa Seneviratne
Executive, Network Engineering

2 min read

We’ve switched on 5G in Sydney and Melbourne, giving you 5G in every major Australian city - we’re the first mobile provider to achieve this milestone.

Give the gift of connection: four of the best pre-paid phones for Christmas

Devices

by Campbell Simpson Posted December 14, 2018

by Campbell Simpson
Senior Digital Editor

1 min read

A pre-paid phone is a great way to connect a younger school-aged child or even a parent or grandparent to the world in the palm of their hand.

What to stream this week on Telstra TV

Entertainment

by Ryan Dunn Posted December 14, 2018

by Ryan Dunn
from the Telstra TV team

9 min read

Whether you’re in the mood for an Aussie comedy, a gritty drama or the latest reality series, we’ve got you covered on Telstra TV.

Australian-first connected vehicle trial set to make roads safer

IoT

by Håkan Eriksson Posted December 14, 2018

by Håkan Eriksson
Chief Technology Officer

4 min read

In partnership with Lexus Australia, we’re about to start testing new life-saving V2X communication technologies in cars on Victorian roads.

Connecting a high-speed future for South Australian students

Business and Enterprise

by John Ieraci Posted December 13, 2018

by John Ieraci
Chief Customer Officer

2 min read

As part of a landmark deal between Telstra and the SA government, we will connect almost every government school to a high-speed fibre optic network.

Telstra tops network benchmark surveys

Network

by Sriharan (Sri) Amirthalingam Posted December 13, 2018

by Sriharan (Sri) Amirthalingam
Commercial Engineering Executive

4 min read

The latest telco industry surveys from P3 and Systemics have both ranked Telstra as Australia’s best mobile operator in 2018.

Turning on 5G in Adelaide, Canberra and Perth

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Life-saving technology brings home Telstra WA Business of the Year Award

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Meet your new superphone: Samsung’s new Galaxy Note9 announced

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4 insights from the world’s biggest data conference

Telstra Careers

by Katherine Boiciuc Posted December 12, 2018

by Katherine Boiciuc
Executive Operations

3 min read

Data and AI are helping to solve some of the world’s most complex problems. See what else our people learnt from the the world's biggest data conference.

We are always learning from our customers

Small Business

by Andrew Penn Posted December 12, 2018

by Andrew Penn
CEO

4 min read

As each day passes we see more Australian businesses created by technology innovation. There is always one single source of truth we rely on: our customers.

We’ve launched our first 5G customer connection

Network

by Channa Seneviratne Posted December 11, 2018

by Channa Seneviratne
Executive, Network Engineering

4 min read

In another milestone on our 5G roadmap, we’ve connected a customer with a commercial 5G device on our 5G technology for the first time.

Which Asian economies are winning the digital transformation race?

Business and Enterprise

by Oliver Camplin-Warner Posted December 11, 2018

by Oliver Camplin-Warner
Head of International

4 min read

One of the most striking factors in Asia’s tremendous growth over the past few decades is how the digital revolution has enabled businesses to thrive.

Telstra invests $386m to secure 30-80MHz nationwide in 5G spectrum auction

Telstra News

by Andrew Penn Posted December 10, 2018

by Andrew Penn
CEO

2 min read

Following our announcement of 5G world and Australian firsts last week, we have secured between 30-80 MHz nationwide in the 3.6 GHz spectrum auction held by ACMA.

What we’re buying our loved ones this Christmas

Devices

by Campbell Simpson Posted December 7, 2018

by Campbell Simpson
Senior Digital Editor

5 min read

It’s the time of year where we’re all getting ready for Christmas, choosing and picking out presents for our families, friends and loved ones.

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Gift some tech this Christmas: 7 top smartphone accessories for friends and family

Tech and Innovation

by Campbell Simpson Posted December 7, 2018

by Campbell Simpson
Senior Digital Editor

2 min read

It’s the start of the festive season, with under four weeks until Christmas - and that means it’s time to start thinking of some smart ideas for presents!

How we prepare for Australia's natural disaster season

Regional

by Campbell Simpson Posted December 6, 2018

by Campbell Simpson
Senior Digital Editor

3 min read

In our long history we’ve had many years of first-hand experience dealing with disasters, which helps up prepare for future events before they even happen.

Unveiling our first 5G device, after a year of network evolution

Network

by Channa Seneviratne Posted December 5, 2018

by Channa Seneviratne
Executive, Network Engineering

3 min read

In the last year we’ve made huge strides forward in 5G - the result of extensive testing and validation at our 5G Innovation Centre on the Gold Coast.

Making Australia’s first 5G to 5G video call

Network

by Nikos Katinakis Posted December 5, 2018

by Nikos Katinakis
Group Executive, Networks & IT

2 min read

We made the first commercial 5G video call at our 5G Innovation Centre last week, closely following our Australian-first live 5G connection.

Rewarding a rising star in Australian ballet

Entertainment

by Genelle Sharples Posted December 3, 2018

by Genelle Sharples
Principal, Media and Sponsorships

2 min read

Jade Wood, a senior artist with The Australian Ballet, has been selected as the winner of our annual Telstra Ballet Dancer Award for 2018.

Using AI to create great customer experiences

Telstra Careers

by Jarrod Cardy Posted December 3, 2018

by Jarrod Cardy
Senior Content and Social Specialist

1 min read

Artificial intelligence is helping us create great customer experiences that's responsive and adaptive to our customers' needs. Here's how.

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What to stream this week on Telstra TV

Entertainment

by Ryan Dunn Posted November 30, 2018

by Ryan Dunn
from the Telstra TV team

19 min read

We’ve got something for everyone this week on Telstra TV. Whether you’re in the mood for an Aussie comedy, a gritty drama or the latest reality series,...

Our exclusive partnership with Arduino set to fuel the growth of IoT in Australia

IoT

by Håkan Eriksson Posted November 30, 2018

by Håkan Eriksson
Chief Technology Officer

3 min read

We're excited to announce that we have forged an exclusive telco partnership with Arduino. As part of the tie-up we will a IoT developer board in Australia.

The True Story of a killer identity thief

Cyber Security

by Darren Pauli Posted November 28, 2018

by Darren Pauli
Security Special Projects

5 min read

Mexico fell for Michael Finkel. The charismatic New York Times journalist, now raconteur, was on assignment covering Mayan mysticism in 2001.

Giving you the choice to add the sports you love with the launch of Kayo

Entertainment

by Michael Ackland Posted November 27, 2018

by Michael Ackland
Acting Group Executive, Consumer & Small Business

2 min read

No matter what sports you’re into there’s an excellent chance Kayo has you covered -- from AFL and cricket to the World Surf League and Formula One.

It’s time for 4K cricket on Foxtel from Telstra

Telstra News

by Campbell Simpson Posted November 26, 2018

by Campbell Simpson
Senior Digital Editor

3 min read

Foxtel is now broadcasting summer cricket in 4K, with all men’s international matches and selected KFC BBL matches showing on a new dedicated 4K channel.

6 career tips from a global tech leader

Telstra Careers

by Katherine Boiciuc Posted November 26, 2018

by Katherine Boiciuc
Executive Operations

3 min read

A career is what you make of it, but with these six tips from one of our senior global leaders, you can take yours in the best direction for you.