We foster an environment in which all Australians benefit from access to diverse communications services and artistic and cultural experiences.
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What to do to prepare for and connect to the NBN, and how to get assistance.
The Government is investing more than $60 million in small and regional publishers.
Australia will stand for re-election to the Council of the International Telecommunication Union (ITU).
Our Work
Classification of films, computer games and publications is important to the Australian Government.
Copyright provides legal protection for people who express ideas and information in certain forms.
The Prime Minister's Literary Awards celebrate outstanding literary talent in Australia and the valuable contribution Australian literature and history makes to the nation's cultural and intellectual life.
What's new
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Australians who share, or threaten to share, intimate images without consent could now be jailed for up to seven years.
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The survey received more than 2400 responses which show the number of Australians consuming online content has increased since...
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The public consultation phase of the review into regional telecommunications has been completed.
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Residents in NSW and Victoria are encouraged to attend the Regional Telecommunications Review 2018 public consultations.
2018–19 Budget—Communications and the Arts Portfolio
Information relating to the Communications and the Arts Portfolio Budget for 2018–19.
Key People
Meet the Communications and the Arts Minister, Senator the Hon Mitch Fifield.
Meet the Regional Services, Sport, Local Government and Decentralisation Minister, Senator the Hon Bridget McKenzie.
Meet the Secretary of the Department of Communications and the Arts, Mr Mike Mrdak AO.
An independent committee is conducting a review of regional telecommunications issues and want to hear from you about your experiences.