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Consultation on draft direction to use 3.5 GHz band spectrum for the NBN spectrum gap

Start/End Date: August 21, 2014 09:00 AEST to September 22, 2014 17:00 AEST

The Minister has directed the ACMA to have in place arrangements, by 30 April 2015, to issue apparatus licences in the 3.5 GHz frequency band (3400 to 3600 MHz) for the NBN fixed wireless network in the metro fringe of the mainland capital cities.

The spectrum review potential reform directions paper

Start/End Date: November 11, 2014 09:00 AEDT to December 02, 2014 17:00 AEDT

The Minister has invited comments on reform principles and 11 potential reform proposals in the Spectrum Review – Potential Reform Directions paper. The aim is to encourage industry engagement and feedback.

Spectrum Review issues paper

Start/End Date: May 23, 2014 09:00 AEST to June 20, 2014 17:00 AEST

Australia’s spectrum has been managed using a framework that was developed in 1992, with a review of Radiocommunications Acts in 2002. The framework needs to be modernised to reflect changes in technology.

Enhancing Online Safety for Children

Start/End Date: January 22, 2014 09:00 AEDT to March 07, 2014 17:00 AEDT

We are asking for your views on how the Australian Government can best support parents and teachers in protecting children from harmful content and malicious and illegal online activities.

Consultation on draft carrier licence condition

Start/End Date: October 15, 2014 09:00 AEDT to December 14, 2014 17:00 AEDT

The Australian Government released a draft carrier licence condition on 15 October 2014. It applies to superfast broadband networks. The licence condition was to take effect from 1 January 2015 and remain in place for two years.

Telstra's migration plan

Start/End Date: December 16, 2014 09:00 AEDT to January 07, 2015 17:00 AEDT

Telstra needs a plan to make the changes that are needed. This is called a migration plan.

Digital television regulation

Start/End Date: January 27, 2015 16:00 AEDT to March 31, 2015 17:00 AEDT

We are reviewing the broadcasting regulatory framework to make sure it can accommodate the next wave of innovation in the media sector.

Carrier licence exemption to simplify carrier use of private telecommunications infrastructure

Start/End Date: August 28, 2014 09:00 AEST to October 07, 2014 17:00 AEDT

The Australian Government is interested in whether it can foster more efficient use of private telecommunications infrastructure by relaxing the carrier licence rules that would normally apply.

The proposed Telecommunications Deregulation Bill No.1 2014

Start/End Date: April 15, 2014 09:00 AEST to May 05, 2014 17:00 AEST

The Australian Government intends to reduce excessive regulation by $1 billion per year. The aim is to boost productivity and give businesses the flexibility to innovate in a globally competitive market.

Digital radio discussion paper

Start/End Date: December 24, 2013 09:00 AEDT to February 28, 2014 17:00 AEDT

The Department completed two statutory reviews into digital radio services in Australia in July 2015. As part of the review process, the Department released a digital radio discussion paper in December 2013. The consultation period for this paper has now ended.

Deregulation in the communications sector

Start/End Date: November 26, 2013 09:00 AEDT to December 18, 2013 17:00 AEDT

The Australian Government is committed to boosting productivity by reducing the cost to Australian business of red and green tape by $1 billion a year.

Telecommunications infrastructure in new developments

Start/End Date: December 11, 2014 11:30 AEDT to January 15, 2015 17:00 AEDT

The Australian Government has released for comment a draft policy paper on a new approach to the provision of telecommunications infrastructure in new developments.

Telecommunications regulatory arrangements

Start/End Date: March 24, 2014 09:00 AEDT to April 14, 2014 17:00 AEST

The NBN Expert panel sought views on telecommunications industry access arrangements. This was a requirement of the panel’s terms of reference.

Regulatory framing paper for the NBN

Start/End Date: February 13, 2014 09:00 AEDT to March 14, 2014 12:00 AEDT

The NBN Expert panel sought your views on what should be included in a regulatory framework for broadband.

Triple Zero (000) Review

Start/End Date: July 08, 2014 09:00 AEST to August 22, 2014 17:30 AEST

Triple Zero is currently a 'voice-only' service that’s been used since the service started in 1961. Part of the review will look at changing technologies and consumer expectations.

Proposed regulatory changes to help roll out faster broadband

Start/End Date: June 12, 2015 09:00 AEST to July 10, 2015 23:45 AEST

This consultation seeks feedback on proposed amendments to telecommunications carriers’ powers and immunities to support the rollout of high-speed broadband, including by NBN Co. The proposed changes cover low‑impact facilities which will be used in the rollout of the multi-technology mix (MTM) National Broadband Network (NBN).

NBN non-commercial services funding options

Start/End Date: May 08, 2015 09:00 AEST to June 01, 2015 17:00 AEST

The government is considering new ways that NBN fixed wireless and satellite services can be funded.

Mobile Black Spot Programme Discussion Paper

Start/End Date: December 16, 2013 09:00 AEDT to February 28, 2014 17:00 AEDT

The government is seeking comments from interested parties in response to the Discussion Paper for the Mobile Black Spot Programme. Submissions received will help inform the development of the programme, including the preferred programme design and delivery model.

Regional Telecommunications Review

Start/End Date: June 09, 2015 09:00 AEST to July 15, 2015 23:45 AEST

The Regional Telecommunications Independent Review Committee (RTIRC) is reviewing the adequacy of telecommunications services in regional, rural and remote parts of Australia and has released the 2015 Regional Telecommunications Review Issues Paper for public comment.

ACMA Review

Start/End Date: July 13, 2015 10:30 AEST to August 10, 2015 23:45 AEST

The Department of Communications is undertaking a review of the Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) and has released an issues paper for public comment.