Spectrum
Spectrum refers to electromagnetic spectrum – the resource that allows us to send wireless signals. Most electronic devices we use today, including smartphones, satellites, tablets, televisions, radio and radars rely on spectrum frequencies to carry information. We advise the Australian Government about how this scarce resource can be managed effectively and efficiently.
Digital dividend spectrum
Australia’s 'digital dividend' is the spectrum that was freed up for new uses by the switch from analogue to digital television.
International Radiocommunications
We lead Australia's engagement on international radiocommunication issues.
Wireless audio devices
Many wireless audio devices—such as wireless microphones—were retuned or replaced by the start of 2015 because of changes in...
Spectrum reform
This page details the reform of the Radiocommunications Act 1992, and the Spectrum Pricing and Commonwealth Holdings review.
Interference to radio...
The Australian Government has strict rules in place to try to avoid interference with emergency services communications and for...
Spectrum For Government Use
The Australian Government is a large user of spectrum for important public service provision and continually identifies and...
Spectrum licences
The Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) issues spectrum licences and manages the reallocation and renewal...
5G and EME
Learn more about the use of electromagnetic energy (EME) and 5G in wireless services and how they are regulated in Australia.
What's new
Spectrum
Be on the lookout for misinformation that falsely links 5G to COVID-19.
Spectrum
A 1 GHz allocation limit has been announced for spectrum in the 26 GHz band.
Spectrum
The Government has released its policy objectives for the 850 MHz and 900 MHz bands.
Spectrum
Change is being delivered for a more efficient and transparent spectrum management framework for Australia.
Policies (Spectrum)
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This page outlines the outcomes of the consultation on the exposure draft of the Radiocommunications Legislation Amendment (Reform and Modernisation) Bill