Public Safety

New tech to keep NSW communities connected after disasters

23 September, 2024

The NSW Government is rolling out a $5 million fleet of new technologies to provide backup connectivity for communities and emergency responders.


Pagers and walkie-talkies over cellphones — a security expert explains why Hezbollah went low-tech for communications

20 September, 2024

By shifting to low-tech devices, Hezbollah apparently sought an advantage against Israel's sophistication in tracking targets through their phones.


Govt to strength Triple Zero access in wake of Optus outage

11 September, 2024

Minister for Communications Michelle Rowland has announced a set of changes to improve industry accountability and strengthen public access to the Triple Zero service.


Revolutionising emergency response with Secure Multi-Organisation Data Sharing

09 September, 2024 | Supplied by: Connectivity Innovation Network

SMODS sets a new standard for secure and efficient data sharing in the realm of emergency services.


AI and the cloud's evolving role in public safety

01 September, 2024 by David Dennis* | Supplied by: Hexagon's Safety, Infrastructure & Geospatial division

In the public safety arena, the potential for AI to help reduce crime and improve response to emergencies is massive.


Pilot area launched for NZ PSN's LMR network

29 August, 2024

The small-scale digital LMR network will enable the emergency services to try out new radios and devices using different operational scenarios by connecting to eight digital radio sites.


Mobile app helps WA Police support family violence victims

27 August, 2024 | Supplied by: Motorola Solutions

The Western Australia Police Force is helping its frontline police officers provide better support for victims of family violence through a smart mobile application dubbed PSCore.


Mitel Xpert multi-line communication solution

09 August, 2024 | Supplied by: Mitel Networks

The Mitel Xpert terminal, model 6010p, supports up to 600 lines and integrates seamlessly with existing enterprise telephony solutions using its IP-based, SIP-supported architecture.


Embracing new technology in emergency comms centres improves public safety

07 August, 2024 by David Dennis | Supplied by: Hexagon's Safety, Infrastructure & Geospatial division

David Dennis explains how technology can help alleviate some of the burdens currently faced by Australia's emergency service contact centres.


NSW Govt upgrades RFS vehicles with VaaN

07 August, 2024

The NSW Government is preparing for the upcoming bushfire season with the rollout of new firefighting tankers and cutting-edge satellite technology to keep crews more connected and safer during emergencies.


Global 5G connections reach nearly 2 billion

29 July, 2024

The global adoption of 5G connections continued its steady climb in the first quarter of 2024, reaching nearly 2 billion.


AMTA launches 'Check my Device' tool ahead of 3G shutdown

10 July, 2024

The tool uses a mobile phone's unique International Mobile Equipment Identity number to determine if it will be supported on all three Australian mobile networks once 3G closes.


Samsung completes Australia's first demo of MC-PTT solutions

21 June, 2024 by Yong Chang* and Matthieu Guyot^, Samsung Electronics | Supplied by: Samsung

Samsung has powered an ongoing trial of its Mission Critical Push-to-X (MCPTX) solution to help Australia with its Public Safety Mobile Broadband (PSMB) efforts.


Telstra opens Public Safety Experience Centre on Gold Coast

13 June, 2024

Open to visitors by appointment, the centre will offer live demonstrations of a variety of public safety capabilities enabled by Telstra's network.


CGI joins program to deliver UK's Emergency Services Network

29 May, 2024 by Lauren Davis

Consulting firm CGI has been selected as the Technology Delivery Partner for the Emergency Services Mobile Communications Programme across England, Scotland and Wales.


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