NZ's Public Safety Network launches cellular roaming service
27 July, 2023The multi-network cellular roaming service for emergency services is the first PSN service delivered on budget and on schedule by Next Generation Critical Communications.
Significant costs to UK emergency services as ESN delayed
25 July, 2023Significant costs are being created for emergency services by the UK Government's failure to deliver a replacement communication network, according to a new report.
$3.6m project to connect NSW communities during disasters
11 July, 2023The NSW Telco Authority will deliver two initiatives aimed at improving digital connectivity for impacted communities during and after natural disasters.
Tasmanian Government Radio Network officially launches
07 July, 2023The Tasmanian Government and Telstra hosted a launch event this week to officially inaugurate the Tasmanian Government Radio Network (TasGRN).
NZ Police's radio network withstands cyclone-strength winds and rain
27 June, 2023 | Supplied by: MiMOMax Wireless LtdThe New Zealand Police's Mimomax voice linking network on the East Coast of the North Island was put to the test in February when Cyclone Gabrielle struck.
ACMA reviewing public safety class licence 4.9 GHz band
23 June, 2023 | Supplied by: Australian Radio Communications Industry AssociationBack in 2013, the ACMA allocated 50 MHz of spectrum at 4.9 GHz for public safety purposes. Class licences must be reviewed every 10 years, so the present licence expires in October of this year.
Transition to Tasmanian Government Radio Network begins soon
09 June, 2023The $763m network has been built on a feature-rich platform providing a range of capabilities, including secure, encrypted communications for emergency service workers.
Sepura SC23 hand-portable TETRA radio
02 June, 2023 | Supplied by: SepuraSepura has launched the SC23, a robust hand-portable TETRA radio with a reduced keypad and streamlined feature set of core TETRA functionality.
Govt announces enhanced comms for emergencies and disasters
02 June, 2023The Australian Government is rolling out a new cell broadcast National Messaging System (NMS) to enhance how the Commonwealth delivers emergency messages.
Nokia drone system employed for Belgian first responders
23 May, 2023Nokia has announced a contract with Belgian telecom operator Citymesh to supply its Nokia Drone Networks platform with 70 drone-in-a-box (DiaB) units.
Australian drone technology takes flight globally
10 May, 2023Aerologix is releasing its automated flight path technology globally, which will soon include additional communication features for potential uses in disaster management.
Network slicing in emergency services
01 May, 2023 by John Hopping, Principal Architect Asia Pacific, Cradlepoint | Supplied by: Cradlepoint Australia Pty LtdGood news is on the way — the latest technology, in the form of 5G network slicing, will represent a tangible shift in the connectivity landscape.
Reminder: changes to 800 MHz trunked spectrum
01 May, 2023 | Supplied by: Australian Radio Communications Industry AssociationIf you or your clients have trunked radio systems operating on the 800 MHz spectrum (Motorola, Tetra or GE format), then they must change frequencies.
Communication Support Vehicle donated to Paris Fire Brigade
27 April, 2023Eutelsat Communications has made a donation to the Paris Fire Brigade, equipping a Communication Support Vehicle with the latest in connectivity infrastructure.
New ETSI standard supports multimedia emergency comms
18 April, 2023Next-generation core services allow citizens to utilise multimedia emergency communication (voice, photos, video, text) to contact the relevant emergency call centre.
