New Zealand places a moratorium on new AM/FM spectrum licences
16 January, 2026New Zealand's Radio Spectrum Management agency has announced a moratorium on new AM and FM licences, beginning 20 February 2026.
KernWi-Fi engineers carrier-grade Yaesu IMRS network
16 January, 2026A South Australian independent telco says it has successfully delivered Australia's first carrier-grade Yaesu IMRS (Internet-linked Multi-Repeater System) network.
Space-based RF detection reports hidden vessel activity in disputed waters
14 January, 2026Two Unseenlabs RF detection campaigns have revealed 92% of vessel activity in the West Philippine Sea went unreported by AIS, including a Chinese Coast Guard ship that went dark.
Hytera P50E smart PoC radio
17 December, 2025 | Supplied by: Hytera Communications Co. LtdThe P50E is designed to simplify patrol operations with built-in NFC, allowing fast check-ins.
Fleet comms enhanced for Alaskan fishing company
16 December, 2025 | Supplied by: Inrico Technologies Co LtdInrico has delivered a customised communication system to the company, addressing the unique challenges of distant-water operations in high-latitude environments.
Icom IC-F3600D/IC-F4600D Series VHF and UHF digital handheld transceivers
16 December, 2025 | Supplied by: Icom Australia Pty LtdThe series features a 1.8″ colour display supporting multiple languages, plus advanced connectivity with smart functionality featuring Bluetooth Classic and Bluetooth LE.
Datalink Systems DataGate data management platform
15 December, 2025 | Supplied by: 31 SouthDatalink's flagship DataGate platform integrates a vast array of tracking devices — across LMR radios, cellular networks and satellites — into a single, hardware-agnostic SaaS ecosystem.
Customised rugged tech shaping the next era of defence comms
11 December, 2025 by Yahya Sacma* | Supplied by: Getac Technology CorpRugged computing platforms are becoming central to how armed forces protect communication integrity, with a growing emphasis on customisation.
Hytera S1 E two-way radio
03 December, 2025 | Supplied by: Hytera Communications Co. LtdHytera has expanded its S Series with the S1 E — a business-ready, palm-sized two-way radio designed specifically for the retail sector.
RFI CDR2795-ISM900 collinear antenna
02 December, 2025 | Supplied by: RFI Technology SolutionsRFI's ISM 6 dBi collinear antenna delivers high gain and optimised operation through advanced construction methods and band-specific tuning.
GME XRS-390CAG UTV Pack for agricultural environments
28 November, 2025 | Supplied by: GME Pty LtdGME has launched a product built specifically for rural and agricultural conditions: the XRS-390CAG UTV Pack.
m-View Altitude Digital Evidence Management System
27 November, 2025 | Supplied by: Tait Communicationsm-View's Digital Evidence Management System (DEMS) is a secure system that maintains full chain-of-custody records from the moment footage is captured.
A guide to aquatic survival this summer
26 November, 2025 | Supplied by: GME Pty LtdWhile most Australians are planning aquatic adventures this summer, less than a third are confident they could rescue themselves in an aquatic emergency.
ACMA releases latest five-year spectrum outlook
21 November, 2025The ACMA has released its Five-year spectrum outlook (FYSO) 2025–30, providing an overview of technology, market and policy drivers likely to shape spectrum demand over the next five years.
It is possible to beam up quantum signals, scientists find
12 November, 2025Quantum satellites currently beam entangled particles of light from space down to ground stations for ultra-secure communications, but it is also possible to send these signals upward.
