Senator Stephen Conroy has this morning pressed the Department of Communications to confirm that a fibre-to-the-node (FTTN) scheme for the National Broadband Network would result in less revenue for the government.
Senator Kate Lundy supports legislation requiring minimum accessibility standards for content and communications services.
Australians will be able to access most government services online by December 2017 under the Rudd Government’s Digital First policy.
Stephen Conroy has been called a dalek, arrogant and a bully, but his achievements during his time as communications minister have also been lauded by some in the telco industry.
The National Broadband Network (NBN) will increase the advantages of employees working from home for many businesses, according to government and industry representatives.