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TasmaNet to upgrade Huon Region Communications

TasmaNet Media Statement 10.06.21 TasmaNet is proud to enable world-class connectivity to the Tahune Airwalk and Warra Ecosystem Observatory in southern Tasmania. As part of the second round of Regional Connectivity Program Grants from the Federal Government, The Hon Mark Coulton MP, Minister for Regional Health, Regional Communications and Local Government and Senator the Hon…


ICT Infrastructure Funding Welcomed

The commitment from Science & Technology Minister Michael Ferguson to invest $8.5m in the Tasmanian digital economy, has been welcomed by the Information, Communication and Technology’s peak industry body. TasICT Chief Executive Officer Steve Adermann believes many opportunities for businesses in Tasmania may open up as a result of the proposed $4.3m spend on developing…


Call to close Digital Divide

Members of the Tasmanian digital inclusion alliance including TasCOSS, TasICT, Beacon Foundation, The Smith Family, Carers Tasmania, COTA Tasmania, NILS Tasmania, Neighbourhood Houses Tasmania have joined forces to urge all political leaders to commit to policies and actions that improve digital access, affordability and ability to ensure no Tasmanian is left offline. TasCOSS CEO Adrienne Picone said Tasmania was the most digitally disadvantaged…


Wake Up Call

‘Breakfast with Grace’ is a wake up call with an important message. TasICT is proud to present a significant event with an inspiring guest speaker, Grace Tame. On January 26, the 2021 Australian of the Year title was awarded to Grace Tame who is the first Tasmanian to receive the honour. TasICT is thrilled that…


Putting It Out There

Local businesses in the ICT sector are being given the opportunity to showcase their innovations at a major event in Sydney courtesy of the Tasmanian Government. SMB Digital is a forum for small and medium business owners to better understand how they can utilise new technology to fortify their organisations for the future. The event…


Hello World – This is Tassie!

Tasmanian businesses looking to grow or re-establish their ‘off-island’ trade of products or services, are encouraged to apply for funding under the Accelerating Trade Grant Programme. Local operators can apply for up to $10,000 in matched funding to expand their presence and introduce Tasmanian products and services to the world with activities that will be…