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Virgin’s Qatar flights would be allowed, says Transport Department

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February 10, 2025
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In response to a letter from the International Air Services Commission (IASC), Jim Wolfe, assistant secretary of the department’s International Aviation Branch, said the proposed 28 weekly flights to Doha would be permitted according to the terms of bi…

United Airlines Eyes Washington-Palma de Mallorca Flights After Newark Connection

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February 10, 2025
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United’s summer seasonal service between Newark and Palm de Mallorca is doing so well that the season will be extended by one month.

Voters send Allan government a message in Werribee by-election

Helen Carrie
February 10, 2025
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Voters in Melbourne’s outer west have sent a message to Jacinta Allan’s government by abandoning Labor at the Werribee by-election.

cyber security

Globe Telecom signs data sharing deal with GoTyme to fight fraud

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February 10, 2025
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Philippine telco Globe Telecom says it has signed a data-sharing agreement (DSA) with digital bank GoTyme in a move meant to combat digital fraud and other online financial crimes.

Sports Minister Anika Wells defends Australian soccer star Sam Kerr

Helen Carrie
February 10, 2025
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Sports Minister Anika Wells has expressed support for Australian football star Sam Kerr as the Chelsea FC player faces trial for racial harassment charges in the UK.

‘280% increase’ – New power data exposes Chris Bowen

Helen Carrie
February 10, 2025
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It is a 280% increase in the cost of electricity since Labor took office.

High speed rail finally gaining momentum

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February 10, 2025
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The High Speed Rail Authority has been working closely with the broader sector to understand how it can best deliver this project. Image: altocumulus/adobestock.com.au

If you ask someone to take on the role of Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the new High Speed Rail Authority (HSRA), they might be overwhelmed by the sheer scale of the work that needs to be done. Not Tim Parker. A project that has been in the works for at least 30 years is […]

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Optical & Fixed Networks

Puntonet Ecuador taps Nokia for 10G upgrade now, 25GPON later

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February 10, 2025
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Nokia announced on Friday that it has signed a deal with internet service provider Puntonet Ecuador to upgrade its fibre broadband network to 10G, with an eye towards 25GPON in the future.

Newcastle Airport again slaps down financial speculation

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February 10, 2025
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The airport has again rejected reporting by the Newcastle Herald that it is in financial trouble after an article claimed it had been forced to “go cap in hand” to Defence asking to have its rent excused, but was knocked back.

Humanitarian Comms

Eutelsat renews TSF partnership, hits Partner2Connect target early

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February 10, 2025
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Satellite operator Eutelsat has renewed its partnership with Télécoms Sans Frontières (TSF) to supply satellite connectivity for the NGO’s operations, while separately announcing it has hit its ITU Partner2Connect target of connecting 1 million people …