• Commsday Regional and Policy Forum

    QT Hotel Canberra 1 London Cct, Canberra, ACT, Australia

    Australia’s telecom sector is at a turning point—grappling with new regulation, rising expectations and the next wave of infrastructure transformation.

    The CommsDay Regional and Policy Forum 2026 will bring together 300 leaders from government, industry and technology to explore how policy, investment and innovation can deliver resilient, inclusive and future-ready connectivity across the entire continent.

    Join us for two days of deep discussion on NBN futures, spectrum priorities, infrastructure economics, regional connectivity, and the emerging frontiers of satellite, edge and AI-driven networks.

    For agenda details and more information on the event, click here.

    For bookings to the event, click here.

  • Designing for Uptime: Power Resilience for WISP Networks in Regional and Remote Australia

    Online , Australia
    Virtual Event

    Join Valen Power online to discuss power resilience for WISP Networks in regional and remote Australia.

    For many wireless internet service providers, network reliability is increasingly shaped by power infrastructure—not just radios and spectrum.

    As WISP networks expand into regional and remote Australia, operators are facing longer outages, harsher environmental conditions, limited site access, and growing expectations around service continuity.

    This webinar is designed for WISP operators and technical leaders looking for grounded, field-tested insights into keeping networks online when access is difficult and reliability matters most.

    About Valen Power

    Valen Power partners with network operators to design and support reliable power systems for critical communications and telecommunications infrastructure. With experience across regional and remote Australia, Valen Power delivers practical backup, hybrid, and off-grid solutions that help keep networks online when access is limited and reliability matters most.

    For more details on Valen Power products, visit their website online here - https://valen.com.au/

  • SOCI Workshop: CIRMP Security Maturity Assessment and Evaluation Framework

    Online , Australia

    Learn how to assess, benchmark, and strengthen the maturity of the security effect of your CIRMP.

    Summary

    This workshop helps critical infrastructure entities assess, benchmark, and strengthen the maturity of the security effect of their Critical Infrastructure Risk Management Program (CIRMP) in line with the Security of Critical Infrastructure Act 2018. Learn how to evaluate your organisation’s protective security capabilities, identify areas for improvement, and demonstrate defensible, evidence-based assurance to Boards and regulators of the effort made to improve protective security performance viewed through the CIRMP.

    Event description

    A mature Critical Infrastructure Risk Management Program does not just exist — it evolves.

    Under the Security of Critical Infrastructure Act 2018 (SOCI Act) and its subordinate Rules, responsible entities must ensure their protective security arrangements are both effective and defensible. This workshop introduces a structured approach to measuring and improving CIRMP maturity, providing Boards and executives with a transparent, evidence-based understanding of how well their organisation’s security controls align with regulatory obligations, and guiding decision-making about future investment in response to evolving threats.

    Drawing on Pentagram Advisory’s tailored CIRMP Security Maturity Assessment and Evaluation Model, this session will guide participants through the principles of assessing current state, identifying gaps, prioritising uplift, and demonstrating compliance through measurable outcomes.

    What you will learn

    • The purpose and value of a security maturity model for CIRMP assessment
    • How to evaluate organisational maturity across key protective security domains
    • How CIRMP maturity levels link to compliance with the SOCI Act and subordinate Rules
    • Approaches for benchmarking, setting improvement goals, and tracking progress
    • How to communicate maturity results effectively to Boards and regulators
    • How to embed continuous improvement and business-as-usual resilience practices

    Key takeaway

    By the end of the session, participants will understand how to assess and determine how best to improve their CIRMP maturity in a structured, repeatable, and transparent way. The framework supports critical infrastructure entities in meeting regulatory expectations, building stakeholder confidence, and driving continuous improvement across governance, assurance, and protective security functions. This approach informs CIRMP-aligned investment planning.

    To register for this event - click here.

  • TP-Link Omada and Wifi Presentation

    Online , Australia
    Virtual Event

    Join WISPAU and TP-Link online to discuss the Omada system.

    The Omada ecosystem is a one-stop solution comprising several types of network devices, all managed through a unified interface.

    Access Points (APs): Provide business-class Wi-Fi with high performance and range, including options for indoor, outdoor, ceiling-mount, and wall-plate installations, supporting Wi-Fi 6 and Wi-Fi 7 standards.

    Switches: Offer flexible and cost-effective network solutions with powerful Layer 2 and Layer 3 features, Power over Ethernet (PoE) options, and multi-gigabit ports for wired connections.

    Gateways (Routers): Boast excellent data processing capabilities, multi-WAN load balancing, and a variety of high-security VPN options (SSL, IPsec, PPTP, L2TP, OpenVPN) to ensure stable and secure connectivity.

    Controllers: Act as the command center for the entire network. Users can choose between a free Software Controller (requires a PC/server to run), a dedicated Hardware Controller (e.g., TP-Link Omada OC200 or OC300), or a subscription-based Cloud-Based Controller for zero-touch provisioning and remote management.

    Join Kurt Liu , TP-Link Project Channel Account Manager online to discuss how the Omada system can be used to deliver managed services and connectivity to small to enterprise businesses.
    Kurt Liu - TP-Link
    Kurt Liu

  • ARCIA: Microwave Engineering Masterclass [Online short course] August 2026

    Online , Australia

    Learn how to Plan, Design and Operate Radio Networks.

    Microwave radio as a technology has been around for decades, but over the years it has transitioned from analogue to digital transmission systems and we have seen huge advances in equipment characteristics. This mix of old and new has resulted in a lot of confusion, with this course unraveling the mysteries of these multiple industry myths.

    At the end of this course, you will understand the overall microwave market with an update on current and future developments, including how to apply the latest planning standards.

    Microwave propagation is still analogue, and an in-depth understanding of microwave propagation and the various fading effects from weather variations is essential to designing, operating and maintaining a stable network. The new hardware improvements and features will be covered, as well as an in-depth look at antennas and the effects of interference in a digital network.

    There are lots of opportunities to apply the theory with practical examples and tutorials using a training calculator that has all the basic formulas that are embedded in industry planning software tools. This allows the participants to understand the input parameters to industry planning tools plus what the output sheets really mean.

    Course delivery: Online
    Date: 24 – 28 August 2026
    Time: 10.00 am – 12.30 pm AEST
    Duration: 5 x 2.5hr sessions (12.5hrs total)
    Cost: ARCIA Members = $1320 +GST; Non-member = $1650 +GST
    Trainer: Trevor Manning, TMC Global

    Tickets are limited to just 20 seats, so book quickly to avoid disappointment.

    Book now here >>

  • Comms Connect Melbourne: 14-15 October 2026

    Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre 1 Convention Centre Place, Melbourne, Vic, Australia

    Comms Connect brings together those who select, purchase, install and maintain professional and commercial radio communications and public safety equipment.

    Comms Connect is recognised as the major conference and expo for radio communications and public safety professionals in the Southern Hemisphere. Serious buyers with significant budgets from a broad range of industries, from marine and aviation to mining and emergency services, visit the event to network with their peers, learn from industry leaders, keep up to date with technology, catch up with existing suppliers and importantly, find new suppliers.

    Learn more at melbourne.comms-connect.com.au

    Pre-Conference Workshops: October 13, 2026
    Conference and Exhibition: October 14-15, 2026
    Venue: Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre, Melbourne, Australia