In the season finale of Tech Hub Talk, host Joshua Groch is joined by Kristen Coggan, Community Engagement Manager at the Regional Tech Hub. They dive into a topic that’s crucial for rural and regional Australia: connectivity resilience during natural disasters.

Kristen shares expert tips on preparing for connectivity outages, from keeping power banks charged to downloading emergency apps. Drawing from her firsthand experience with NBN Local’s response to the devastating 2022 Northern Rivers floods, Kristen provides a behind-the-scenes look at how organisations help restore communications during crises.

Whether you’re looking for disaster preparation advice, curious about how telcos respond, or want to improve your communication resilience, this episode is packed with actionable tips and real stories to empower you.

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In this episode of Tech Hub Talk, host Joshua Groch chats with Wendy Hick — a seasoned advocate for rural communications and cattle grazier at Thorntonia Station — about the critical role of connectivity in emergency preparedness for remote regions of Australia.

Wendy shares her first-hand experiences navigating major natural disasters, including severe flooding in 2019 and 2023, and discusses:

✅ How to build connectivity redundancies on your property

✅ The role of emerging technologies like satellite solutions and GPS personal beacons

✅ Practical advice for staying connected during emergencies

Whether you're looking to enhance connectivity resilience at your place or curious about how remote stations manage crises, this episode offers valuable insights.

For more rural, regional, and remote connectivity resources, visit the Regional Tech Hub’s website at ⁠⁠regionaltechhub.org.au⁠⁠.

In this episode of Tech Hub Talk, we sit down with Telstra’s Regional Australian Executive, Loretta Willaton, to explore the 3G shutdown from the Telco's perspective. With nearly 30 years of experience, Loretta shares:

✅ The behind-the-scenes planning of the 3G shutdown

✅ The challenges of transitioning rural communities to new technologies

✅ The future of connectivity, including direct-to-handset satellite technology

Loretta also reflects on the challenges and successes of managing one of Australia’s largest telecom transitions, offering practical advice for those navigating the shift.

Whether you’re impacted by the 3G shutdown or curious about the next big thing in regional connectivity, this episode is a must-listen.

For more rural, regional, and remote connectivity resources, visit the Regional Tech Hub’s website at ⁠regionaltechhub.org.au⁠.

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