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Gift ideas
Tech the halls with Christmas gifts for everyoneChristmas Sale's now over but with such great year-round deals on phones, plans, accessories, gaming and everything else, you'll think it's Christmas every day!
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Gift ideas
Keep cool, connected and covered this summerGet ready for summer! From reliable coverage and travel tech essentials to savings on devices and plans, discover how to make the most of your holidays.
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Sustainability
Delivering a sense of security for vulnerable Australians during natural disastersDiscover how Get ePrepared empowers Australians to safeguard vital documents digitally, building resilience against climate disasters and legal challenges.
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Streaming
8 movies to light up your holidays with Disney+The holiday season is upon us, and there’s no better way to celebrate than by snuggling up with some fantastic movies on Disney+.
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Gift ideas
The deals keep comingHold tight, Black Friday 2025 is coming. Until then, click the article link to check out year-round great deals on phones, plans, accessories and more.
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Gift ideas
Telstra Plus + great offers = what's not to love?Black Friday is over (for now). Click the article link to visit Telstra Plus for year-round offers on appliances, devices, accessories and more in our Rewards Store.
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Streaming
Why you’ll love the My Telstra appManaging your Telstra services has never been easier. The My Telstra app puts everything you need in one convenient place and is loaded with features to save you time and effort.
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Streaming
Blockbuster movie night ideas with Disney+With a wide range of movies and series, you can enjoy magical stories, thrilling adventures, and heartwarming moments that everyone will love.
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Online safety
Helping to keep young people social media safeExplore how social media can affect children and teens and learn ways to help keep kids safe in the digital world.
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Telstra Foundation
Young people share their views on social media’s impactAs discussions about the role of social media in the lives of young people continue to gain momentum, we asked two members of Telstra Foundation's Youth Advisory Council for their thoughts on it all.
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Streaming
Listen to the music you love, ad-freeIf you're an existing Telstra customer, did you know that you can add Spotify Premium Individual onto your bill? Or that you can earn Telstra Plus points while you're at it? Learn why Spotify Premium is a must-have addition to your soundtrack for life.
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Digital parenting
Growing up in a digital playground: keeping it safe and funPick up some great practical tips to help your family thrive in the digital world.
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Online safety
Cyber myths bustedHow cyber savvy are you? It's Cyber Awareness Month, which makes it a great time to test - and improve your cyber security knowledge to help you and your family stay safer online.
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Online safety
Why mobile security is more important than everHackers and scams are facts of digital life. So how do you protect your loved ones online? If you're a family of Telstra mobile customers, your security game just went up a notch with Device Security Essentials. Better yet, it's free in the My Telstra app.
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Digital parenting
Game on: making online gaming fun and healthyTeaching your kids healthy gaming habits puts their mental health and wellbeing front and centre and helps foster a more balanced digital life.
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Digital literacy
Helping kids evaluate online contentTrue or false? Teaching kids how to use their critical thinking skills to evaluate online content is one of the most important steps in helping them become informed digital citizens.
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Partnerships
Kooya and Telstra win Supplier Diversity Partnership of the Year Award 2024This prestigious award jointly recognises organisations that have worked in partnership to contribute to the growth of the First Nations business sector.
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Diversity
Empowering Women in Tech: my leadership journey at TelstraNavigating the dynamic landscape of technology, I've carved out a place for myself within Telstra, an organization that not only embraces but also champions women in STEM fields. My journey to leadership in tech at Telstra is a testament to the company’s commitment to diversity, mentorship, and professional development. As a woman tech leader, I want to share my experiences, the support I have received, and offer advice to other women aspiring to climb the ranks in this thrilling, yet challenging industry.
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Careers
Empowering Women in STEM: my journey at TelstraIn an industry where innovation is the currency, diversity is the powerhouse. As a woman in STEM at Telstra, I've seen firsthand how an inclusive culture not only supports but accelerates professional growth and technological advancement. Telstra's commitment to nurturing women in tech and engineering roles is not just about hitting targets; it's about creating an environment where every voice is heard, and every idea can take shape.
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Wellbeing
Overcoming barriers to youth mental health accessTo help recognise World Mental Health Day on 10 October, The Telstra Foundation is partnering with non-profits using technology to tackle mental health for young people.
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Guides
Your one-stop, iPhone 16 accessory shopYour iPhone 16 is amazing, but it gets even better with the right accessories. Check out our top picks for cases, screen protectors, and chargers to make your iPhone the envy of them all.
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Devices
Unboxing the iPhone 16 and its perfect companionsApple has unveiled the iPhone 16, and we’re here to guide you through everything you need to know to get started. From setup tips to must-have accessories, we’ve got you covered to make the most out of your new device.
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Guides
Stay connected abroad with International RoamingIt's easy to stay connected while you're travelling overseas with our International Roaming service. Use your Australian mobile number for calls, texts, and data in eligible destinations without swapping SIM cards.
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Guides
4 ways to recharge your pre-paid mobile serviceOur pre-paid services let you stay connected anywhere, anytime. Let's explore the benefits and why Telstra pre-paid recharge could be your perfect match.
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Sustainability
How we’re interacting with nature on a daily basisWe believe technology is critical to protecting, conserving and regenerating nature. As Australia's largest telco, we have a responsibility to protect Australia's natural assets for generations to come.
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Sustainability
Helping reduce our supply chain emissionsWe work closely with our suppliers to help lower our carbon emissions which come from the full range of products and services we offer you.
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Sustainability
How we're reducing our impact on climate changeWe’re reducing our carbon emissions across our business and lifting the amount of renewable energy supplying the Australian grid.
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Devices
Pixel perfection: unboxing your new Pixel 9 Series phoneReady to embrace the perfection of your new Pixel 9 Series phone showcasing the best of Google AI? Follow our easy steps to get you up and running on Australia's best mobile network.
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Accessibility and inclusion
How great tech (and great people) gave Amala the power to ‘hear more’ than her hearing colleaguesAmala Priya Shankar recalls the rollercoaster of hurdles and opportunities, setbacks and possibilities that led her to a new country, a rewarding career at Telstra – and a boundless appetite for helping others.
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Careers
Donating blood and making a big difference, together.Telstra is a proud supporter of the Australian Red Cross Lifeblood. We believe we can make a difference together. We are dedicated to creating a community within Telstra that supports a great cause, particularly because ongoing shortages make the need for consistent and continual donations an imperative.
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Devices
The Telstra Trade-In trickDid you know that you can trade in a range of devices with Telstra for credit on your Telstra account, and help reduce e-waste at the same time? Learn how you can do this with Telstra's Trade-In program.
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Telstra Foundation
Connecting young people: a look at technology access and mental health services for young AustraliansTelstra Foundation is welcoming more amazing non-profit organisations through our Young & Connected fund, who will deliver projects connecting vulnerable children and young people to the digital world.
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Telstra Foundation
We’re backing ‘digital people’ with lifesaving messagesTelstra Foundation is a founding partner of Humanitech, (an initiative of the Australian Red Cross). We’re so proud of the Humanitech Lab innovation program. The program has supported Kara Technologies to deliver a ground-breaking technology, that uses ‘digital people’ to deliver vital information to vulnerable Deaf citizens, during natural disasters.
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Digital parenting
Balancing screen time for familiesStruggling to manage screen time for your family? Learn practical tips to balance digital habits, ensuring your kids’ online safety and wellbeing.
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Digital literacy
Teaching kids digital etiquetteLearn the importance of netiquette and follow our handy tips to help your kids become good digital citizens.
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Digital literacy
Why digital literacy matters for parents and carersEquip yourself with digital literacy skills to guide your children safely through the digital world.
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Community
Yasmin's story: Paying it forward in Wongatha CountryI was lucky enough to be one of 10 Telstra employees nominated by Product & Technology and selected to participate in the inaugural On-Country Exchange Program hosted by Indigenous Desert Alliance (IDA) and Goldfields Esperance Rangers (GACS). The trip was facilitated by Telstra’s First Nations Directorate and funded by the Telstra Foundation
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Accessibility and inclusion
An Australian inventor giving the world to people with profound disabilitiesDr. Jordan Nguyen, Australian inventor, is revolutionising tech for people with profound disability with support from Telstra Foundation
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Support
Enjoy flexible payment options on the latest techTime to upgrade your phone or mobile device? Need new audio or accessories? With four different ways to pay, we're helping make technology more affordable. Just choose the method that suits you.
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Telstra Foundation
Empowering children and young people onlineOur Young & Connected fund is supporting non-profit organisations to expand digital opportunities for Australian children and young people.
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Workplace
Essential tips for working from homeOur guide gives you top tips on setting up a comfy workspace, staying safe online, keeping track of time and looking after your eyes.
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Devices
Set up your Samsung Galaxy Z Series phoneAre you the proud owner of the new Samsung Galaxy Z Flip6 or Fold6? Congratulations. Follow our quick set-up guide to get the best from your device on Australia's best mobile network.
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Devices
How to set up your new iPhone 15Follow our easy guide to get you up and running with your new iPhone from the iPhone 15 series. Whether you’re looking to transfer data from your previous phone or activate a new SIM or eSIM, we’ve got you covered.
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Regional and remote
Local sides score with Telstra Footy Country GrantsTelstra Footy Country Grants will provide $8 million funding over four years to clubs across Australia.
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Wi-Fi
Portable Wi-Fi: 8 reasons to use mobile broadbandLooking for Wi-Fi you can take with you? Maybe you want to replace or supplement your home internet? Mobile broadband could be the answer. A data plan gives you all the mobile broadband you need on a compatible device like a tablet or iPad. Not to mention the freedom to go anywhere and stay connected.
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Devices
Stop searching: the Google Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro are awesomeWhat’s better than one Google Pixel? You guessed it: both the Google Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro will become your new favourites.
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Telstra Foundation
Telstra Foundation: bringing more young people into the digital worldOur Young & Connected fund is supporting non-profit organisations to expand digital opportunities for Australian children and young people.
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Sustainability
How we’re recycling old modems to make new onesOur new 5G Modem 2 is made from 95% recycled plastics with the aim to include up to 30% recycled plastics sourced from old modems.
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Devices
Set up your new iPhone 12Superfast 5G, A14 Bionic chip, Night mode camera and beautiful Super Retina XDR display – it’s no wonder you can’t wait to unwrap your new iPhone 12. Here's everything you need to know to get up and running quickly.
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Telstra Foundation
Introducing Telstra Foundation's Youth Advisory CouncilTelstra Foundation’s new Youth Advisory Council is an incredibly diverse group of young people from 12-20 years of age. We’re giving them a platform to tell us what they think about digital technology. They’re our ears on the ground and eyes into the future.
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Online safety
Keeping kids safe onlineThe internet is brimming with resources to help keep your kids safe online. We've collected a few that are useful, educational - and fun!
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nbn
How to switch to a Telstra nbn plan: a simple guideSwitching to a new NBN provider can seem daunting, but with Telstra, the process is straightforward. Here’s an updated guide on how to switch to a Telstra nbn plan.
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Gift ideas
Travel tech essentials for your next tripPacking your bags? When it comes to all the best in travel technology, we've got you covered. From noise-cancelling earphones to portable chargers, we'll show you what to take.
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Digital inclusion
Understanding digital inclusion in remote First Nations communitiesResearch from two important projects has come together to give the public and decision makers our most comprehensive picture yet of the digital inclusion gaps faced by First Nations people in remote communities.
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Telstra Foundation
Drawing on hard facts to protect Aussie teens from spurious storiesWith support from Telstra Foundation, Alannah & Madeline Foundation is delivering essential media literacy education for secondary students, through an innovative, gamified resource that reflects their real world experiences.
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Gift ideas
Perfect Mother's Day gifts for the perfect MumMother's Day is just around the corner and what better way to honour the incredible women who shape our lives than with the gift of connection.
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Telstra Foundation
How to add digital mental health apps to your self-care toolkitThe Telstra Foundation is a long-standing partner of Orygen Digital, the technology division of Australia’s leading youth mental health organisation and the creators of Mello. The Foundation’s philanthropic support helps Orygen Digital translate their research and development into real world outcomes for young people.
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Wellbeing
Mello: Your pocket guide to positive mental healthThe Telstra Foundation has partnered with Orygen Digital to support them in developing their ground breaking app for young people – Mello.
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Tech for seniors
Even the chooks are happy: how simple digital skills can enhance quality of life for seniorsToday’s seniors need essential digital skills for so many different aspects of everyday life – including being able to buy chicken feed online!
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Sustainability
5 easy ways to lower your household emissionsWondering what you can do to help lower your impact on climate change? Here are our five top tips to get you started – and they all start at home.
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Partnerships
One Stop One Story hub: the pilot program making support easierFor customers experiencing vulnerability or hardship, our partnership with the One Stop One Story hub makes support more streamlined and less stressful.
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Telstra Foundation
Psykinetic: bringing autonomy to young people living with profound disabilityTelstra Foundation has partnered with Psykinetic to help deliver AURA, a wheelchair-mountable computing device and the ‘StarGaze’ app platform. Together, they will improve independence and connection for young people living with severe and profound disability.
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Wellbeing
Our top tips for using technology to boost your wellbeingThere are tons of ways to get the most out of your devices that don't require you to be glued to your screen. Let's explore some tips for using the latest gadgets to enhance your mental and physical wellness.
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Telstra Foundation
Maya Cares: supporting women of colour who face racismWith funding from Telstra Foundation, Australian Red Cross’ Humanitech Lab is addressing the biases that stand in the way of a genuinely equitable society. One of those projects is Maya Cares, a chatbot platform built to empower Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, Black and Women of Colour.
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Devices
How to use Telstra Pre-Paid for international callsOur Pre-Paid plans give you great benefits like unlimited calls and texts to standard Australian numbers, a choice of data amounts and data rollover. But you can also use your Telstra Pre-Paid Mobile plan to call and text overseas from Australia.
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Accessibility and inclusion
Why accessibility should never be an afterthoughtConstructive conversations about accessibility begin by asking people who face the frustrations of exclusion every day, says Telstra Senior Accessibility Specialist Brady March.
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Education
Telstra Foundation: turning online safety into classroom funWith support from Telstra Foundation, the Alannah & Madeline Foundation is delivering a suite of play-based activities for childhood educators to teach young children about technologies, digital networks and online safety.
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Online safety
Helping young people with safer internet useFor Safer Internet Day, we take a look at some of the great initiatives from our Telstra Foundation partners, who are delivering programs, that help to create a safer experience for young people using the internet.
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Telstra Foundation
Alannah & Madeline: helping fight fake newsDeepfakes to deceitful bots, Telstra Foundation’s partner is keeping it real for kids, pre-school to Year 10.
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Digital parenting
Spacetalk Adventurer 2: the smartwatch that helps keep your kids safeWith the next-gen Spacetalk Adventurer 2 smartwatch you can stay connected your own way with video, talk and text.
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Devices
iPhone 15 cases and other must-have accessoriesYou’ve got your iPhone 15. Now how about a few new extras to go with it?
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Education
Telstra Foundation’s Moonhack 2023: a stellar successWe’ve had a record breaking response to Moonhack 2023 - our flagship program for getting kids coding.
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Accessibility and inclusion
Our top five takeouts from 21 years of youth-focused philanthropyFor 21 years, the Telstra Foundation has supported young people to build their digital capacity, here’s our top five takeaways.
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Accessibility and inclusion
Winning big at the Australian Access AwardsWe’ve just won Corporate Website of the Year. Being recognised for creating exceptional digital experiences for anyone living with disability is just the beginning.
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Accessibility and inclusion
Unmasked: what a supportive workplace means to meWhen she joined Telstra, Cassandra Lutzko found support for neurodiverse employees and the space to finally take off her mask.
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Accessibility and inclusion
How a little self-empathy led to my new career with TelstraA supportive team environment, regular mentoring and self-reflection have enabled Marcus Helvig to put some unique skills to work in the digital development space.
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Devices
How to choose the best iPhone for youThere are many iPhone models on the market. But which one do you pick?
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AI
New tech putting mental health support in the hands of young peopleWe know mental health is a growing concern for young people. That’s why the Telstra Foundation is partnering with non-profits using technology to tackle the issue.
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Tech for seniors
Sociable seniors find old friends by investing in more screen timeWhen COVID arrived, Social Seniors provided a platform for much-needed connections and wonderful interactions.
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Telstra Foundation
Planting new life with AITelstra Foundation is a founding partner of Humanitech, (an initiative of the Australian Red Cross). This year the Humanitech Lab innovation program is supporting innovative drone-planting company AirSeed.
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Education
A little Australian club that’s helping children around the world prepare for the jobs of tomorrowCode Club Australia is getting ready to launch Moonhack for 2023. We’re taking a look at what it’s all about and how it went last year.
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Regional and remote
Vehicle leasing accelerates support for First Nations communitiesWhen Telstra’s fleet service managers met the proprietors of the First Nations fleet financing company, Kooya at the 2018 Supply Nation Connect event, the teams made such an impression on each other it wasn’t long before Kooya was leasing 20 Toyota LandCruisers to Telstra for our remote Western Australian operations.
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Telstra Foundation
Wear It Purple Day 2023: Embracing diversity and empowering LGBTQIA+ peopleThis Wear it Purple Day we’re checking in with two of our Telstra Foundation’s partners who do amazing work supporting LGBTQIA+ people, to see what the day means to them.
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Tech for seniors
Visual tech training brings new opportunities within range for the deaf communityClasses in digital technologies have opened a vital door for thousands of Australian seniors. But for those facing the communication barriers associated with deafness and age-related hearing loss, the benefits can be even more profound.
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nbn
Moving your existing Telstra home internetWant to make moving house a little easier? Book your Telstra home internet move well ahead of time for the best chance of having your existing service reconnected at your new home on a day that suits you.
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Telstra Foundation
We're imagining a connected world where all young people can thriveTechnology offers young people unprecedented opportunities to thrive. Telstra is helping unlock this potential with $2.5M in Young & Connected grants to 12 exceptional partners - ultimately reaching over quarter of a million young people.
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Telstra Foundation
Can technology make society more equitable? Humanitech and the Telstra Foundation believe it canThis NAIDOC week we’re taking a closer look at Humanitech partner Hold Access. They are delivering an innovative program helping to create equity for First Nations people, by giving them control of their digital identity.
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Telstra Foundation
Telstra Foundation and Big hART: teaming up to build digital skills for young peopleTelstra Foundation proudly partners with Big hART's NEO-Learning platform, codeveloped with First Nations youth. Digital creators from Roebourne share digital art lessons with over 5,000 students nationwide.
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5G
Your home internet choices explained: nbn and 5G Home InternetSo, you’re looking to get internet for your home. Or you already have internet at home, but you’re curious if you nailed your choice… or if you could get something better. Let’s explore your home internet options and see if we can figure it out.
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Online safety
What is cyber security and safety? Things you need to knowCyber crime may be on the rise but so are cyber security and safety measures taken by the government and companies. And there’s lots you can do to protect yourself, too. To get you started towards a safer and more secure online experience, let’s explore some key terms.
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Coverage
The Internet's tech jargon explainedLooking for the best internet option and finding a bunch of tech jargon? We’ll explain what the internet is and demystify some common terms for you!
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Gaming
Get the scoop on the latest Xbox Series XGet the inside story on the most powerful gaming console ever, Xbox Series X with 12 teraflops, ultra-fast load times, 8K resolution and 30 new game titles.
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Gaming
Get your game plan off the ground with TelstraCloud gaming. You’ve heard about it, but what is it? If you want to learn more about one of Australia’s fastest growing forms of entertainment, then let's play.
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Gift ideas
Exceptional gifts for the number one man in your lifeSporty, musical, creative, business-y (and yes, even nerdy), we have amazing gifts for every kind of dad, brother, hubby, boyfriend, uncle, granddad. Go on, spoil him rotten.
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Devices
Get started with your new iPhone 13Huge upgrades to the camera systems, lightning-fast A15 Bionic chip, a big leap in battery life and brighter Super Retina XDR displays are just some of the things you can look forward to when you unbox your brand new iPhone 13 or iPhone 13 Pro. Our easy guide will get you up and running, fast.
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Devices
Oppo Find X3 Pro 5G ReviewOPPO has released its new flagship phone, the OPPO Find X3 Pro 5G. It features high-end technology and some spectacular innovations. But does it succeed in its ambition to rival other Android flagship phones? Let's look closer and find out.
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nbn
Know your HFCs and FTTPs: Making sense of nbn technologyGet to know the different technologies being used to roll out the nbn network.
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Devices
Beach-proofing your phone: tips and tricks from TelstraSun, surf and sand - bliss for you but a potential disaster for your mobile phone. How do you have a glorious day at the beach and come home with your phone intact? Here are a few tips and tricks that might help.
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Guides
Your one-stop, iPhone 16 accessory shopYour iPhone 16 is amazing, but it gets even better with the right accessories. Check out our top picks for cases, screen protectors, and chargers to make your iPhone the envy of them all.
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Gift ideas
Travel tech essentials for your next tripPacking your bags? When it comes to all the best in travel technology, we've got you covered. From noise-cancelling earphones to portable chargers, we'll show you what to take.
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Devices
iPhone 15 cases and other must-have accessoriesYou’ve got your iPhone 15. Now how about a few new extras to go with it?
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Digital parenting
Spacetalk Adventurer 2: the smartwatch that helps keep your kids safeWith the next-gen Spacetalk Adventurer 2 smartwatch you can stay connected your own way with video, talk and text.
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Diversity
Empowering Women in Tech: my leadership journey at TelstraNavigating the dynamic landscape of technology, I've carved out a place for myself within Telstra, an organization that not only embraces but also champions women in STEM fields. My journey to leadership in tech at Telstra is a testament to the company’s commitment to diversity, mentorship, and professional development. As a woman tech leader, I want to share my experiences, the support I have received, and offer advice to other women aspiring to climb the ranks in this thrilling, yet challenging industry.
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Careers
Empowering Women in STEM: my journey at TelstraIn an industry where innovation is the currency, diversity is the powerhouse. As a woman in STEM at Telstra, I've seen firsthand how an inclusive culture not only supports but accelerates professional growth and technological advancement. Telstra's commitment to nurturing women in tech and engineering roles is not just about hitting targets; it's about creating an environment where every voice is heard, and every idea can take shape.
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Careers
Donating blood and making a big difference, together.Telstra is a proud supporter of the Australian Red Cross Lifeblood. We believe we can make a difference together. We are dedicated to creating a community within Telstra that supports a great cause, particularly because ongoing shortages make the need for consistent and continual donations an imperative.
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Community
Yasmin's story: Paying it forward in Wongatha CountryI was lucky enough to be one of 10 Telstra employees nominated by Product & Technology and selected to participate in the inaugural On-Country Exchange Program hosted by Indigenous Desert Alliance (IDA) and Goldfields Esperance Rangers (GACS). The trip was facilitated by Telstra’s First Nations Directorate and funded by the Telstra Foundation
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Telstra Foundation
Our new Australian Youth Digital Index gives voice to young peopleTelstra Foundation’s release of the first-ever Australian Youth Digital Index provides a comprehensive snapshot of the digital lives of young Australians.
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Sustainability
Delivering a sense of security for vulnerable Australians during natural disastersDiscover how Get ePrepared empowers Australians to safeguard vital documents digitally, building resilience against climate disasters and legal challenges.
-
Wellbeing
Overcoming barriers to youth mental health accessTo help recognise World Mental Health Day on 10 October, The Telstra Foundation is partnering with non-profits using technology to tackle mental health for young people.
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Accessibility and inclusion
How great tech (and great people) gave Amala the power to ‘hear more’ than her hearing colleaguesAmala Priya Shankar recalls the rollercoaster of hurdles and opportunities, setbacks and possibilities that led her to a new country, a rewarding career at Telstra – and a boundless appetite for helping others.
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Telstra Foundation
Connecting young people: a look at technology access and mental health services for young AustraliansTelstra Foundation is welcoming more amazing non-profit organisations through our Young & Connected fund, who will deliver projects connecting vulnerable children and young people to the digital world.
-
Telstra Foundation
We’re backing ‘digital people’ with lifesaving messagesTelstra Foundation is a founding partner of Humanitech, (an initiative of the Australian Red Cross). We’re so proud of the Humanitech Lab innovation program. The program has supported Kara Technologies to deliver a ground-breaking technology, that uses ‘digital people’ to deliver vital information to vulnerable Deaf citizens, during natural disasters.
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Accessibility and inclusion
An Australian inventor giving the world to people with profound disabilitiesDr. Jordan Nguyen, Australian inventor, is revolutionising tech for people with profound disability with support from Telstra Foundation
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Telstra Foundation
Introducing Telstra Foundation's Youth Advisory CouncilTelstra Foundation’s new Youth Advisory Council is an incredibly diverse group of young people from 12-20 years of age. We’re giving them a platform to tell us what they think about digital technology. They’re our ears on the ground and eyes into the future.
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Telstra Foundation
Drawing on hard facts to protect Aussie teens from spurious storiesWith support from Telstra Foundation, Alannah & Madeline Foundation is delivering essential media literacy education for secondary students, through an innovative, gamified resource that reflects their real world experiences.
-
Wellbeing
Mello: Your pocket guide to positive mental healthThe Telstra Foundation has partnered with Orygen Digital to support them in developing their ground breaking app for young people – Mello.
-
Partnerships
One Stop One Story hub: the pilot program making support easierFor customers experiencing vulnerability or hardship, our partnership with the One Stop One Story hub makes support more streamlined and less stressful.
-
Telstra Foundation
Psykinetic: bringing autonomy to young people living with profound disabilityTelstra Foundation has partnered with Psykinetic to help deliver AURA, a wheelchair-mountable computing device and the ‘StarGaze’ app platform. Together, they will improve independence and connection for young people living with severe and profound disability.
-
Accessibility and inclusion
Why accessibility should never be an afterthoughtConstructive conversations about accessibility begin by asking people who face the frustrations of exclusion every day, says Telstra Senior Accessibility Specialist Brady March.
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Online safety
Helping young people with safer internet useFor Safer Internet Day, we take a look at some of the great initiatives from our Telstra Foundation partners, who are delivering programs, that help to create a safer experience for young people using the internet.
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Telstra Foundation
Alannah & Madeline: helping fight fake newsDeepfakes to deceitful bots, Telstra Foundation’s partner is keeping it real for kids, pre-school to Year 10.
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Education
Telstra Foundation’s Moonhack 2023: a stellar successWe’ve had a record breaking response to Moonhack 2023 - our flagship program for getting kids coding.
-
Accessibility and inclusion
Our top five takeouts from 21 years of youth-focused philanthropyFor 21 years, the Telstra Foundation has supported young people to build their digital capacity, here’s our top five takeaways.
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Accessibility and inclusion
Unmasked: what a supportive workplace means to meWhen she joined Telstra, Cassandra Lutzko found support for neurodiverse employees and the space to finally take off her mask.
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Accessibility and inclusion
How a little self-empathy led to my new career with TelstraA supportive team environment, regular mentoring and self-reflection have enabled Marcus Helvig to put some unique skills to work in the digital development space.
-
AI
New tech putting mental health support in the hands of young peopleWe know mental health is a growing concern for young people. That’s why the Telstra Foundation is partnering with non-profits using technology to tackle the issue.
-
Tech for seniors
Sociable seniors find old friends by investing in more screen timeWhen COVID arrived, Social Seniors provided a platform for much-needed connections and wonderful interactions.
-
Telstra Foundation
Planting new life with AITelstra Foundation is a founding partner of Humanitech, (an initiative of the Australian Red Cross). This year the Humanitech Lab innovation program is supporting innovative drone-planting company AirSeed.
-
Education
A little Australian club that’s helping children around the world prepare for the jobs of tomorrowCode Club Australia is getting ready to launch Moonhack for 2023. We’re taking a look at what it’s all about and how it went last year.
-
Telstra Foundation
Wear It Purple Day 2023: Embracing diversity and empowering LGBTQIA+ peopleThis Wear it Purple Day we’re checking in with two of our Telstra Foundation’s partners who do amazing work supporting LGBTQIA+ people, to see what the day means to them.
-
Tech for seniors
Visual tech training brings new opportunities within range for the deaf communityClasses in digital technologies have opened a vital door for thousands of Australian seniors. But for those facing the communication barriers associated with deafness and age-related hearing loss, the benefits can be even more profound.
-
Telstra Foundation
We're imagining a connected world where all young people can thriveTechnology offers young people unprecedented opportunities to thrive. Telstra is helping unlock this potential with $2.5M in Young & Connected grants to 12 exceptional partners - ultimately reaching over quarter of a million young people.
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Telstra Foundation
Can technology make society more equitable? Humanitech and the Telstra Foundation believe it canThis NAIDOC week we’re taking a closer look at Humanitech partner Hold Access. They are delivering an innovative program helping to create equity for First Nations people, by giving them control of their digital identity.
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Telstra Foundation
Telstra Foundation and Big hART: teaming up to build digital skills for young peopleTelstra Foundation proudly partners with Big hART's NEO-Learning platform, codeveloped with First Nations youth. Digital creators from Roebourne share digital art lessons with over 5,000 students nationwide.
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Gift ideas
All the tech gear for a great back to school yearWhile we can't promise straight As, we can help set your kid up for success with the best tech for a great school year.
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Online safety
Helping to keep young people social media safeExplore how social media can affect children and teens and learn ways to help keep kids safe in the digital world.
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Online safety
Cyber myths bustedHow cyber savvy are you? It's Cyber Awareness Month, which makes it a great time to test - and improve your cyber security knowledge to help you and your family stay safer online.
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Online safety
Why mobile security is more important than everHackers and scams are facts of digital life. So how do you protect your loved ones online? If you're a family of Telstra mobile customers, your security game just went up a notch with Device Security Essentials. Better yet, it's free in the My Telstra app.
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Digital parenting
Game on: making online gaming fun and healthyTeaching your kids healthy gaming habits puts their mental health and wellbeing front and centre and helps foster a more balanced digital life.
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Digital parenting
Balancing screen time for familiesStruggling to manage screen time for your family? Learn practical tips to balance digital habits, ensuring your kids’ online safety and wellbeing.
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Digital literacy
Teaching kids digital etiquetteLearn the importance of netiquette and follow our handy tips to help your kids become good digital citizens.
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Telstra Foundation
Telstra Foundation: bringing more young people into the digital worldOur Young & Connected fund is supporting non-profit organisations to expand digital opportunities for Australian children and young people.
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Online safety
Keeping kids safe onlineThe internet is brimming with resources to help keep your kids safe online. We've collected a few that are useful, educational - and fun!
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Wellbeing
Our top tips for using technology to boost your wellbeingThere are tons of ways to get the most out of your devices that don't require you to be glued to your screen. Let's explore some tips for using the latest gadgets to enhance your mental and physical wellness.
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Education
Telstra Foundation: turning online safety into classroom funWith support from Telstra Foundation, the Alannah & Madeline Foundation is delivering a suite of play-based activities for childhood educators to teach young children about technologies, digital networks and online safety.
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Online safety
Helping young people with safer internet useFor Safer Internet Day, we take a look at some of the great initiatives from our Telstra Foundation partners, who are delivering programs, that help to create a safer experience for young people using the internet.
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Telstra Foundation
Alannah & Madeline: helping fight fake newsDeepfakes to deceitful bots, Telstra Foundation’s partner is keeping it real for kids, pre-school to Year 10.
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Digital parenting
Spacetalk Adventurer 2: the smartwatch that helps keep your kids safeWith the next-gen Spacetalk Adventurer 2 smartwatch you can stay connected your own way with video, talk and text.
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AI
New tech putting mental health support in the hands of young peopleWe know mental health is a growing concern for young people. That’s why the Telstra Foundation is partnering with non-profits using technology to tackle the issue.
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Online safety
What is cyber security and safety? Things you need to knowCyber crime may be on the rise but so are cyber security and safety measures taken by the government and companies. And there’s lots you can do to protect yourself, too. To get you started towards a safer and more secure online experience, let’s explore some key terms.
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Gaming
Get the scoop on the latest Xbox Series XGet the inside story on the most powerful gaming console ever, Xbox Series X with 12 teraflops, ultra-fast load times, 8K resolution and 30 new game titles.
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Gift ideas
Tech the halls with Christmas gifts for everyoneChristmas Sale's now over but with such great year-round deals on phones, plans, accessories, gaming and everything else, you'll think it's Christmas every day!
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Streaming
8 movies to light up your holidays with Disney+The holiday season is upon us, and there’s no better way to celebrate than by snuggling up with some fantastic movies on Disney+.
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Gift ideas
The deals keep comingHold tight, Black Friday 2025 is coming. Until then, click the article link to check out year-round great deals on phones, plans, accessories and more.
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Streaming
Blockbuster movie night ideas with Disney+With a wide range of movies and series, you can enjoy magical stories, thrilling adventures, and heartwarming moments that everyone will love.
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Streaming
Why you’ll love the My Telstra appManaging your Telstra services has never been easier. The My Telstra app puts everything you need in one convenient place and is loaded with features to save you time and effort.
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Streaming
Listen to the music you love, ad-freeIf you're an existing Telstra customer, did you know that you can add Spotify Premium Individual onto your bill? Or that you can earn Telstra Plus points while you're at it? Learn why Spotify Premium is a must-have addition to your soundtrack for life.
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Gaming
Get the scoop on the latest Xbox Series XGet the inside story on the most powerful gaming console ever, Xbox Series X with 12 teraflops, ultra-fast load times, 8K resolution and 30 new game titles.
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Gaming
Get your game plan off the ground with TelstraCloud gaming. You’ve heard about it, but what is it? If you want to learn more about one of Australia’s fastest growing forms of entertainment, then let's play.
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Sustainability
Delivering a sense of security for vulnerable Australians during natural disastersDiscover how Get ePrepared empowers Australians to safeguard vital documents digitally, building resilience against climate disasters and legal challenges.
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Sustainability
How we’re interacting with nature on a daily basisWe believe technology is critical to protecting, conserving and regenerating nature. As Australia's largest telco, we have a responsibility to protect Australia's natural assets for generations to come.
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Sustainability
Helping reduce our supply chain emissionsWe work closely with our suppliers to help lower our carbon emissions which come from the full range of products and services we offer you.
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Sustainability
How we're reducing our impact on climate changeWe’re reducing our carbon emissions across our business and lifting the amount of renewable energy supplying the Australian grid.
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Devices
The Telstra Trade-In trickDid you know that you can trade in a range of devices with Telstra for credit on your Telstra account, and help reduce e-waste at the same time? Learn how you can do this with Telstra's Trade-In program.
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Sustainability
How we’re recycling old modems to make new onesOur new 5G Modem 2 is made from 95% recycled plastics with the aim to include up to 30% recycled plastics sourced from old modems.
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Sustainability
5 easy ways to lower your household emissionsWondering what you can do to help lower your impact on climate change? Here are our five top tips to get you started – and they all start at home.
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Gift ideas
All the tech gear for a great back to school yearWhile we can't promise straight As, we can help set your kid up for success with the best tech for a great school year.
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Online safety
Helping to keep young people social media safeExplore how social media can affect children and teens and learn ways to help keep kids safe in the digital world.
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Digital parenting
Growing up in a digital playground: keeping it safe and funPick up some great practical tips to help your family thrive in the digital world.
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Digital parenting
Game on: making online gaming fun and healthyTeaching your kids healthy gaming habits puts their mental health and wellbeing front and centre and helps foster a more balanced digital life.
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Digital literacy
Helping kids evaluate online contentTrue or false? Teaching kids how to use their critical thinking skills to evaluate online content is one of the most important steps in helping them become informed digital citizens.
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Digital parenting
Balancing screen time for familiesStruggling to manage screen time for your family? Learn practical tips to balance digital habits, ensuring your kids’ online safety and wellbeing.
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Digital literacy
Teaching kids digital etiquetteLearn the importance of netiquette and follow our handy tips to help your kids become good digital citizens.
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Digital literacy
Why digital literacy matters for parents and carersEquip yourself with digital literacy skills to guide your children safely through the digital world.
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Telstra Foundation
Empowering children and young people onlineOur Young & Connected fund is supporting non-profit organisations to expand digital opportunities for Australian children and young people.
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Telstra Foundation
Telstra Foundation: bringing more young people into the digital worldOur Young & Connected fund is supporting non-profit organisations to expand digital opportunities for Australian children and young people.
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Online safety
Keeping kids safe onlineThe internet is brimming with resources to help keep your kids safe online. We've collected a few that are useful, educational - and fun!
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Telstra Foundation
Drawing on hard facts to protect Aussie teens from spurious storiesWith support from Telstra Foundation, Alannah & Madeline Foundation is delivering essential media literacy education for secondary students, through an innovative, gamified resource that reflects their real world experiences.
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Tech for seniors
Even the chooks are happy: how simple digital skills can enhance quality of life for seniorsToday’s seniors need essential digital skills for so many different aspects of everyday life – including being able to buy chicken feed online!
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Telstra Foundation
Psykinetic: bringing autonomy to young people living with profound disabilityTelstra Foundation has partnered with Psykinetic to help deliver AURA, a wheelchair-mountable computing device and the ‘StarGaze’ app platform. Together, they will improve independence and connection for young people living with severe and profound disability.
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Education
Telstra Foundation: turning online safety into classroom funWith support from Telstra Foundation, the Alannah & Madeline Foundation is delivering a suite of play-based activities for childhood educators to teach young children about technologies, digital networks and online safety.
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Telstra Foundation
Alannah & Madeline: helping fight fake newsDeepfakes to deceitful bots, Telstra Foundation’s partner is keeping it real for kids, pre-school to Year 10.
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Digital parenting
Spacetalk Adventurer 2: the smartwatch that helps keep your kids safeWith the next-gen Spacetalk Adventurer 2 smartwatch you can stay connected your own way with video, talk and text.
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Tech for seniors
Visual tech training brings new opportunities within range for the deaf communityClasses in digital technologies have opened a vital door for thousands of Australian seniors. But for those facing the communication barriers associated with deafness and age-related hearing loss, the benefits can be even more profound.
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Telstra Foundation
We're imagining a connected world where all young people can thriveTechnology offers young people unprecedented opportunities to thrive. Telstra is helping unlock this potential with $2.5M in Young & Connected grants to 12 exceptional partners - ultimately reaching over quarter of a million young people.
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Telstra Foundation
Telstra Foundation and Big hART: teaming up to build digital skills for young peopleTelstra Foundation proudly partners with Big hART's NEO-Learning platform, codeveloped with First Nations youth. Digital creators from Roebourne share digital art lessons with over 5,000 students nationwide.
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Gaming
Get the scoop on the latest Xbox Series XGet the inside story on the most powerful gaming console ever, Xbox Series X with 12 teraflops, ultra-fast load times, 8K resolution and 30 new game titles.
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Partnerships
Kooya and Telstra win Supplier Diversity Partnership of the Year Award 2024This prestigious award jointly recognises organisations that have worked in partnership to contribute to the growth of the First Nations business sector.
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Community
Yasmin's story: Paying it forward in Wongatha CountryI was lucky enough to be one of 10 Telstra employees nominated by Product & Technology and selected to participate in the inaugural On-Country Exchange Program hosted by Indigenous Desert Alliance (IDA) and Goldfields Esperance Rangers (GACS). The trip was facilitated by Telstra’s First Nations Directorate and funded by the Telstra Foundation
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Regional and remote
Vehicle leasing accelerates support for First Nations communitiesWhen Telstra’s fleet service managers met the proprietors of the First Nations fleet financing company, Kooya at the 2018 Supply Nation Connect event, the teams made such an impression on each other it wasn’t long before Kooya was leasing 20 Toyota LandCruisers to Telstra for our remote Western Australian operations.
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Telstra Foundation
Can technology make society more equitable? Humanitech and the Telstra Foundation believe it canThis NAIDOC week we’re taking a closer look at Humanitech partner Hold Access. They are delivering an innovative program helping to create equity for First Nations people, by giving them control of their digital identity.
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Gift ideas
Tech the halls with Christmas gifts for everyoneChristmas Sale's now over but with such great year-round deals on phones, plans, accessories, gaming and everything else, you'll think it's Christmas every day!
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Streaming
8 movies to light up your holidays with Disney+The holiday season is upon us, and there’s no better way to celebrate than by snuggling up with some fantastic movies on Disney+.
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Gift ideas
The deals keep comingHold tight, Black Friday 2025 is coming. Until then, click the article link to check out year-round great deals on phones, plans, accessories and more.
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Online safety
Why mobile security is more important than everHackers and scams are facts of digital life. So how do you protect your loved ones online? If you're a family of Telstra mobile customers, your security game just went up a notch with Device Security Essentials. Better yet, it's free in the My Telstra app.
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Guides
Stay connected abroad with International RoamingIt's easy to stay connected while you're travelling overseas with our International Roaming service. Use your Australian mobile number for calls, texts, and data in eligible destinations without swapping SIM cards.
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Guides
4 ways to recharge your pre-paid mobile serviceOur pre-paid services let you stay connected anywhere, anytime. Let's explore the benefits and why Telstra pre-paid recharge could be your perfect match.
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Devices
Set up your Samsung Galaxy Z Series phoneAre you the proud owner of the new Samsung Galaxy Z Flip6 or Fold6? Congratulations. Follow our quick set-up guide to get the best from your device on Australia's best mobile network.
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Wi-Fi
Portable Wi-Fi: 8 reasons to use mobile broadbandLooking for Wi-Fi you can take with you? Maybe you want to replace or supplement your home internet? Mobile broadband could be the answer. A data plan gives you all the mobile broadband you need on a compatible device like a tablet or iPad. Not to mention the freedom to go anywhere and stay connected.
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nbn
How to switch to a Telstra nbn plan: a simple guideSwitching to a new NBN provider can seem daunting, but with Telstra, the process is straightforward. Here’s an updated guide on how to switch to a Telstra nbn plan.
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Devices
How to use Telstra Pre-Paid for international callsOur Pre-Paid plans give you great benefits like unlimited calls and texts to standard Australian numbers, a choice of data amounts and data rollover. But you can also use your Telstra Pre-Paid Mobile plan to call and text overseas from Australia.
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nbn
Moving your existing Telstra home internetWant to make moving house a little easier? Book your Telstra home internet move well ahead of time for the best chance of having your existing service reconnected at your new home on a day that suits you.
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5G
Your home internet choices explained: nbn and 5G Home InternetSo, you’re looking to get internet for your home. Or you already have internet at home, but you’re curious if you nailed your choice… or if you could get something better. Let’s explore your home internet options and see if we can figure it out.
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Coverage
The Internet's tech jargon explainedLooking for the best internet option and finding a bunch of tech jargon? We’ll explain what the internet is and demystify some common terms for you!
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nbn
Know your HFCs and FTTPs: Making sense of nbn technologyGet to know the different technologies being used to roll out the nbn network.
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Streaming
Why you’ll love the My Telstra appManaging your Telstra services has never been easier. The My Telstra app puts everything you need in one convenient place and is loaded with features to save you time and effort.
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Telstra Foundation
Young people share their views on social media’s impactAs discussions about the role of social media in the lives of young people continue to gain momentum, we asked two members of Telstra Foundation's Youth Advisory Council for their thoughts on it all.
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Streaming
Listen to the music you love, ad-freeIf you're an existing Telstra customer, did you know that you can add Spotify Premium Individual onto your bill? Or that you can earn Telstra Plus points while you're at it? Learn why Spotify Premium is a must-have addition to your soundtrack for life.
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Digital parenting
Game on: making online gaming fun and healthyTeaching your kids healthy gaming habits puts their mental health and wellbeing front and centre and helps foster a more balanced digital life.
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Wellbeing
Overcoming barriers to youth mental health accessTo help recognise World Mental Health Day on 10 October, The Telstra Foundation is partnering with non-profits using technology to tackle mental health for young people.
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Accessibility and inclusion
An Australian inventor giving the world to people with profound disabilitiesDr. Jordan Nguyen, Australian inventor, is revolutionising tech for people with profound disability with support from Telstra Foundation
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Workplace
Essential tips for working from homeOur guide gives you top tips on setting up a comfy workspace, staying safe online, keeping track of time and looking after your eyes.
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Telstra Foundation
How to add digital mental health apps to your self-care toolkitThe Telstra Foundation is a long-standing partner of Orygen Digital, the technology division of Australia’s leading youth mental health organisation and the creators of Mello. The Foundation’s philanthropic support helps Orygen Digital translate their research and development into real world outcomes for young people.
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Wellbeing
Mello: Your pocket guide to positive mental healthThe Telstra Foundation has partnered with Orygen Digital to support them in developing their ground breaking app for young people – Mello.
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Sustainability
5 easy ways to lower your household emissionsWondering what you can do to help lower your impact on climate change? Here are our five top tips to get you started – and they all start at home.
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Partnerships
One Stop One Story hub: the pilot program making support easierFor customers experiencing vulnerability or hardship, our partnership with the One Stop One Story hub makes support more streamlined and less stressful.
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Wellbeing
Our top tips for using technology to boost your wellbeingThere are tons of ways to get the most out of your devices that don't require you to be glued to your screen. Let's explore some tips for using the latest gadgets to enhance your mental and physical wellness.
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AI
New tech putting mental health support in the hands of young peopleWe know mental health is a growing concern for young people. That’s why the Telstra Foundation is partnering with non-profits using technology to tackle the issue.
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Tech for seniors
Sociable seniors find old friends by investing in more screen timeWhen COVID arrived, Social Seniors provided a platform for much-needed connections and wonderful interactions.
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Devices
The new Samsung Galaxy S25 Series has landedDiscover epic gaming and entertainment with an immersive AI-powered display on the Galaxy S25, S25+ and S25 Ultra.
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AI
Apple Intelligence is available now on Australia's best mobile networkSay hello to Apple Intelligence.
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Gift ideas
Tech the halls with Christmas gifts for everyoneChristmas Sale's now over but with such great year-round deals on phones, plans, accessories, gaming and everything else, you'll think it's Christmas every day!
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Gift ideas
Keep cool, connected and covered this summerGet ready for summer! From reliable coverage and travel tech essentials to savings on devices and plans, discover how to make the most of your holidays.
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Gift ideas
The deals keep comingHold tight, Black Friday 2025 is coming. Until then, click the article link to check out year-round great deals on phones, plans, accessories and more.
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Online safety
Cyber myths bustedHow cyber savvy are you? It's Cyber Awareness Month, which makes it a great time to test - and improve your cyber security knowledge to help you and your family stay safer online.
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Online safety
Why mobile security is more important than everHackers and scams are facts of digital life. So how do you protect your loved ones online? If you're a family of Telstra mobile customers, your security game just went up a notch with Device Security Essentials. Better yet, it's free in the My Telstra app.
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Devices
Unboxing the iPhone 16 and its perfect companionsApple has unveiled the iPhone 16, and we’re here to guide you through everything you need to know to get started. From setup tips to must-have accessories, we’ve got you covered to make the most out of your new device.
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Devices
Pixel perfection: unboxing your new Pixel 9 Series phoneReady to embrace the perfection of your new Pixel 9 Series phone showcasing the best of Google AI? Follow our easy steps to get you up and running on Australia's best mobile network.
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Devices
The Telstra Trade-In trickDid you know that you can trade in a range of devices with Telstra for credit on your Telstra account, and help reduce e-waste at the same time? Learn how you can do this with Telstra's Trade-In program.
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Devices
Set up your Samsung Galaxy Z Series phoneAre you the proud owner of the new Samsung Galaxy Z Flip6 or Fold6? Congratulations. Follow our quick set-up guide to get the best from your device on Australia's best mobile network.
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Devices
How to set up your new iPhone 15Follow our easy guide to get you up and running with your new iPhone from the iPhone 15 series. Whether you’re looking to transfer data from your previous phone or activate a new SIM or eSIM, we’ve got you covered.
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Devices
Stop searching: the Google Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro are awesomeWhat’s better than one Google Pixel? You guessed it: both the Google Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro will become your new favourites.
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Sustainability
How we’re recycling old modems to make new onesOur new 5G Modem 2 is made from 95% recycled plastics with the aim to include up to 30% recycled plastics sourced from old modems.
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Devices
Set up your new iPhone 12Superfast 5G, A14 Bionic chip, Night mode camera and beautiful Super Retina XDR display – it’s no wonder you can’t wait to unwrap your new iPhone 12. Here's everything you need to know to get up and running quickly.
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Gift ideas
Travel tech essentials for your next tripPacking your bags? When it comes to all the best in travel technology, we've got you covered. From noise-cancelling earphones to portable chargers, we'll show you what to take.
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Gift ideas
Perfect Mother's Day gifts for the perfect MumMother's Day is just around the corner and what better way to honour the incredible women who shape our lives than with the gift of connection.
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Devices
How to use Telstra Pre-Paid for international callsOur Pre-Paid plans give you great benefits like unlimited calls and texts to standard Australian numbers, a choice of data amounts and data rollover. But you can also use your Telstra Pre-Paid Mobile plan to call and text overseas from Australia.
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Digital parenting
Spacetalk Adventurer 2: the smartwatch that helps keep your kids safeWith the next-gen Spacetalk Adventurer 2 smartwatch you can stay connected your own way with video, talk and text.
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Devices
iPhone 15 cases and other must-have accessoriesYou’ve got your iPhone 15. Now how about a few new extras to go with it?
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Devices
How to choose the best iPhone for youThere are many iPhone models on the market. But which one do you pick?
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Devices
Get started with your new iPhone 13Huge upgrades to the camera systems, lightning-fast A15 Bionic chip, a big leap in battery life and brighter Super Retina XDR displays are just some of the things you can look forward to when you unbox your brand new iPhone 13 or iPhone 13 Pro. Our easy guide will get you up and running, fast.
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Devices
Oppo Find X3 Pro 5G ReviewOPPO has released its new flagship phone, the OPPO Find X3 Pro 5G. It features high-end technology and some spectacular innovations. But does it succeed in its ambition to rival other Android flagship phones? Let's look closer and find out.
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Devices
Beach-proofing your phone: tips and tricks from TelstraSun, surf and sand - bliss for you but a potential disaster for your mobile phone. How do you have a glorious day at the beach and come home with your phone intact? Here are a few tips and tricks that might help.
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Telstra Foundation
Our new Australian Youth Digital Index gives voice to young peopleTelstra Foundation’s release of the first-ever Australian Youth Digital Index provides a comprehensive snapshot of the digital lives of young Australians.
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Telstra Foundation
Young people share their views on social media’s impactAs discussions about the role of social media in the lives of young people continue to gain momentum, we asked two members of Telstra Foundation's Youth Advisory Council for their thoughts on it all.
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Digital parenting
Growing up in a digital playground: keeping it safe and funPick up some great practical tips to help your family thrive in the digital world.
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Telstra Foundation
We’re backing ‘digital people’ with lifesaving messagesTelstra Foundation is a founding partner of Humanitech, (an initiative of the Australian Red Cross). We’re so proud of the Humanitech Lab innovation program. The program has supported Kara Technologies to deliver a ground-breaking technology, that uses ‘digital people’ to deliver vital information to vulnerable Deaf citizens, during natural disasters.
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Community
Yasmin's story: Paying it forward in Wongatha CountryI was lucky enough to be one of 10 Telstra employees nominated by Product & Technology and selected to participate in the inaugural On-Country Exchange Program hosted by Indigenous Desert Alliance (IDA) and Goldfields Esperance Rangers (GACS). The trip was facilitated by Telstra’s First Nations Directorate and funded by the Telstra Foundation
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Telstra Foundation
Empowering children and young people onlineOur Young & Connected fund is supporting non-profit organisations to expand digital opportunities for Australian children and young people.
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Telstra Foundation
Telstra Foundation: bringing more young people into the digital worldOur Young & Connected fund is supporting non-profit organisations to expand digital opportunities for Australian children and young people.
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Telstra Foundation
Introducing Telstra Foundation's Youth Advisory CouncilTelstra Foundation’s new Youth Advisory Council is an incredibly diverse group of young people from 12-20 years of age. We’re giving them a platform to tell us what they think about digital technology. They’re our ears on the ground and eyes into the future.
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Telstra Foundation
Drawing on hard facts to protect Aussie teens from spurious storiesWith support from Telstra Foundation, Alannah & Madeline Foundation is delivering essential media literacy education for secondary students, through an innovative, gamified resource that reflects their real world experiences.
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Telstra Foundation
How to add digital mental health apps to your self-care toolkitThe Telstra Foundation is a long-standing partner of Orygen Digital, the technology division of Australia’s leading youth mental health organisation and the creators of Mello. The Foundation’s philanthropic support helps Orygen Digital translate their research and development into real world outcomes for young people.
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Wellbeing
Mello: Your pocket guide to positive mental healthThe Telstra Foundation has partnered with Orygen Digital to support them in developing their ground breaking app for young people – Mello.
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Telstra Foundation
Psykinetic: bringing autonomy to young people living with profound disabilityTelstra Foundation has partnered with Psykinetic to help deliver AURA, a wheelchair-mountable computing device and the ‘StarGaze’ app platform. Together, they will improve independence and connection for young people living with severe and profound disability.
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Telstra Foundation
Maya Cares: supporting women of colour who face racismWith funding from Telstra Foundation, Australian Red Cross’ Humanitech Lab is addressing the biases that stand in the way of a genuinely equitable society. One of those projects is Maya Cares, a chatbot platform built to empower Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, Black and Women of Colour.
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Education
Telstra Foundation: turning online safety into classroom funWith support from Telstra Foundation, the Alannah & Madeline Foundation is delivering a suite of play-based activities for childhood educators to teach young children about technologies, digital networks and online safety.
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Online safety
Helping young people with safer internet useFor Safer Internet Day, we take a look at some of the great initiatives from our Telstra Foundation partners, who are delivering programs, that help to create a safer experience for young people using the internet.
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Telstra Foundation
Alannah & Madeline: helping fight fake newsDeepfakes to deceitful bots, Telstra Foundation’s partner is keeping it real for kids, pre-school to Year 10.
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Education
Telstra Foundation’s Moonhack 2023: a stellar successWe’ve had a record breaking response to Moonhack 2023 - our flagship program for getting kids coding.
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Accessibility and inclusion
Our top five takeouts from 21 years of youth-focused philanthropyFor 21 years, the Telstra Foundation has supported young people to build their digital capacity, here’s our top five takeaways.
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AI
New tech putting mental health support in the hands of young peopleWe know mental health is a growing concern for young people. That’s why the Telstra Foundation is partnering with non-profits using technology to tackle the issue.
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Telstra Foundation
Planting new life with AITelstra Foundation is a founding partner of Humanitech, (an initiative of the Australian Red Cross). This year the Humanitech Lab innovation program is supporting innovative drone-planting company AirSeed.
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Education
A little Australian club that’s helping children around the world prepare for the jobs of tomorrowCode Club Australia is getting ready to launch Moonhack for 2023. We’re taking a look at what it’s all about and how it went last year.
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Telstra Foundation
Wear It Purple Day 2023: Embracing diversity and empowering LGBTQIA+ peopleThis Wear it Purple Day we’re checking in with two of our Telstra Foundation’s partners who do amazing work supporting LGBTQIA+ people, to see what the day means to them.
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Telstra Foundation
We're imagining a connected world where all young people can thriveTechnology offers young people unprecedented opportunities to thrive. Telstra is helping unlock this potential with $2.5M in Young & Connected grants to 12 exceptional partners - ultimately reaching over quarter of a million young people.
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Telstra Foundation
Can technology make society more equitable? Humanitech and the Telstra Foundation believe it canThis NAIDOC week we’re taking a closer look at Humanitech partner Hold Access. They are delivering an innovative program helping to create equity for First Nations people, by giving them control of their digital identity.
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Telstra Foundation
Telstra Foundation and Big hART: teaming up to build digital skills for young peopleTelstra Foundation proudly partners with Big hART's NEO-Learning platform, codeveloped with First Nations youth. Digital creators from Roebourne share digital art lessons with over 5,000 students nationwide.