As broadband connectivity makes rapid improvements to economic and social well-being to people around the globe, AIIA wants to ensure Australian businesses have access to world-class broadband infrastructure that places the nation as a leading innovator and knowledge economy in the borderless world.

In 2008, AIIA is working with the Australian Government to accelerate adoption and effective use of broadband across Australia.  Fast, accessible high-speed broadband will:

• improve our international competitiveness
• deliver significant increases in gross domestic product
• expand employment
• revolutionise the way services are delivered across the country. 

AIIA’s focus is to:

• continue the conversation with governments and emphasise that broadband is a national priority
• remain technology-neutral and advocate a competitive business environment
• broker an agreement between the major stakeholders in the telecommunications industry and government to determine what Australia requires to remain competitive
• provide a voice for both large and small ICT companies, to ensure all our members have the opportunities to capitalise on the digital economy.

Contact

Bridget Larsen, AIIA General Manager - Policy and Government Relations,  (02) 6281 9444