AFACT vs. iiNet
Today (04/02/2010) the copyright infringement claims by AFACT against iiNet were dismissed by the court.
Some are "relived" but ultimately this is just another step in a disappointing story.
The case highlights that it is consumers that infringe the rights of the copyright holders, not ISPs. Why? Well the simple answer is that consumers still cannot download new movie content from the Internet AND this is clearly what they want to do.
In these times of concern over climate change, it is bizarre that I can drive to my local rental store and rent a "new release" movie for $1 (on a Tuesday). It costs more in petrol to get there and back than the rental fee. So, why can't I just download it for the same $1?
NBN Industry Connection
Event Date and Time:
Tue, 2010-02-02 14:00 - 17:00
The National Broadband Network represents a once in a generation opportunity for the Australian communications industry to contribute to the development of the new, national communications network.
Mandatory ISP-level Filtering
Today (15/12/2009) the Minister announced intent to introduce legislation to require that ISPs filter the Internet.
WAIA welcomes all initiatives to make the Internet safer for families and children. This initiative will help reduce access to significant amounts of harmful content.
It should be stressed that the introduction of ISP-level filtering will not address all forms of harmful content and WAIA encourages Internet users to install and maintain an appropriate level of filtering for their requirements. In particular, families with young children need to be aware of online risks and put in place strong security measures.
Juniper SRX100B membership offer
To all WAIA members:
The Western Australian Internet Association has been able to obtain a special members only not-for-resale price on Juniper SRX100B routers. What this means is you can learn JUNOS and test these devices in your testing environment without any software limitations and without the standard industry price tag. These units are available to WAIA members for $375 per unit.
Due to the special not-for-resale deal with Juniper, there is a limit on the number of units per membership class. The limits are as follows:
WAIA Christmas Party
Event Date and Time:
Thu, 2009-12-10 18:00 - 23:00
Christmas isn't too far away and it is that time of year again for WAIA to have its annual Christmas Party!!
Breakfast Series - eSecurity
Event Date and Time:
Tue, 2009-10-06 07:15 - 09:00
The Western Australian Internet Association (Inc.) represents the Internet community in Western Australia. It is Australia's oldest, and largest, state based Internet industry association and it’s excited to announce it will host a series of four breakfast events over the coming year. Each event will incorporate an expert panel of speakers discussing current topics in the industry.
Edge of the Web Conference, Perth 2009
Event Date and Time:
Wed, 2009-11-04 09:10 - Thu, 2009-11-05 19:00
What: Edge of the Web (EOTW) is a world-class web conference in Perth, Western Australia
Who: EOTW is brought to you by the Australian Web Industry Association (AWIA)
When: November 4-6, 2009
Where: UWA Club - Nedlands, Western Australia.
In 2009, Edge of the Web will see more of what made the inaugural conference such a success in 2008 - top international and national speakers, cutting edge and challenging topics, great coffee and a fantastic friendly vibe - in an expanded two day format, supplemented by a day of workshops and the Australian Web Awards black tie presentation dinner.
Official brochure PDF: http://www.edgeoftheweb.org.au/EOTW.pdf
WAIA Nominations 2009/10
The following positions will become vacant at the AGM:
Community Grants 2009
Community-focused organisations and individuals can now apply for funding to assist in the growth and development of the Internet community in Western Australia. The 2009/10 round of grants funding is now open.
WAIA has allocated grant funding to be provided for this three year program. Over the past two years this program has seen some very worthwhile projects and activities successfully apply for funding of between $2,000 and $5,000.
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